The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) provides public information about the life changing benefits of dental implants and how to find an expert dental implant dentist.
The tissue beneath your teeth anchors and secures dental implants, but for many people, their bones have deteriorated over time. People lose bone in their mouths for many reasons, and getting dental implants sooner than later after a tooth loss is crucial. Luckily, there are three procedures for building bone:
1. Bone grafting
AAID-credentialed dentists invest significant time and energy into dental implant-focused training, above and beyond their basic dental and/or specialist education.
Because they have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of dental implants and treatment options, they understand the big picture — and they’re dedicated to putting your smile, your needs and your health first.
Before selecting a dentist, it's important to ask the right questions. Download and bring this list of questions to your initial consultation.