Dental implants provide a similar feel and function to natural teeth. This benefit significantly affects patients’ quality of life, allowing them to eat, speak and smile confidently. The cost of a solution with such a positive impact on people’s lives can be a pleasant surprise. 

Loss of teeth can lead to oral health problems that negatively affect self-esteem and quality of life. Removable dentures, like some other alternative options, will always feel like additions. These options must be taken care of at all times, always remembering their existence. No one likes to be thinking about their teeth all the time, it’s something intrinsic that is part of us. By opting for dental implants, you not only restore the natural masticatory function and aesthetic appearance, but also promote the health of the mouth in general, avoiding complications such as degradation or absorption of bone tissue.

Dental implants are advanced dental procedures that provide a long-lasting and effective solution to replace missing or damaged teeth, with a very high success rate. 

Designed to last for many years with a good oral hygiene and proper care, implants offer a long-term solution, reducing future costs. The initial investment is compensated by durability and strength, especially when compared to alternatives such as fixed bridges over teeth, removable dentures or composite resin bridges, which require replacement after a few years.

Regaining a complete smile and functional dentition also has a very positive impact on confidence and social interaction. By eliminating concerns about the appearance and functionality of teeth, dental implants help patients regain self-esteem and enjoy a full social life.

The cost of treatment with dental implants can vary considerably depending on several factors, such as the professional experience of the doctor leading the team, the complexity of the case, the number of implants required and the geographical location of the clinic.

The location of the clinic makes operating expenses vary, so in Portugal, with a much lower cost of living than in most European or North American countries, savings can be significant. Outside the major metropolitan areas of Lisbon and Porto, operating costs are also usually lower, which is reflected in the final cost of treatment. 

However, there are other factors to consider when choosing where to have the procedure performed: the quality of the materials used, the number of implants needed and the type of procedure involved can also influence costs. In some cases, there are more advantageous options than the cheapest. Quality materials help prolong the treatment’s life and prevent future complications. It is valuable and worthwhile to look for testimonials from other patients and their assessments of the practitioner, the team and the treatment as a whole. It is important to balance cost with quality, the reputation of the dentist and the clinic to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Considering the benefits provided, as expensive as it may seem, dental implant treatment is not costly but rather a valuable investment in the patient’s quality of life.

Please take a look here at the prices practiced at ALGARVE DENTAL IMPLANTS. 

Please ask us for a consultation to get a customised quote and radically improve your quality of life. 

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