The fee for tooth replacement with dental implants will depend on several factors,
including the number of teeth being replaced and the number of implants required
to support the replacement teeth. Some additional procedures may be required
prior to the placement of the implants to ensure the long-term health of the
dental implants. Typically, there is a fee for the surgical procedure and a separate
fee to attach the posts and construct the natural looking replacement teeth.
To obtain a specific fee estimate, it is necessary to have a dentist who places
implants examine the patient. After a thorough examination that will include
radiographs and study models, the dentist will recommend the treatment that is
most appropriate and what the financial investment would be for the procedure.
The overall comment of patients who have had dental implants is that it has been
a worthwhile investment and the great majority would go through it again and
recommend it to others! A survey of implant patients showed that implants were
worth the trouble (97%), the procedure would be worth repeating (89%) and overall
dental health was improved (98%).
Research
and documentation studies have proven the effectiveness and
long lasting results of dental implants. All reputable dental
implants systems have demonstrated a success rate of over 96%
in documented studies. Good oral hygiene is one of
the most critical factors to ensure the health
and longevity of dental implants. The dentist
or dental hygienist will instruct on the proper
home care and hygiene procedures to keep the dental implants
and remaining teeth clean and healthy. Regular visits to the
dentist are important so that assessment of the health of the
implants and the surrounding gum tissue can be made.
It is now possible and realistic
to expect the replacement implant teeth to look, feel and function
like natural teeth for many years to come.
