Why Should I Get A Dental Implant Treatment?
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Why Should I Get A Dental Implant Treatment?

Jun 01, 2021

If you’re missing a tooth or two, that’s one reason good enough to get an implant. Of course, it’s not your only option. Dentures are more affordable but they also tend to be inconvenient. Some people report altered taste sensations after using dentures for some time. Bridges are a more viable option than dentures. However, they depend on neighboring teeth for support, and this may not always be available. With implants, these limitations are eliminated and there’s more. Read on to understand more about dental implants.

A dental implant is a surgical fixture, usually titanium that is placed into the jawbone and allowed to fuse with the bone. The implant is put there to serve as support for the replacement tooth. You can understand why dental implants are stable. They are fixed into the bone and given some time for the bone to heal around them, a setting almost similar to the natural tooth root. This process is called osseointegration.

Who Is Eligible For A Dental Implant?

Dental implants are not suitable for everyone. Factors that are considered before installing a dental implant include the quantity and quality of the jawbone where the dental implant will be placed. Of course, this makes a lot of sense since the implants have to be placed into the jawbone for fusion. Inadequate jawbone quantity and quality will translate to poor stability of the implants. In some cases, bone grafting is done to reinforce the jawbone.

This assessment is done by a dental surgeon who determines if a patient is suitable for the implant. Dental implants cost is another factor that is considered. Being the most viable option for tooth replacement, they are also the most expensive.

It should interest you to know that dental implants are useful for reasons other than teeth replacement. They are used to support a removable denture and provide a more secure fit. Orthodontists use dental mini-implants can act as temporary anchorage devices (TAD) to help move teeth to desired positions. These are removed as soon as they have performed their function.

What Can You Expect During A Dental Implant Surgery?

Part of the surgeon’s initial assessment is to look at dental imaging studies (X-rays, CT scans, and others). This helps them determine the quality of the jawbone at the site where the implant is to be fixed. During the whole process, you will be given suitable anesthesia.

The first step is to extract the tooth at the site of implantation. This is because most times the site of the implant has an existing damaged tooth present. The next stage is bone grafting which is done more often than not. This is done when the existing jawbone is not strong enough to support the implant. After a bone graft, you have to heal for months. Once this process is completed, the implant is placed into the bone with a special drill. The implant is covered and the area is allowed to heal for some time. You can get a temporary denture to cover for this healing period which can last anywhere from two to six months.

The process of osseointegration takes place during this period. You will have follow-up appointments to assess the surgical site are done to ensure that the site is not infected and healing is progressing well. After the implant heals well, a prosthetic component is connected to the dental implant via a screw. This is called an abutment and it helps to hold the replacement tooth or crown. An impression of the abutment is then taken and this is used to make the crown. The crown is secured with a screw to the abutment.

Dental Implants Aftercare

After the procedure is complete, you will have routine maintenance care at home and follow-up visits at the dentist. Do well to follow the instructions given by your dentist. Most importantly, brush and floss regularly.

There are some dental implant risks you should know. Peri-implantitis is one of them. This refers to the inflammation of the gum and bone surrounding an implant. Reach out to your dentist if you experience any unusual symptoms.

  Click to listen highlighted text! Why Should I Get A Dental Implant Treatment? Jun 01, 2021 If you’re missing a tooth or two, that’s one reason good enough to get an implant. Of course, it’s not your only option. Dentures are more affordable but they also tend to be inconvenient. Some people report altered taste sensations after using dentures for some time. Bridges are a more viable option than dentures. However, they depend on neighboring teeth for support, and this may not always be available. With implants, these limitations are eliminated and there’s more. Read on to understand more about dental implants. A dental implant is a surgical fixture, usually titanium that is placed into the jawbone and allowed to fuse with the bone. The implant is put there to serve as support for the replacement tooth. You can understand why dental implants are stable. They are fixed into the bone and given some time for the bone to heal around them, a setting almost similar to the natural tooth root. This process is called osseointegration. Who Is Eligible For A Dental Implant? Dental implants are not suitable for everyone. Factors that are considered before installing a dental implant include the quantity and quality of the jawbone where the dental implant will be placed. Of course, this makes a lot of sense since the implants have to be placed into the jawbone for fusion. Inadequate jawbone quantity and quality will translate to poor stability of the implants. In some cases, bone grafting is done to reinforce the jawbone. This assessment is done by a dental surgeon who determines if a patient is suitable for the implant. Dental implants cost is another factor that is considered. Being the most viable option for tooth replacement, they are also the most expensive. It should interest you to know that dental implants are useful for reasons other than teeth replacement. They are used to support a removable denture and provide a more secure fit. Orthodontists use dental mini-implants can act as temporary anchorage devices (TAD) to help move teeth to desired positions. These are removed as soon as they have performed their function. What Can You Expect During A Dental Implant Surgery? Part of the surgeon’s initial assessment is to look at dental imaging studies (X-rays, CT scans, and others). This helps them determine the quality of the jawbone at the site where the implant is to be fixed. During the whole process, you will be given suitable anesthesia. The first step is to extract the tooth at the site of implantation. This is because most times the site of the implant has an existing damaged tooth present. The next stage is bone grafting which is done more often than not. This is done when the existing jawbone is not strong enough to support the implant. After a bone graft, you have to heal for months. Once this process is completed, the implant is placed into the bone with a special drill. The implant is covered and the area is allowed to heal for some time. You can get a temporary denture to cover for this healing period which can last anywhere from two to six months. The process of osseointegration takes place during this period. You will have follow-up appointments to assess the surgical site are done to ensure that the site is not infected and healing is progressing well. After the implant heals well, a prosthetic component is connected to the dental implant via a screw. This is called an abutment and it helps to hold the replacement tooth or crown. An impression of the abutment is then taken and this is used to make the crown. The crown is secured with a screw to the abutment. Dental Implants Aftercare After the procedure is complete, you will have routine maintenance care at home and follow-up visits at the dentist. Do well to follow the instructions given by your dentist. Most importantly, brush and floss regularly. There are some dental implant risks you should know. Peri-implantitis is one of them. This refers to the inflammation of the gum and bone surrounding an implant. Reach out to your dentist if you experience any unusual symptoms.

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