Dentist revealed the unpleasant truth about dental implants

Even the most advanced dental implants cannot fully replace a natural tooth. Implant surgeon Nikolai Geraskov revealed the fundamental differences between an artificial structure and what nature has given us.

As reported by TUT.AZ with reference to RIA Novosti, a natural human tooth is an extremely complex living system, inextricably linked to the surrounding tissues and bone structure. The Russian specialist drew particular attention to the periodontium — a unique ligament apparatus located between the tooth root and the bone. It serves as a natural shock absorber: distributing the load during chewing and transmitting signals to the body about the force of pressure.

An implant, however, works on an entirely different principle, the expert explained. After installation, it firmly fuses with the bone tissue and becomes a reliable support for a prosthesis, yet it simply has no equivalent of the periodontium. As a result, an artificial root cannot respond to chewing loads as flexibly as a natural tooth.

At the same time, the doctor emphasized that modern implants successfully restore chewing function, are highly durable, and allow patients to lead a full life. However, even the highest-quality structures are not yet able to replicate all the biological characteristics of a natural tooth and its subtle interaction with the body.