Does anyone know anything about dental implants, are they worth the money ?

An implant is an anchor for a prosthetic tooth or teeth (e.g., crown, bridge, denture) that is surgically placed in the jaw. It becomes fused with the jawbone as the bone heals around it. Implants are most commonly made of titanium, a special type of metal that bone fuses to and does not reject as a foreign body.





Implants are used to replace missing or lost teeth. A missing tooth can affect the jaw and lead to bone loss. It may also affect surrounding teeth by causing them to shift and affect a person’s bite. People with missing teeth may also have difficulty chewing or be dissatisfied with their appearance. Bridges and dentures are also used to take the place of missing teeth.





There's lots more information on dental implants below, including pictures!





http://oral.health.ivillage.com/bridgesd...

Does anyone know anything about dental implants, are they worth the money ?
depends.....go to two dentists before making a decision.....you may not need it and besides it is good to compare $$$
Reply:I hear that they hurt like anything and are expensive, but if my teeth go (they won't!) I am totally going to get them, because they are totally worth the money- they look real and you don't have to soak them in water overnight!