Dental implants aren’t just about missing a tooth… they’re about timing ⏳ If you place an implant too early—before growth is fully complete (often early 20s or later)—that implant can end up looking “sunken” over time as the surrounding bone and teeth continue to change. 🚫 Implants don’t grow 🚫 Implants don’t move with your smile ✅ Timing = long-term esthetics + function The goal isn’t just to replace a tooth today… it’s to make sure it still looks perfect 10–20 years from now. Patience here pays off BIG. #dentist #cleveland #dentalimplants #missingteeth