Dental implants are widely considered to be the premier form of tooth replacement available today because they bring back the entire tooth from root to crown, can last decades, and blend perfectly with natural teeth. But something that causes concern for many patients is the fact that they are made of metal, more specifically titanium. While lasting for a long time is great…won’t that metal in your mouth eventually rust?
This makes sense on the surface, but if you find yourself reconsidering implants because of this risk, keep reading to learn why you shouldn’t give it another thought.
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