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When you are searching for the best way to restore your smile, it is important to be able to separate the fact from the fiction.
However, if you are new to the world of cosmetic dental work, this can be a bit trickier than it sounds. Many websites will state myths about procedures, making you question whether a treatment option is right for you. And, as the internet is such a large place, it can be easier to believe the falsehoods than the truths.
So, when it comes to having your teeth replaced with oral implants, many potential dental patients often read horror stories and decide that they would rather have dentures fitted. While this is entirely their choice, it is important to have a balanced view before saying no to any cosmetic procedure.
At UK Dental Specialists, our team has performed multiple oral implant fittings and can answer any questions that you may have about dental implants in St.Albans. We pride ourselves on transparency with our patients, and will aim to answer any questions that you may have about oral implants in jargon-free language so that you are fully informed.
But what are some of the myths you may have come across in relation to dental implants in St. Albans?
Oral implants are only for older people
This is simply not true!
Dental implants in St. Albans are suitable for people over the age of 18, who have good overall oral health and have enough jawbone for successful implantation.
Many young people in St. Albans visit our team to restore their smiles with oral implants, so they are certainly not just for older people!
Having implants fitted is painful
Quantifying pain is difficult as it is very subjective.
While our team at UK Dental Specialists will take every care to ensure your gums are numbed before the fitting, as the numbing agent wears off later in the day, you may feel something akin to bruising or soreness. This is a normal part of the healing process, so don’t panic!
They look fake
One of the key benefits of oral implants is that they look real.
As our team can match them in size, shape and even colour to any of your natural teeth, they will blend in seamlessly, creating a more natural look.
They will probably get infected
It is an unfortunate fact that some people who have had oral implants fitted have developed infections. However, they are the minority.
Our team will fit your implants in a sterilised, clean environment and will provide you with sufficient aftercare advice, to prevent an infection from forming. If you notice any excessive pain around the implant site, swelling, or develop a fever, seek urgent medical attention.
They are prohibitively expensive
The cost of implants may seem high, but when you come to UK Dental Specialists, you may be suitable for one of our financing options. This will help you spread the overall cost down into affordable, monthly chunks over a set time period.