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While dental implants are one of the best solutions for replacing your natural teeth, nothing really compares to the ones we\u2019re born with! Our natural teeth serve us better than any alternatives and can last a lifetime if we care for them properly.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why, then, do dentists recommend tooth extractions and dental implants? Investigative reporters discovered that in the past decade, there\u2019s been a growing number of tooth extractions in cases where the tooth could have been repaired instead. While it\u2019s unlikely that your dentist would advocate for a treatment you don\u2019t really need, it might put your mind at ease to understand why and when dental implants are required. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants are prosthetics that are inserted into the mouth in place of your missing teeth. They are supported by a metal rod that acts like the root of a tooth and fuses with your jawbone. Then they\u2019re capped with a crown that\u2019s been customized to match your natural pearly whites. They\u2019re often the preferred method to replace teeth because they look and function more like your natural teeth than other restorative options like dentures or bridges. They\u2019re more permanent, don\u2019t need to be removed and cleaned regularly, and there\u2019s less risk of them shifting or becoming displaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Not Pull Natural Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because we only have one set of natural teeth throughout our adult lives, dentists usually want to preserve them. Even with state-of-the-art technology and materials available, dental restorations can\u2019t quite match our natural teeth in stability and functionality.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only that, but once teeth go missing our jawbone begins to reabsorb the bone mass left behind. If enough teeth are missing, or if you wait long enough before restoring lost teeth, the jaw can weaken to the point that it no longer supports teeth on its own. A good dentist will want to set you up for long-term success. That means they\u2019re highly likely to consider other treatment options before they recommend removing a viable natural tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Do Teeth Need to Be Removed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dentists try to reserve tooth extraction as a last resort for extreme cases, or when other treatments haven\u2019t worked. That said, there are times when it\u2019s the only option. For example, they might need to pull a tooth that has decayed past the point where a filling or root canal would be effective. In such cases, they may want to extract the tooth and replace it with a dental implant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist isn\u2019t likely to recommend services you don\u2019t need. If they\u2019ve suggested a dental implant but you\u2019d like to try other methods first, feel free to ask them about it! They can go over the specifics of your case with you so that you understand the condition of your teeth and why they advised a certain treatment plan. The more we know about our teeth, the better equipped we are to keep them healthy and strong for the long haul!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At My Frederick Dentist, you can meet all of your dental care needs under one roof without long wait times. Everyone from children to seniors can benefit from services ranging from basic checkups and cleanings to dental implant procedures and maintenance. If you have questions about dental implants, feel free to contact the office on the website<\/a> or call (301) 698-9552.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While dental implants are one of the best solutions for replacing your natural teeth, nothing really compares to the ones we\u2019re born with! Our natural teeth serve us better than any alternatives and can last a lifetime if we care for them properly.   Why, then, do dentists recommend tooth extractions and dental implants? Investigative […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-175","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nCan Healthy Teeth Be Replaced With Dental Implants? | My Frederick Dentist<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you have natural teeth that you\u2019d like to have replaced, you might wonder if it can be done. 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