If you’re like many people looking to replace missing teeth in this economy, you may be tempted to avoid permanent restorations like dental implants due to their higher initial cost. However, what many people don’t realize is that although these prosthetics are more expensive at first, they can often be a better overall value than dentures and dental bridges in the long run. Here’s how believe it or not, dental implants could actually save you money over other types of restorations!
More Affordable to Maintain
Because dental implants are permanently attached to your arches, they don’t need to be removed for cleaning or soaking, nor will you need to invest additional money in special products to maintain them. In fact, you can use the same things to clean them as you would your real teeth, including non-abrasive toothpaste, a soft-bristled toothbrush, and regular dental floss.
Fewer Repairs
Each time you remove your dentures for cleaning and soaking, you effectively increase your risk of accidentally dropping and damaging them. With dental implants, however, they never need to leave your mouth, so there’s no risk of them dropping when handling them, lowering your chance of needing repairs or replacements due to accidental damage.
Rare Replacements
Most dentures and dental bridges have an average lifespan of approximately five to seven years. Conversely, with proper care and use your dental implants could last the rest of your life, meaning once you’ve paid for treatment, you’ll never need to invest in them again.
Remember, although dental implants do cost more than traditional tooth replacements like dentures and dental bridges, they have the unique ability to pay for themselves when you add up the time, maintenance, and replacement costs you won’t need to invest in with time. To learn more about how these durable lifelike prosthetics can save your smile and your bottom line, schedule a consultation for dental implants with your dentist today!
About Dr. Patel
Dr. Sujal Patel earned his first dental degree in India at Manubhai Patel Dental College, where he worked a dentist and educator before relocating to the United States. He then earned his MBA in Healthcare Management at the University of Findlay and his Doctor of Dental Surgery at New York University. Today, Dr. Patel is a proud, active member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Dallas Local Society, and the 17th District Local Society. To schedule a dental implant consultation at Coco Dental, visit our website or call 972-818-5649.