Can Dental Implants Save You Money Over Time?

Are you missing permanent teeth? Are you considering dentures due to being on a tight budget? While this option may seem more affordable up front, the truth is that despite their higher upfront costs, dental implants are often a much better value and can even save you money over time. Here’s how.

Lower Maintenance Costs

Caring for dentures can really add up. Between the regular maintenance costs like denture cleansers and soaks, as well as the time it takes to care for them properly, dental implants are already a better value. That’s because they’re just like your real teeth, so they don’t need to be removed to soak or clean, and they don’t require any special tools or products to keep them looking and working their best.

Less-Frequent Repair Costs

Although they’re durable, dentures can become damaged much easier than dental implants. They can break in half or chip if dropped during cleaning, and over time they can begin to change shape if they dry out. In fact, your mouth can also shift, so even if your dentures don’t, they may still need a reline. Unfortunately, all these repairs cost money, and that can really add up.

Conversely, because your dental implants remain securely in place in your jaw, they don’t need to come out to be cleaned or soaked. That means they can’t be dropped, nor will they change shape. Best of all, because the implants provide important jawbone stimulation, your jaw will have a lower risk of shrinking and thus your prosthetics will not need to be adjusted to compensate, saving you plenty of money on costly repairs over time.

Potentially No Replacement Costs

Because dentures weren’t meant to last forever, you should expect to replace them every five to seven years. With dental implants, however, unless they become damaged (which is rare) you won’t need to replace them. In fact, with proper care and use, they could last a lifetime, potentially saving you thousands of dollars!

Remember, while your dental implants may cost more up front than other restorations, with proper care they will not only pay for themselves, but they’ll save you money on additional costs over dentures. To learn more about this treatment and to see if you’re a good candidate, schedule a consultation for dental implants with your dentist today.

About Our Practice

Dr. John T. Michaels and Dr. David F. Michaels are the proud father-and-son team that lead Norwood Dental Care. For excellent oral health care in a family environment, we welcome you to visit us for a variety of dental treatments, including dental implants. To schedule a consultation and start enjoying all of the benefits of this dynamic restoration method, visit our website or call us today at 781-769-6140.