Many experts consider dental implants the ideal way to rebuild smiles after tooth loss because of their unique placement in your jaw. Unlike dentures and bridges, these replacements include a support rod that eventually fuses with the bone material to become a more permanent part of your mouth.
However, this treatment tends to cost more due to the added materials and need for oral surgery. As a result, you might be tempted to choose the cheapest possible options for your new tooth. Continue reading to learn 3 reasons to rethink your decisions and invest in a well-made restoration!
Concern #1: Cheap Doesn’t Always Mean Good
Like most other products, dental implants can be designed and created by different brands that utilize different materials and methods to suit the needs of their clients. However, how your new tooth is made can significantly affect its price, and if you’re hoping to reduce your invoice, you might be tempted to choose the least expensive materials.
But when it comes to dental care, quality is often reflected in the price of treatment. A cheaper implant might seem like the wise decision initially, but the lower rate could be due to poor-quality materials or a provider who lacks skill or experience in placing dental implants.
Concern #2: Increased Risks to Oral Health
Unfortunately, if you’ve opted to have a discount dental implant placed, you might also be putting your oral health at risk. For example, if the reduced price reflects the skill of your provider, then they might not have the experience or state-of-the-art technology to place the support rod accurately.
As a result, your restoration might not complete the osseointegration process successfully, leading to failure. Not only that, but inaccurate placement can cause tenderness or infection that can spread to neighboring teeth or contribute to the development of peri-implantitis, the number one leading cause of failure.
Concern #3: Less Resilient Results
Typically, dental implants can be expected to last 20+ years with the right care. The support rod is capped with a dental crown (or other restoration, depending on how many teeth you lost), usually made from durable ceramic that resists chipping, cracking, and stains.
But if you’ve opted for a prosthetic made from substandard supplies, yours might not last as long. Less costly materials tend to be more fragile and less resistant to damage and discoloration. You may find that yours wears down sooner than it should, requiring you to pay for repairs or replacement that could otherwise have been avoided.
If you’d like help choosing a well-made dental implant, you can contact your dentist’s office for insights and recommendations!
Meet the Author
Dr. Sheng Ji is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon eager to help patients improve their lives by enhancing their dental health. He earned his dental degree from the UCSF School of Dentistry, and today, is a member of several prestigious organizations, such as the American Dental Association and the Sacramento District Dental Society, among others. He offers a variety of complex and surgical procedures, including dental implants, to meet your needs under one roof. You can request an appointment on the website or call (916) 961-1902.