How painful is a dental implant really? A look at the actual pain experience

Shao Ge, the old hand, chats about oral problems~The moment you hear the dentist say they're going to pull the tooth nerve, your body starts trembling uncontrollably. So what about a dental implant? Don't they have to drill a hole and plant a tooth in there, and you have to go back for follow-up visits again and again? Just thinking about it is terrifying! Is a dental implant really that painful?

Generally speaking,not at all!In fact, the more afraid you are inside, the more it may hurt! In reality, a local anesthetic is used before a dental implant, and since implant techniques at licensed hospitals are already mature, there's no need to worry about pain. Also, you shouldn't trust dental implant ads too much! They may describe things in the most glowing terms, but having authoritative backing is what really counts!

1. Why must a missing tooth be replaced with a dental implant? Won't a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown do?

Just think about it: a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown also requires grinding down the teeth on both sides of the missing tooth! Not only does it wear down healthy teeth,the key point is it has no tooth root,so it's not much different from a denture, and eating with it feels really awkward. Compare the two and you'll find that although a dental implant is expensive, it has its own tooth root, and with good care, it will last longer!

2. A dental implant costs 10,000 yuan each. Is it worth doing?

It's worth doing!As the best way to restore a missing tooth, of course the high price comes with high benefits. A dental implant can replace the function of a healthy tooth, stand alone as an individual unit, and resemble a real tooth. A porcelain-fused-to-metal crown is relatively cheaper, but it relies too much on other teeth, and its biggest drawback is that it damages real teeth far too much!

3. Such an expensive dental implant, how long can it last?

One thing to mention is that dental implants depend heavily on the doctor's skill. Whether you can extend their service life depends on choosing an experienced physician; this is not something just any dental doctor can do! As for good maintenance afterward and regular oral checkups, it may even last a lifetime!

One important point! A dental implant is not a once-and-for-all solution! Whether you get a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown or a dental implant,the decision must be based on your dental condition.If you're missing one tooth, that's fine, but if you're missing multiple teeth, then you'll have to consider a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown, otherwise you really won't be able to handle the damage!

Relax, a dental implant isn't as painful as you imagine. If you still have any questions about teeth?Welcome to follow [Shao Ge Squeezes Toothpaste]. Shao Ge is happy to help you, and there are occasional surprises too~