Dental implants are an excellent way to permanently resolve tooth loss. By surgically implanting a prosthetic tooth, you’ll regain the appearance and function of a natural tooth. However, in order to benefit from implants, you need to have adequate bone density in the jaw to support the implant. As you live with untreated tooth loss, your jawbone will naturally begin to deteriorate. If you’ve had tooth loss for some time, you may not have enough bone left to support the implants. If you’re lacking the support needed for implants, bone grafting may be an option for you.
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