Dental Procedure Pain: Get the Facts

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Dental Procedure Pain: Get the Facts

I recently visited the dentist and received the news that I needed a root canal. Even though I care for my teeth well, a filling I had as a child fell out one day without me noticing. (I have a bad habit of chewing on ice...) I didn't have it replaced for months, so the root canal was needed to restore the tooth. I was so scared! I had heard the stories of root canals being painful, and I hesitantly had the work done expecting the worst. I was in shock that I had virtually no pain during, or after, the procedure when I took my medications as prescribed. I created this blog to help others who are putting off dental work in fear of pain. I learned that the stories I heard were greatly exaggerated or just "old wives tales" about root canal pain. Don't be afraid!

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4Things To Know About Dental Implants

If you need to replace teeth that are missing for whatever reason, one effective way to do so is by getting dental implants. These will allow you to fully restore lost teeth, and this will lead to better dental health. Knowing specific things about dental implants may motivate you to get started on this dental procedure sooner, rather than later.

What are dental implants? They are a restoration process which places an artificial root in the gums with a titanium post. This provides the stability that is necessary before the dental crown or bridge will be created to restore the missing teeth.

Cost of dental implants

Dental implants are expensive but may be paid by your dental insurance provider in some cases. The average cost of a dental implant is $2,400 to $3,000. However, this amount will vary based on where you get the dental work completed and the number of implants that you must have done.

Additionally you will need to consider the cost of a crown or bridge before scheduling your appointment, as well.

Benefits of dental implants

Restoring missing teeth may improve your overall health in a number of ways and these are listed below:

  1. Improved speech; it may have been difficult for other people to understand you before you got the dental implants.
  2. You can eat healthier foods that are better for your body is one of the benefits of this dental process.
  3. You can't get decay on the teeth that have implants and this may help prevent any further work from being needed on these particular teeth.

There are many advantages to getting dental implants that may work to improve your teeth and your overall health.

Recovery process of dental implants

When it comes to getting back to life and work after this procedure has been complete, you can usually do so very quickly. Some dental patients may return to work within the next day, depending on if the procedure went well and there weren't any complications.

You will need to expect a full three to four months before your gums and teeth will fully heal. Take the time to talk to your dentist beforehand to fully understand how long your individual recovery process may take.

Finally, restoring teeth that missing can increase your level of confidence. Be sure to consult with a dentist in your area who is qualified to complete the dental implant procedure.


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