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Why Do Dental Implants Often Succeed?

February 10, 2023

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An older man enjoying his new dental implants

As you might know, dental implants are quite successful in the long run. Studies even show their placement has a success rate of over 95%! However, you may wonder why these prosthetics succeed so often. After all, having that knowledge could help you confirm if implants are right for you. Well, wonder no more – your Rosalyn oral surgeon is here to answer your question! Read on, then, to learn three crucial factors contributing to dental implants’ success.

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A Guide to How Long Dental Implants Last

January 8, 2023

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3-D model of a dental implant

Dental implants are the gold standard of tooth replacement, and when you take a look at the results they can produce, it’s easy to see why. They come second only to natural teeth in chewing, talking, and smiling.

If you’re looking into them, you may have heard it mentioned that they’re incredibly durable. But how long do they last exactly? If you’re curious, here’s a guide that can tell you everything you need to know.

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Is It Okay to Get Dental Implants If I Smoke?

September 28, 2022

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Mimes showing that smoking and dental implants aren't a good mix

You might be eager to try dental implants if you’ve lost some of your pearly whites. After all, these replacement teeth have the power to restore your smile, self-confidence, and more! Even so, you might want to hold off on treatment if you’re a smoker. Smoking leads to oral health problems that tend to make implants unsuccessful. It’d be best to kick the habit before considering this restoration procedure. To learn more, here’s a summary of the stormy relationship between smoking and dental implants.

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Can You Get Dental Implants If You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis?

September 27, 2022

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Patient with rheumatoid arthritis looking at model of dental implant

According to the American College of Rheumatology, more than 1.3 million Americans have rheumatoid arthritis, making it the most common form of autoimmune arthritis. Typically, it results in stiffness, pain, or tenderness in more than one joint, limiting your mobility in the process. Since this can impede your ability to thoroughly brush and floss your teeth, you may be wondering, “Can I get dental implants with rheumatoid arthritis?” To learn the answer, keep reading!

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3 Tips for Preparing for Dental Implant Surgery

August 15, 2022

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Male dental patient smiling before implant surgery

Dental implant surgery is a major step, and it’s understandable to be a little nervous beforehand. While the procedure is considered very safe and has an extremely high success rate of 95%, it can still be intimidating when you’re having it done for the first time. To help put your mind at ease, here are 3 things you can do to prepare for dental implant surgery.

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5 Mistakes to Avoid After Undergoing Dental Implant Surgery

July 10, 2022

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Woman smiling ahead of dental implant surgery with oral surgeon

Are you about to undergo dental implant surgery to replace missing teeth? Once your mouth is fully healed and your restoration is placed, you can expect to not only smile with confidence again, but enjoy your favorite foods without any issues! Of course, you’ll need to make sure you give your aftercare the attention it needs following your surgery. This includes not just getting plenty of rest, staying hydrated, and taking your prescriptions as instructed by the oral surgeon, but it also means avoiding these five common mistakes patients make after treatment.

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