Why Implants
Why Choose an Implant
Over a Denture or Bridge
A natural tooth has a visible crown and a root hidden in the jaw. Bridges and dentures replace only the crown. Once the root is missing, the jawbone loses the stimulation it used to get from chewing and slowly shrinks, and the teeth beside the gap can tilt into it. An implant is the one option that stands in for the root too.
Longevity matters when you weigh cost. One published review of implant studies reported survival above 90% at ten years, and that figure assumes healthy gums and steady home care. We cover both with you before any surgery is scheduled.
"It is common for patients to experience varying levels of anxiety before dental implant surgery."