If you’ve lost a tooth or two, you have more options than ever to replace your missing teeth; however, dental implants are the most reliable method. A dental implant differs from any other treatment because it recreates both the root and the crown. As a result, you must have enough bone density in your jaw to be a candidate for the procedure. Unfortunately, a single missing tooth can cause you to lose up to 25% of your jaw’s density within the first year, which will continue to deteriorate as time passes. Don’t worry, you can still benefit from dental implants, even if you’ve experienced bone loss. Your dentist can create the strong foundation you need with bone grafting.
