{"id":186,"date":"2018-09-15T17:47:18","date_gmt":"2018-09-15T17:47:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/?p=186"},"modified":"2018-10-15T17:51:53","modified_gmt":"2018-10-15T17:51:53","slug":"dental-implants-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/dental-implants-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Heard These 4 Myths About Dental Implants? Make Sure You Get the Facts!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ModelIn the current \u201cInformation Age,\u201d it can be overwhelming to research a product or service before making a decision. There\u2019s so much information to sort through that it can be hard to distinguish between facts and opinions! But when you\u2019re making an investment in your oral health, it\u2019s crucial that you get valid information so you can make an informed choice. If you\u2019re one of the 178 million Americans who\u2019s missing at least one tooth and you\u2019re thinking about getting dental implants, you may have heard one of the 4 myths about them below. In this blog, you\u2019ll learn the truth about implants so you can decide if they might be right for you!<\/p>\n

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1. \u201cBargain Implants Are a Great Way To Save Money\u201d<\/h2>\n

As implants have become more popular in recent years, many offices have begun offering them at \u201cbargain prices.\u201d Although some of these offers could be legitimate, others may be using inferior methods or materials that can reduce an implant\u2019s chance of success.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s always a good idea to ask an implant dentist<\/a> about their training, experience and choice of materials. High-quality implants can last decades, or even a lifetime, so it\u2019s worth it to make sure they\u2019re done right from the beginning!<\/p>\n

2. \u201cGetting Dental Implants Hurts\u201d<\/h2>\n

Patients are always surprised that their implant procedure was so much easier than they expected. The first step is making sure you\u2019re completely numb, so the main sensation you might feel is pressure, similar to when you have a tooth extracted.<\/p>\n

Done in-office, this small surgical procedure usually takes around 2 hours. Afterward, you can expect some mild discomfort for several days after the implant has been placed, but it\u2019s easily managed with pain medication.<\/p>\n

3. \u201cImplants Look Fake\u201d<\/h2>\n

Implants actually look and feel more natural than any other option. If you have a single implant that\u2019s replaced with a crown, the crown will be precisely matched in shape and color so that it blends in beautifully with the rest of your smile.<\/p>\n

Also, a good dentist will work with you every step of the way so the final result looks the way you want it to!<\/p>\n

4. \u201cBridges Are a Better Option Than Implants\u201d<\/h2>\n

Compared to implants, bridges actually have a couple of major disadvantages:<\/p>\n