Beyond Function: The Art of Cosmetic Implant Dentistry

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be well (particularly the world's swiftly growing aged population) but also feel well, as smiling can literally improve happiness.

With 178 million Americans missing at least one tooth (and 40 million missing all their teeth), implant dentistry is in high demand.However, this booming market is not well-regulated, and the number of true specialists in implant dentistry remains low.

Frequently, dentists will take weekend courses to learn the basics and then begin placing implants while not always understanding the biological, functional, and aesthetic complexities of the field.

Oftentimes, patients are left with failing implants, gum recession, and speech impediments.However, the relatively low failure rate may mask a more widespread problem: dissatisfaction with the aesthetic results of the procedure.