{"id":690,"date":"2012-03-19T20:27:16","date_gmt":"2012-03-19T20:27:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/?p=690"},"modified":"2026-06-26T14:40:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T14:40:46","slug":"understanding-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/understanding-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<strong>THOUGH THE TERM MAY SOUND VERY FAMILIAR<\/strong>, you might still be a little unsure about what <strong><a title=\"Dental Implants, Lake Oconee Dentistry, PC\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drsbradley.com\/pages\/library\/implants.htm\" target=\"_blank\">dental implants<\/a><\/strong> actually are\u2014and why they are such a great solution for tooth loss. Don\u2019t let that embarrass you! <strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><a title=\"About Our Doctors\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drsbradley.com\/pages\/about.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Drs. Bradley and Dr. Boswell<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>understand that most people are actually in the dark about this. Talking about dental implants isn\u2019t exactly common social conversation! <strong>We can help<\/strong>.\r\n\r\n<strong>The process of applying dental implants<\/strong> begins with inserting small titanium posts into the jaw as the \u201croot structure\u201d for a denture, bridge, or crown. The next step involves several weeks of healing so that these small implants can fuse with your bone and produce a strong anchor. A temporary crown is worn above the implant during the healing time until you are ready for your custom-made crown, bridge, or denture to be securely attached to the small metal post. In the end you\u2019ll be left with a natural-looking, long-lasting, <strong>AND beautiful smile!<\/strong>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><em>Here is a short list of benefits:<\/em><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<strong>Eating Will Be Enjoyable Again!<\/strong> \u2014 Because dental implants are anchored in the bone, they can provide biting force similar to natural teeth.\r\n\r\n<strong>You\u2019ll Save Your Healthy Neighboring Teeth!<\/strong> \u2014 In most cases, adjacent teeth are not altered or harmed in any way.\r\n\r\n<strong>Easily Maintenance!<\/strong> \u2014 Dental implants are just as easy to brush and floss as natural teeth.\r\n\r\n<strong>A Permanent Solution!<\/strong> \u2014 Your implants can last a lifetime!\r\n\r\n<strong>Very High Success Rate!<\/strong> \u2014 With a 95% success rate, dental implants are one of the most successful options available for replacing missing teeth.\r\n\r\nThank you for the trust you place in our practice. Don\u2019t forget to schedule an appointment to <strong><a title=\"Contact Lake Oconee Dentistry\" href=\"https:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\">visit with us<\/a><\/strong>! We look forward to helping you smile with confidence.\r\n\r\nAlso, be sure to take a moment to join us on Facebook <strong><em>by clicking on the image below<\/em><\/strong>. It\u2019s the best place to stay connected with <strong><a title=\"About Our Practice\" href=\"http:\/\/www.drsbradley.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">our practice.<\/a><\/strong> and, it gives us a chance to better get to know you.\r\n\r\n<a title=\"Drs. 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