Are Dental Implants worth the cost?

Despite improvements in dental care, many Indians lose their teeth due to gum disease and tooth decay. Dental implants are the most favoured tooth replacement option.

Before we get into the cost of dental implants, let’s address the most common question first:

What exactly is a Dental Implant anyway? 

A dental implant is an extremely strong, titanium alloy replica of the tooth root which is placed into your jawbone while replacing damaged or missing natural teeth proving a strong foundation over which a prosthesis is attached.

Factors that affect the price of the Implant

• Parts: the implants, the abutment with connects the implant to the crown and the crown itself.
• Type of material: The cost of an implant can vary from titanium to metal-free posts; ceramic to porcelain crowns.
• Bone grafting procedure: If you have less width or height of bone, you may need a bone graft. This procedure helps regenerate bone growth where it’s been lost which requires an additional cost.
• Who places the implant: A qualified implant dentist is more expensive than a new or inexperienced one.
• Temporary tooth: If your missing tooth is visible, you may want a temporary tooth replacement.
• Lab costs: Depending on the skill of the technician and the materials used, the price varies for the fabrication of the crown.

Are Dental Implants expensive?

Dental Implants do not come with hidden costs unlike dentures and bridges.

For dental bridges, adjacent teeth must be trimmed. So even if they cost less upfront, the damage to the adjacent teeth may lead to higher costs down the road.

Dental bridges have a lifespan of 5 to 15 years.

Dentures require adjustments, relining, repairing and finally they need to be replaced.  Dentures have a lifespan of around 5 to 10 years.

Since dental implants do not damage adjacent teeth, as long as you maintain them well by brushing and flossing, they are the most cost-effective option in the long run.

Living with missing teeth or loose dentures is a daily struggle, one that seems worse during festivals and holidays. You end up passing off the food you love while those around you eat whatever they want. Also, you are constantly worrying whether or not people will notice your unsightly smile and judge you.

Replacing missing teeth with dental implants can dramatically change the life of someone. The good news is that dental implants have a success rate over 95%.

So are dental implants worth the cost? Definitely YES!

Luckily, implant dentists at Loop Dental can help you restore your confidence with a permanent tooth replacement solution. We have the experience, skills, and passion to deliver top-quality implant dentistry services in Chembur.

Visit Loop Dental for a consultation and we will help you decide if dental implants are right for you!