Dental Implants FAQ
When patients are faced with restorative options for tooth loss, many are introduced to dental implants by the team of Laser Dental Associates. Our team highly recommends these restorations for patients who are replacing one or more teeth within their smiles and have sufficient bone structure to do so. Many patients will have a series of FAQ that they want answered during their initial consultation appointment.
Why must I have healthy bone for placement?
Dental implants are titanium posts which use the jawbone for strength and stability. Without healthy bone, placement is often not successful so patients without the structure necessary for placement may want to consider alternative options; such as dental bridges or dentures.
Are dental implants safe?
Dental implants are made of titanium and are completely safe and biocompatible with the body. Titanium is a metal that does not corrode and it is often used for other prosthetics in dentistry and conventional medicine.
Are dental implants expensive?
Dental implants are relatively affordable for many patients considering restoring their smile; however, they are more expensive than the alternatives. The benefit of dental implants is they can last a lifetime so, even though they cost more upfront, they have better long-term value than dental bridges or dentures.
Will my dental insurance plan cover part of the cost of dental implants?
In some cases, it will. This greatly depends on the extent of coverage by your dental insurance plan. Our front office team is very well-versed in dental insurance plans and can find out what is covered in your specific plan. We encourage patients to bring their dental insurance cards with them to their dental appointments so we can investigate further. If there is still an out-of-pocket expense after the application of insurance coverage, we can then discuss financing options for the remaining amount.
How do I take the first step in deciding if dental implants are right for me?
We encourage new and existing patients in the community of Sterling Heights, Michigan and surrounding areas to book an appointment with the team of Laser Dental Associates to educate themselves further on the advantages of using dental implants in the smile. Call us at .
Why must I have healthy bone for placement?
Dental implants are titanium posts which use the jawbone for strength and stability. Without healthy bone, placement is often not successful so patients without the structure necessary for placement may want to consider alternative options; such as dental bridges or dentures.
Are dental implants safe?
Dental implants are made of titanium and are completely safe and biocompatible with the body. Titanium is a metal that does not corrode and it is often used for other prosthetics in dentistry and conventional medicine.
Are dental implants expensive?
Dental implants are relatively affordable for many patients considering restoring their smile; however, they are more expensive than the alternatives. The benefit of dental implants is they can last a lifetime so, even though they cost more upfront, they have better long-term value than dental bridges or dentures.
Will my dental insurance plan cover part of the cost of dental implants?
In some cases, it will. This greatly depends on the extent of coverage by your dental insurance plan. Our front office team is very well-versed in dental insurance plans and can find out what is covered in your specific plan. We encourage patients to bring their dental insurance cards with them to their dental appointments so we can investigate further. If there is still an out-of-pocket expense after the application of insurance coverage, we can then discuss financing options for the remaining amount.
How do I take the first step in deciding if dental implants are right for me?
We encourage new and existing patients in the community of Sterling Heights, Michigan and surrounding areas to book an appointment with the team of Laser Dental Associates to educate themselves further on the advantages of using dental implants in the smile. Call us at .