Dental implants have allowed millions of people to achieve a complete and beautiful smile after tooth loss. One of these prosthetic appliances consists of a titanium post, a lifelike dental crown, and an abutment piece connecting them, and they are the ideal form of tooth replacement because they look, work, and feel just like the real thing. While dentists recommend replacing lost teeth as soon as possible, certain medical conditions can make it better to wait before receiving implants. Here’s why it might be best to delay getting implants if you are currently pregnant.
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