Dental Implants
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a titanium post (like a tooth root) that is surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line that allows your dentist to mount replacement teeth or bridge into that area. An implant doesn’t come loose like a denture can. Dental implants also benefit general oral health because they do not have to be anchored to other teeth, like bridges.
Modern dental implants have been used successfully for over 30 years. They are the strongest devices available to support replacement teeth – and even better, they allow these new teeth to feel, look and function naturally.
When performed by a trained and experienced dental implant dentist, dental implant surgery is one of the safest and most predictable procedures in dentistry.
PROCEDURE
No two patients or their customized dental implants treatments are exactly alike, so the cost – as well as the number of appointments required and procedures performed – will vary depending on your particular needs. We provide a wide array of dental implants to cater to everyone’s budget.
For the best results, it is important that you choose a dental implant expert who has the proper education, training and competence in implant dentistry.
Total treatment time depends on your needs, medical and dental condition. It can be as short as a few months, or more than a year for more complex conditions.After completing the necessary diagnostics, our Doctors will provide you with a treatment plan including the estimated amount of time to complete the process
Dental implants, have been used for almost half a century, are safe and effective. Choosing a well-trained implant dentist will help eliminate complications and ensure skilful handling of any problems, should they arise. It is important that you reveal to us your complete health history and any habits which could affect the success of your implants, such as smoking, so that you are fully informed about the benefits and risks involved.
With the advancement in technology and in sedation techniques,most people don’t feel any discomfort. Often, they return to work and daily activities the next day. While there may be some discomfort and bruising, this typically lasts only a short time.
What happens next?
After your implants have been placed, the bone in your jaw needs to grow onto them and fuse to them. This usually takes a few months.
If you are having one, two or three teeth replaced, you may have a temporary denture in the meantime. If you already have full dentures, you can keep wearing these while your implants are healing. Your dentures will need altering, to fit properly after the surgery, and a ‘healing cap’ will usually be placed onto the implant site to protect it.
No. But aftercare is important to have a long-lasting, successful implant. Cleaning the teeth attached to implants is similar to cleaning natural teeth. However, there may be areas that are difficult to reach and you’ll be shown how to clean them.
