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It\u2019s safe to say that pretty much everyone loves a bargain. Whether it\u2019s a great deal on a new car, a sale on your favorite laundry detergent or even choosing the most cost-effective way to restore your smile, it\u2019s more important than ever to lower your expenses wherever you can. But one way you may not have realized can protect your bottom line is by restoring your smile with dental implants<\/a>. Sure, while other options like dentures and dental bridges may seem<\/em> more affordable up front, when you consider the long-term costs of permanently replacing your lost teeth with these restorations, the savings really add up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Savings on Maintenance Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because they look, feel, and act just like your real teeth, dental implants don\u2019t need any special products or lengthy procedures to maintain. In fact, you can care for them just as you would your natural teeth: by brushing them twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste, flossing them daily, and visiting your dentist every six months for your regular preventive exams and cleanings. There\u2019s no need to invest in adhesives and soaks to clean them, nor will you need to remove them overnight or perform any additional steps to deep clean them and keep them hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savings on Repair Expenses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While restorations like dentures and dental bridges can easily become worn or broken, dental implants are much more durable and less likely to require repairs. Because they will be permanently attached to the jawbone, you won\u2019t need to take them out to clean or soak them, eliminating the risk of damaging them by accidentally dropping them, or by forgetting to remove them at night and causing them to dry out and crack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savings on Replacement Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While dentures and dental bridges weren\u2019t designed to last forever, with proper care and use your dental implants can! In fact, while other options must be replaced every five to ten years, your dental implants can last a lifetime, meaning that once you\u2019ve paid for their up-front cost, you shouldn\u2019t need to invest in them again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, although dental implants may cost more initially<\/em>, with proper care and use they will pay for themselves in saved time, money, and frustration. To learn more about these permanent prosthetics and see if your smile qualifies for treatment, schedule a consultation for dental implants with your dentist today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At South Texas Periodontics & Implants<\/a>, we are proud to offer a variety of tooth restoration options including durable, lifelike dental implants. To learn more about this treatment and to see how it can save you money while saving your smile, schedule a consultation with us today by visiting our website<\/a> or calling 361-992-7641.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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