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Are dental implants for missing teeth only?

I’m 16 years old and I’ll be getting braces. ugh. But I was wondering if dental implants are for missing teeth only?, or if there’s a possibility that they can replace crooked teeth?

I think they can but…
They are very expensive and I had one for a missing tooth that did not work (it did not correctly screw into place) so I now have just a gap and the metal cover.
I would much prefer crooked teeth and would recommend them only as a last result for missing teeth, mine caused pain and nerve damage.
Braces are a much better and far less drastic option, I’m sure they will fix the crooked teeth!
good luck

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4 Responses to “Are dental implants for missing teeth only?”

  1. You’re much better off keeping your own teeth. Implants are better for just replacing missing teeth. Implants are a long process. Get braces if you want you’re teeth straight and keep them very clean…good luck!
    References :
    Dental Hygienist

  2. I think they can but…
    They are very expensive and I had one for a missing tooth that did not work (it did not correctly screw into place) so I now have just a gap and the metal cover.
    I would much prefer crooked teeth and would recommend them only as a last result for missing teeth, mine caused pain and nerve damage.
    Braces are a much better and far less drastic option, I’m sure they will fix the crooked teeth!
    good luck
    References :

  3. Crooked teeth can be taken care by braces. There is not need for implants. Implants are fitted when the teeth are missing or teeth has to be taken out to fit it. But as you are getting braces, you should not worry about crooked teeth. Braces treatment is meant for that only. For more information on this you can read the following very informative article from a dental website
    http://www.identalhub.com/ArticleSubCategories.aspx?ArticleCategoryId=21&Name=Braces
    You also use their free dental consultation service for answers from dentist

    References :
    http://www.identalhub.com

  4. They can replace all the teeth in your mouth but it is a really painful and expensive process, and it is only done when there is irreparable damage.

    In comparison, braces will hurt a lot less.

    If the subject interests you, you can learn more here:http://the-dental-makeover.com/teeth-implants-the-answer-to-a-great-smile/
    References :
    Personal experience

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