{"id":238,"date":"2024-01-12T20:25:52","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T20:25:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/?p=238"},"modified":"2024-02-22T20:30:36","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T20:30:36","slug":"are-dental-implants-stronger-than-natural-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/12\/are-dental-implants-stronger-than-natural-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Fact or Fiction: Are Dental Implants Truly Stronger Than Natural Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_214036246__1701467771_65932.jpg\" alt=\"Man smiling with his dental implants\" class=\"wp-image-239\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5009380863039399;width:288px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_214036246__1701467771_65932.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_214036246__1701467771_65932-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_214036246__1701467771_65932-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Over many years, how many times have you heard your dentist say, \u201cThere\u2019s no substitute for your natural teeth.\u201d While in most cases that\u2019s still true, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a> have advanced substantially in the last few years. Could these titanium rods that fuse with your jawbone really be stronger than good old-fashioned teeth? Read on to find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dental Implants are Resistant to Damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The crowns of dental implants are made from a highly durable ceramic that can withstand a lot of bite force. After being anchored in the jawbone, they can tear, grind, and chop just like normal teeth, but with a bonus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This bonus is an absence of nerves that would normally prevent you from biting down harder by creating pain. This means that you won\u2019t have to give up your favorite foods due to an inability to chew!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dental Implants Don\u2019t Get Cavities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural teeth have one glaring flaw no matter what: they are prone to decay. Cavities are one of the most common dental problems in both children and adults. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 90 percent of adults aged 20 and older have had a cavity in their lifetime. It\u2019s almost inevitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, dental implants are not susceptible to cavities and therefore will not decay or wear out as quickly over time. This is not to say that it isn\u2019t necessary to still maintain good oral hygiene, though. If gum disease takes hold, it could weaken the bone holding the implants in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dental Implants are Built to Last<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most defining feature of dental implants is the sturdy stuff they\u2019re made of. Titanium is renowned for its strength and resilience. It is also biocompatible, which is how it fuses with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration. With proper care, implants boast impressive longevity, often outlasting traditional tooth structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, while the claim that dental implants are inherently stronger than natural teeth may be over-simplifying things, it\u2019s the truth. These implants offer great durability and resilience when properly cared for, even over natural teeth. Even so, this doesn\u2019t mean you should replace all your teeth with implants. Consider your needs and your means when deciding and schedule a consultation with your dentist to see if implants are right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need an experienced and passionate team for your dental implant placement, the experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/about-us.html\">Derek Song, DMD<\/a> are here to help. They have decades of experience and advanced training in dental implant procedures from start to finish. They use ultramodern dental technology and techniques to ensure the accuracy and success of your treatment. Call (781) 272-5890 to schedule a dental implant consultation, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dereksongdmd.com\/\">visit the website<\/a> to discover other treatments they offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over many years, how many times have you heard your dentist say, \u201cThere\u2019s no substitute for your natural teeth.\u201d While in most cases that\u2019s still true, dental implants have advanced substantially in the last few years. Could these titanium rods that fuse with your jawbone really be stronger than good old-fashioned teeth? 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