If you have lost a permanent tooth, it’s important to replace it as soon as possible to preserve your oral health. Otherwise, your jawbone begins to deteriorate without a root in place to stimulate new bone growth every time you bite down or chew. Your dentist can prevent this process by placing dental implants. These artificial teeth are the only type that are embedded into your jaw, which provides additional benefits over other options like dentures or dental bridges.
Although it’s natural to want to wait for the right time to schedule your surgery, if you wait too long, your jawbone could become too weak to support prosthetics. Fortunately, summer is an excellent time to initiate the process. Continue reading to learn 3 good reasons why!
Reason #1: Insurance Benefits
Many dental insurance policies cover 50% to 80% of the cost of major procedures like implants. That said, they typically have requirements that must be met before they can contribute. For example, there may be a waiting period of several months, a restriction on how many teeth can be treated, or an annual deductible to meet.
Most plans reset at the start of the year, which means that by the time summer rolls around, you’re more likely to have already met the minimum requirements. That means you’ll be able to take full advantage of the different benefits available to you so you can reduce the cost of your restoration.
Reason #2: Cool Foods
Once your dental implant is placed, you’ll want to avoid overly hard, crunchy, hot, or spicy foods that could irritate your gums or hinder your healing. Fortunately, the long, hot days of summer are perfect for enjoying a cool treat while you recover, and there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you prefer ice cream, cold soups, or blended fruit smoothies, you’re sure to find something that suits your taste buds.
Reason #3: Relaxed Schedule
Summertime has become synonymous with vacation, which means you’ll have more time to take for dental appointments. With so many people requesting time off work, you’re less likely to be noticed or reprimanded for taking a few days to have your oral surgery and rest afterward. You’ll enjoy peace of mind as you relax, knowing there’s no reason to worry that you’re missing anything overly important.
By starting the dental implant process during the summer, you’ll be ready to move on to the next steps by the time things pick back up again in the fall!
About the Practice
At Jupiter Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry, patients benefit from a husband-and-wife dental duo who work together to offer a full array of services at one convenient location. Drs. Shane and Amiee Vaughn take the time to get to know you so that they can provide fully individualized solutions to meet your unique needs. They have state-of-the-art equipment and years of advanced training to perform your implant surgery in the office, so you don’t need to worry about finding an outside provider. If you’re looking to replace a missing tooth and want a consultation, you can request an appointment on the website or by calling (561) 559-8942.