Even with the constant improvement in dental technology and techniques, millions of Americans still suffer tooth loss every year. Tooth loss caused by periodontal disease or injury is still incredibly common. It used to be that the only solutions available for a missing tooth were dentures and bridges, but now dentists like Dr. Michael Stern at Smile Brighter Dentistry in Willoughby Hills, OH can offer dental implants. Dental implants offer many benefits that justify the cost associated with them. Let’s discuss some of these benefits.
The Benefits of Dental Implants
A dental implant is, effectively, a tooth root replacement that provides a solid foundation for permanent or removable replacement teeth. These offer several benefits, including:
- Improved Appearance: Dental implants are made to appear and feel just like your natural teeth and, because they fuse to your jawbone, are permanent.
- Improved Speech: When you receive dentures, they can be ill-fitting and slip around in your mouth causing speech problems. Dental implants provide stability which allows you to both speak and eat without issue.
- Easy to Eat With: Dentures that slide around in your mouth can make chewing a chore. Since a dental implant is designed to mimic your natural teeth, you can eat without any discomfort or inconvenience.
- Durability: Dental implants are designed to last a long time. Several years, in fact. With good care, they can even last you a lifetime.
The Cost of Dental Implants
Several factors could play into the cost of a dental implant, but let’s look at the averages. The average cost of a dental implant ranges anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 per implant. There can then be added costs if you need to have an abutment and crown added to the implant. All the work that is done can cause the range of a dental implant to end up anywhere from $1,500 to $6,000. That’s quite the range. A dental implant is pricey due to it being a surgical procedure. You will most likely be having to pay for the materials used and a range of specialists that are needed including an oral surgeon and anesthesiologist. For exact costs, you will need to consult with both your dentist and your dental insurance to see what is and isn’t covered.
If you are interested in dental implants, please give Dr. Michael Stern a call today at Smile Brighter Dentistry. To schedule an appointment, please call (440) 210-0999 today.