Recently, we reviewed research about the effect of implantation on patients' mental health. In short — such restorative practices are usually difficult to accept for some patients; they can feel depressed, ashamed, and angry about the new dentures.
However, experienced dentists can help deal with these worries by providing emotional support and 'kind words' to explain that a new implant is not a disadvantage.
Here are some logical and rational statements for especially worried patients.
"Refresh your jaws"
There are about a dozen different materials, including metals, zirconia, and other biocompatible substances, that can mimic the tooth texture and specific color of the enamel — the human eye can not tell the difference between these samples and real teeth.
Thus, if you decide to delete the thick tooth and replace it with an implant, you will receive a healthy smile — probably much better than you had before the procedure.
"A new comfort which is good for your health"
The new tooth will help you enjoy your food fully — with an implant, you can bite and chew without pain or discomfort. Also, compared to wearable dentures, the implant can not accidentally "jump out" of your mouth, and you can feel comfortable in public places.
Moreover, by chewing food properly, you can avoid various health issues with the gastrointestinal tract caused by poorly ground food.
"Longterm alternative"
Depending on the material, your implant may have a different term of use, but most modern materials in restorative dentistry have good longevity provided by novel biocompatible substances such as composite zirconia. This means that your "artificial" tooth, with proper care, may serve as long as your natural one.
The pricing is very different for each kind of implant, but with the newest 3D dental printing approaches using resin substances, the average production price will decrease soon.
