How much do you know about replacing your missing teeth with dental implants? Is this something you have been considering (but you are finding that you would like some facts that will help you make your final decision)? We often discover that even if you feel emotionally drawn to implants, questions common to most patients (like whether implants are very successful) can dramatically impact your ability to make a final choice. Fortunately, a few helpful facts will likely help solidify your currently not-so-cemented selection.

Fact #1: Lots Of People Deal With Tooth Loss

Did you know that you’re not the only person who needs to replace a missing tooth – or the only individual thinking about choosing dental implants to complete your smile? It’s true – you are nowhere near being alone! According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), over 30 million people in our country are missing one or two arches of teeth. Even more fascinating? There are 3 million people who have chosen dental implants as a tooth replacement solution.

Fact #2: Implants Are Known For Their Success Rate

Good news! Dental implants enjoy a wonderful reputation when it comes not only to the way they look and the benefits they offer your oral health – but also regarding their success rate. Choosing implants means you can look forward to a 98 percent rate of success, making the potential risk quite minimal.

Fact #3: They Can Last Forever

We’re not saying they will definitely last forever – but it is certainly a possibility. While bridges and dentures will need repairs and replacements here and there, your dental implants will stay right where they are, bonded to your bone tissue. As a result, you may need an occasional fix for a restoration but chances are good those implants will stay put for the entirety of your life.