{"id":525,"date":"2021-04-23T17:39:53","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T17:39:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/?p=525"},"modified":"2021-04-23T17:39:55","modified_gmt":"2021-04-23T17:39:55","slug":"five-myths-about-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/2021\/04\/23\/five-myths-about-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Myths About Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/AdobeStock_280868042__1___1611672403_74245-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist showing patient a diagram of dental implants\" class=\"wp-image-526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/AdobeStock_280868042__1___1611672403_74245-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/AdobeStock_280868042__1___1611672403_74245-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/AdobeStock_280868042__1___1611672403_74245.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have dental implants or are you considering getting them? The good news is that restorative dentistry has come so far in the last few decades, and dental implants are one of the most popular choices for smile restoration. Read on to learn five of the most common myths about them that you may not have heard of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Five False Facts You Might Believe About Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00a0Have you ever had questions about your dental implants? You may have researched information about them online, but how do you know that it\u2019s correct? The good news is that your dentist has everything you need to know about them, and the facts that might not be as true as you thought they would be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Dental Implants Are Only for the Older Crowd<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you think of dental implants, you may associate them with older folks, however, people of all ages and from all walks of life have them! As long as your jawbone is fully formed and your surrounding teeth and gums are in good condition, you will most likely qualify as a great candidate for dental implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Everyone Will Notice Your Dental Implants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another myth that a lot of people believe is that dental implants will stand out as being prosthetics amongst the rest of their natural teeth. This is not at all the case. The whole goal of dental implants is to look and function as naturally as possible. Your dentist can even custom color them so that they seamlessly match the rest of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. The Dental Implant Procedure is Painful<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a metal rod inserted into your jawbone might sound painful, but your dentist will be sure to utilize numbing agents or anesthetics to ensure that you feel no discomfort at all. At the very most, you may feel slight pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. They Are Unaffordable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, dental implants aren\u2019t cheap, but you wouldn\u2019t want them to be! They\u2019re an investment that you make to save time and money on more extensive restorative dental treatments in the future. Plus, they can last decades before needing to be replaced as long as you take good care of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. You Will Have to Miss Out on Your Favorite Foods with Dental Implants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants are not like dentures. You won\u2019t have to avoid eating your favorite meals for fear of them slipping out or becoming dislodged. Not only do they look like real teeth, but they\u2019re also designed to function like them as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been living with tooth loss, you don\u2019t have to go on suffering. Talk to your dentist about all of the ways dental implants can benefit you, and start smiling confidently again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to dental implant treatment, you won\u2019t find a better dentist to do the job than Dr. Steven Kendrick. Nothing makes him happier than to see his patients receive the smiles they\u2019ve always dreamed of. He is passionate about furthering his education and keeping his practice up to date with all of the latest technology and treatment options. Are you ready to transform your smile? You can schedule a consultation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mwdentalcenter.com\/\">online<\/a> or call <strong>(405) 732-0431<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have dental implants or are you considering getting them? 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