Dental implants are considered the standard of care for replacing damaged or missing teeth. Unlike removable dentures, implant-supported varieties are surgically embedded into your bone, where they fuse with the jaw over time. Learn more about implants and their benefits in the guide below.

Who They Benefit

Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, several teeth, or your entire smile. While there are a variety of reasons an individual would choose implants over traditional dentures or bridgework, they're often suggested for adults with cracked, missing, or severely damaged teeth.

Dentists typically recommend implant surgery for healthy adults whose jawbones have reached full growth. You must also have enough bone to securely embed the prosthetic. In some cases, bone grafting is necessary to replace or regenerate bone loss before completing the implant surgery.

The Advantages

Since the devices are surgically embedded into the jaw, you won’t need to use adhesives to secure them in place. Implants function like natural teeth because they’re attached to the bone, providing stability when speaking or eating.

While the devices typically cost more upfront than removable dentures or bridges, they’re easier to care for and less prone to breaking. Implants are usually made of titanium alloy, so they’re strong enough to last 15 years or more. Additionally, their long life spans make them more cost-effective than dentures and bridges because you won’t have to replace them as frequently.

If you want to improve your smile with dental implants, turn to Dentaworks Hawaii in Honolulu. Dr. Douglas Chang, DDS, and his staff have provided high-quality dental care to patients of all ages for over 30 years. They’ll answer any questions you may have about the procedure to ensure you know what’s happening before, during, and after the treatment. Visit the website to get more information about their services, or call (808) 528-1200 to schedule an appointment.