{"id":181,"date":"2015-12-22T10:44:07","date_gmt":"2015-12-22T10:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/?p=181"},"modified":"2026-08-15T07:31:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T07:31:16","slug":"dental-implants-west-monroe-la","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/dental-implants-west-monroe-la\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants in West Monroe LA: Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-182\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000021825944_Small-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"dental implants west monroe la\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000021825944_Small-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/iStock_000021825944_Small.jpg 566w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>Anyone who has had to live with an ill-fitting denture will tell you that it\u2019s highly uncomfortable, not to mention stressful. Will it slip out when you\u2019re not expecting? Will you be able to eat a meal without your denture moving around? It\u2019s a common problem, but one that\u2019s eliminated when your denture or other tooth replacement is secured by dental implants in West Monroe LA. In fact, dental implants are by far the best option for restoring your missing teeth; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. King Scott<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is in today with more information about this secure replacement option!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Implants Give West Monroe Its Smiles Back<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Scott has helped numerous patients complete their smiles with dental implants. They\u2019re a reliable option that won\u2019t ever slip or slide around &#8212; and that\u2019s a guarantee.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Dental Implants Work<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental implants are small, titanium posts that are securely anchored in the sockets left by missing teeth. A process known as osseointegration keeps them super stable in the jawbone &#8212; it occurs over a period of about six months, during which the bone and titanium fuse into one solid unit. After osseointegration has taken place, the dental implants are ready to receive the new tooth replacement &#8212; usually a crown or dentures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Dental Implants Are Better for Dentures<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you choose dentures for your tooth replacement, they can be supported by dental implants, or not. But when dental implants are a viable option for the patient, Dr. Scott will always recommend implant-supported dentures. That\u2019s because dental implants provide the stimulation the jawbone needs to stay healthy and whole, preventing degeneration and maintaining excellent oral health. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further benefits of dental implants include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restored ability to eat, speak and smile free from the discomfort of ill-fitting device<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good oral health prevents jawbone disintegration and further tooth loss later on<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You never have to bother with messy denture adhesives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore the volume of your face and youthful appearance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When cared for properly, dental implants can be expected to last the wearer\u2019s lifetime<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good Candidates for Dental Implants<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you want to find out whether or not dental implants are a good option for you, don\u2019t hesitate to contact Dr. Scott\u2019s office to schedule your appointment. In your initial consultation, we\u2019ll check for the following two conditions. <\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sufficient bone density. Sometimes, missing teeth have already resulted in too much bone loss and there is not enough supporting structure for the dental implants. When that is the case, Dr. Scott may recommend a bone graft to help prepare your mouth for dental implants.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good oral and overall health. Patients who suffer from gum disease may need to undergo treatment before dental implants are a possibility. Additionally, diabetic patients may find that dental implants are not an option, as the condition can prevent proper healing following the implantation procedure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/contact-us.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to reserve your consultation with Dr. King Scott! Our office is located in West Monroe and we are proud to serve patients from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drkingscott.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monroe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Ruston, Rayville, Farmerville, Columbia, South Arkansas and greater North Louisiana. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Anyone who has had to live with an ill-fitting denture will tell you that it\u2019s highly uncomfortable, not to mention stressful. Will it slip out when you\u2019re not expecting? 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