Dental implants are amazing prosthetic devices that can replace lost teeth with beautiful and lifelike restorations that may last for decades if they receive excellent care, but they can only do that if they heal properly after being surgically placed. Vitamin D is an especially important nutrient when healing after dental implant surgery, and failing to get enough of it can prevent your devices from integrating with your jaw properly. Here’s a brief guide to why vitamin D is important and how you can get more of it.
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