{"id":354,"date":"2013-09-09T09:45:00","date_gmt":"2013-09-09T09:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/smilespringfield.com\/blog\/?p=354"},"modified":"2025-06-25T22:22:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T22:22:08","slug":"dental-implants-a-popular-dental-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilespringfield.com\/blog\/2013\/09\/09\/dental-implants-a-popular-dental-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants: A Popular Dental Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\t<strong>Why Are Dental Implants So Popular?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\tDental implants are artificial tooth roots that are inserted into the jaw bone surgically. They provide an excellent means of tooth replacement. They are usually made out of titanium and titanium alloys. The success of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilespringfield.com\/dental-implants.html\" target=\"_blank\">dental implants<\/a> lies on the level of osseointegration (fusion of implants to the jaw bone); thus good oral hygiene and bone density are essential.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\tDental implants are one of the latest innovative developments in dentistry and are gaining popularity day by day. Some reasons for their increasing popularity are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\t\tHigh Aesthetic Appeal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left: 0.25in; text-align: justify;\">\n\tA dental implant cannot be distinguished from a natural tooth easily because it gives the impression of growing out of the gums naturally. The growing popularity of dental implants is due to their excellent aesthetic properties. To look great and feel confident is what everyone looks for while opting for any type of tooth replacement.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\t\tSuperior In Function<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left: 0.25in; text-align: justify;\">\n\tApart from looking natural, dental implants give a natural feel as well. They function independently similar to any other tooth in dentition. The biting forces on the implant are directed to the jaw bone directly without affecting the adjacent teeth. Patients have stated that they feel extremely comfortable while chewing with dental implants. This is mainly due to their enhanced efficiency compared to dentures. Dental Implants are the superior option for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilespringfield.com\/our-services.html\" target=\"_blank\"> smile restorations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\t\tHighly Durable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left: 0.25in; text-align: justify;\">\n\tWhen compared to dentures, dental implants are highly durable and long-lasting. Dentures need replacement after about 5 years whereas implants do not need to be replaced once they are taken up by the jaw bone. They can last for a lifetime with good oral hygiene and preventative dental maintenance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\t\tRenders Confidence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-left: 0.25in; text-align: justify;\">\n\tMany people with dentures become self-conscious while smiling. This is because sometimes dentures can be loose and snap down creating an extremely embarrassing situation. Such incidents are less than ideal, for certain. On the contrary, dental implants are secure and natural feeling and can boost the self-esteem.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\tAre you interested in learning more about dental implants? <strong>Attend one of our monthly <a href=\"http:\/\/freeimplantseminarspringfield.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dental Implant Seminars<\/a><\/strong>. For details and dates, please contact us at&nbsp;(<a href=\"tel:217.546.3333\" target=\"_blank\">217) 546-3333<\/a>&nbsp;or <a href=\"http:\/\/freeimplantseminarspringfield.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n\tDr. VanderMolen has the answers you need.&nbsp; <strong>Call and make an appointment at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilespringfield.com\/our-services.html\" target=\"_blank\">Advanced Dental Care today, (217) 546-3333<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Are Dental Implants So Popular? 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