Did you know this about dental implants?
Dental implants can give you back a full, gorgeous smile and maintain the natural look and feel of your real teeth. Dental implants are now the gold standard for replacing missing teeth…but you probably knew that already.
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Well, dental implants have been around a bit longer than most people think…here are some interesting dental implant facts…
- The first dental implants date back to 600 A.D., when tooth-shaped shell pieces were hammered into the jaw of a Mayan woman. Other civilizations used human or animal teeth held in place by gold rings.
- Modern dental implants have been used for more than 20 years and rank among the most successful surgical procedures, with a majority of outcomes lasting throughout the patient’s life.
- Nearly 70 percent of Americans ages 35 to 44 are missing at least one tooth due to accident, disease, or aging.
- One in four Americans over the age of 74 have lost all of their natural teeth.
- Dental implants more closely resemble the form, function, and appearance of natural teeth compared to other treatment options, such as dentures or bridges.
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![Happy dental implant patient.](https://nvd.j9s.dev/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Picture-1-300x200-300x200.jpg)
When you are ready to find out more about dental implants…call our office, schedule a complimentary consultation and get to know our dental team! (702) 735-3284