• Implants don’t last long

Not true! Implants are made to last forever if well maintained. However, it is not guaranteed for everyone as every patient is different. But for sure, they can last as long as the owner likes with good care. Good care includes brushing, flossing and seeing a dentist regularly.

• The procedure will take a day

People believe that if they go to a dentist's office for implants, they will get them the same day. No, that is not what happens. Getting dental implants involves consultation, evaluation, X-rays or scans, preparing the implants and follow up appointments.

• Implants are visible

Implants resemble natural teeth. Nobody can tear them apart once inserted and placed in the mouth. Implants also help the jawbone and brighten an individual’s smile.

• The implant procedure is painful

Getting implants involves surgery. The surgery is conducted with anaesthesia or sedation. This ensures that the patient doesn't feel pain during the procedure. Some tenderness might be felt afterwards. Hence the dentist prescribes some pain management medication.

• Older people are not suitable candidates

Dental implants lack an upper age restriction. Patients in their 90s and 80s have successful dental implants procedures. However, you can be too young to have implants. Younger people may not have fully developed jawbone, disqualifying them for dental implants. For older adults, age doesn’t disqualify their candidacy for the implant. Factors including gum disease and uncontrolled diabetes may disqualifyimplants’ candidacy.

• Dental implants require extra care and lots of maintenance

They don't needa lot of maintenance. Dental implants maintenance resembles natural teeth hygiene. Brush and floss them as well as a regular checkup to the dentist. That's all.

• They commonly fall out

Dental implants don't fall out. The implants are fixed in the jaw surgically.

If you need dental implants or All-on-4, Next Smile Melbourne offers the best dental implants services. Their dental professional will assist and be there for you every step of the way. Visit their website for more information or get in touch.