Dental Implants – Rumors and Truth
With dental implants, modern implantology has created a high-quality form of dental prosthesis that comes with many convincing advantages. In our well-equipped dental practice, we, as experts, repeatedly witness how satisfied our patients are in the long term with their implanted implant. However, we also know that persistent myths still surround dental implants that do not correspond to the truth. In the following, we would like to dispel the five most common myths about dental implants and provide clear facts.
Myth 1 - Not unnatural? The claim that a dental implant lacks a natural appearance is met with a resounding no from us as professionals in the field of implantology. Quite the opposite is true: While the titanium dental root is firmly and invisibly rooted in the jawbone, the dental prosthesis on the implant can be perfectly adapted to the appearance of the original tooth. A good dental implant is not recognizable as such by the layperson!
Myth 2 - Not incompatible? Especially concerning alleged side effects, poorly researched horror stories circulate, such as various allergies. Here, too, our experienced implantology in Los Angeles can provide reassurance. Due to their convincing biocompatibility, dental implants are generally well-suited and compatible for most allergy sufferers.
Myth 3 - Not stable? Again, the facts speak a different language than the rumor. A dental implant scores with convincing, often lifelong durability. With state-of-the-art technology and continuous education, we maintain the success rate of our implantology well above 95 percent. The prerequisite is thorough at-home care and a professional dental cleaning, including implant cleaning, one to two times a year. This also means in this context: The often prevailing opinion that the artificial implant does not need to be cared for as much as natural teeth is, of course, not true!
Myth 4 - Not painless? In our dental clinic in Los Angeles, we often experience patients hesitating to opt for this form of high-quality dental prosthesis due to unfounded fears of implant insertion. However, due to targeted surgical planning, tissue-friendly techniques, and effective anesthesia methods, patients retrospectively assess the procedure as straightforward. As experienced dentists, we never only consider the medical side of our work but also sensitively care for the emotional well-being of our patients.
Before the treatment, it must also be checked whether there is enough bone substance to anchor the implant in the jawbone. If not, bone augmentation is performed. If the bone augmentation is successful, the implant is usually placed on an outpatient basis. Patients at IMPLANT CLINIC in Los Angeles do not have to fear pain. Treatments under general anesthesia or laughing gas are possible here.
Myth 5 - Not limited? Aggressive advertising often wants to make people believe that mini-implants are generally successful in all cases. We consider this blanket statement to be unprofessional, as it does not apply 100 percent and may lead patients to believe in false facts. Implantation in Los Angeles means, for us, that it only happens after thorough diagnostics. We recommend implants only under good conditions, such as an infection-free oral cavity and sufficient bone substance.
Myth 6 - Unaffordable? Stable support for dental prosthesis Preservation of healthy teeth High aesthetics and visual identity with natural teeth Stimulation, not degradation, of the jawbone Optimal chewing power and high comfort Provides better stability for dentures Lifelong durability with good care".
