Affordable Dental Implants Los Angeles

For over 200 years the solution to tooth loss was removable dentures. Unfortunately, those who wear dentures often suffer from the loss of bone mass, diminished chewing function, and an increase in the appearance of aging. Wearers of lower dentures only retain 10% of their chewing capacity. But today we have the choice of something far better: dental implants. Our Los Angeles dental implants doctor is an expert on dental implants.

There are many advantages to our affordable dental implants in Los Angeles. Traditional removable dentures can be difficult to fit, irritating to wear, and can move or produce embarrassing clicks while people eat or speak. Also, partial dentures can require removal of otherwise healthy teeth in order to secure new prosthetic ones. Bridges may also require the unnecessary cutting down of the surrounding teeth, exposing them to possible decay, root canals, or fractures. This can result in the need for expensive extractions or replacement with a costly new longer bridge. Dental implants, on the other hand, have the look and feel of natural teeth, and with proper care and cleaning, they can last a lifetime.

Our dental expert can advise you on your options for our affordable dental implants in Los Angeles.

The two basic types of implants are:

•    The most common type of dental implants mimics the root of a tooth with an artificial replacement that is attached to the jaw bone and functions just like a real tooth. This implant is called endosteal (in the bone) and unlike bridges or partials, it replaces the entire tooth as well as the missing root. Each implant holds one or more prosthetic teeth and helps provide support to the jaw bone and muscles and protects them from the dangers of shrinkage or atrophy. This type of implant is generally used as an alternative for patients with bridges or removable dentures.

•    The second type of implant is subperiosteal (on the bone) which is placed on top of the jaw with the metal framework's posts protruding through the gum to hold the prosthesis. These types of implants are perfect for patients who are unable to wear conventional dentures and have slightly diminished bone height. Our dental implants doctor can recommend the type of prosthetic that is right for you.

Affordable dental implants in Los Angeles can save you money in a number of ways. The procedure is significantly less invasive and traumatic than conventional bridges. According to patients, the discomfort of the procedure is often considerably less than that of tooth extraction. Unlike removable dentures, which usually require replacement every several years, with proper cleaning and car, dental implants can last a lifetime. Recovery is quick, and most people return to work or school the following day. In most cases your new teeth will be able to function immediately.

To learn more about our affordable dental implants in Los Angeles and why implants may be the best solution for you, contact our dental implants expert today.

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