Today, dental implants are known as one of the best methods to replace missing teeth. They are the only option that includes a titanium rod that fuses with your jawbone to function like the root of a natural tooth. As a result, they provide unique benefits that other treatments don’t. They stimulate the jawbone to keep it from deteriorating from tooth loss over time, for example. Also, because they’re permanently embedded, you don’t have to worry about dietary restrictions.
Did you know, though, that dental implants have a long and varied history? They haven’t always been as prosperous as they are in our world today. Keep reading to learn more about the evolution of this gold standard for tooth replacement, and why there’s no better time than now to get them!
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