Dispelling 3 Common Myths About Dental Implants
We’ve been placing dental implants in Richmond patients for a great number of years and although it’s such a common procedure, having been around now for over 40 years, there are still 3 myths which we’re always hearing people describe:
Dental implant surgery is painful- Dental implants are too expensive
- Dental implants take a very long time
So let’s take a look at each of these common misconceptions and give them a little more clarity
Dental implant surgery is painful
This is certainly not the case. In fact the majority of our patients are pleasantly surprised at how easy the surgery was and many say they felt more discomfort when having a tooth extracted! In truth there are three things which can affect how painful your surgery is:
- Whether your unique case is simple or more complex
- Your body’s ability to heal
- The skill and expertise of your dental implant surgeon
Pain should never be a determining factor in your decision to have or not to have dental implant treatment. For those patients who are nervous we recommend conscious sedation which relaxes them deeply and makes it even easier for the surgeon to carry out the task in hand. It also helps reduce post operative pain.
Dental implants are too expensive
Dental implants aren’t that much more expensive than a dental bridge in many instances. In fact, when you consider the potential longevity of a dental implant in Richmond can be around 25 years and as much as 40 years if cared for properly, then you can see for yourself how cost effective the treatment actually is.
Dental implants take a very long time
The dental implant treatment varies from one individual to another and can take between 6 months and a year from start to finish. However much of this time is spent waiting for the implant to fuse with the surrounding bone and soft tissue and we won’t leave you wandering around minus your teeth, we promise! Sometimes we can extract teeth and replace them right away with dental implants, so you can literally walk into the clinic without teeth and emerge a few hours later with a full set.
If you’re changing your mind about getting dental implants in Richmond now that we’ve cleared up those 3 myths or misconceptions, then why not take advantage of our free consultation. This is a great way of getting your questions and concerns answered, meeting the team, and taking a tour of our facilities, all without any obligation. Call Sheen Dental today on 020 8876 5277 or book online at www.sheendentalimplants.co.uk.