What Exactly Is
Dental Surgery?
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants involve a surgical procedure where a titanium implant is placed into the jawbone, serving as the root of your missing tooth. Once the bone integrates with the implant, we attach a custom-made crown or bridge to restore the missing tooth.
Titanium is biocompatible, meaning the body accepts it naturally, allowing it to become part of your jawbone. This makes implants feel and function like your natural teeth. Unlike removable dentures, implants provide unmatched stability and comfort, eliminating the worry of dentures slipping or causing awkward moments. Dental implants are also considered a long-term solution for tooth replacement.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants?
Dental implants are ideal for individuals with one or more missing teeth, whether due to natural development issues, injury, or dental disease. To qualify, you need healthy gums and sufficient bone to support the implant. The procedure is painless and performed under local anesthesia. Depending on the available space and bone quality, multiple implants can be placed if needed.
In addition to replacing teeth, dental implants can also be used for anchorage during orthodontic treatments.
Our Dental Implant Procedure
- Assessment and Planning
- X-rays and study models are used to determine the exact implant position and ensure adequate bone is present for support.
- Once suitability is confirmed, the procedure is scheduled.
- Implant Placement
- The implant sites are marked, and under local anesthesia, titanium implants are carefully placed into the jawbone using specialized tools.
- A cover screw is placed over the implant, and the gum tissue is sutured back.
- Painkillers and antibiotics are prescribed to manage discomfort and reduce infection risks.
- After the procedure, mild swelling or tenderness may occur, and a soft-food diet is recommended for a few days.
- Healing and Integration
- The healing process, during which the implant fuses with the bone, typically takes 3 to 5 months.
- Abutment and Prosthesis Placement
- Once healing is complete, a second minor procedure is performed to attach a metal post (abutment) to the implant under local anesthesia. This step involves minimal discomfort.
- Impressions of your jaws and abutments are taken to create custom crowns or bridges. These are fabricated in a dental lab to match your natural teeth.
- The prosthesis is then securely attached to the implant, restoring your smile.
Immediate or One-Day Implants
In certain cases, temporary or permanent crowns can be placed immediately or within a few days of implant placement. However, this advanced procedure depends on specific criteria, and not everyone is a candidate. If you qualify, immediate implants can be a fantastic solution.
Don’t Delay Your Dental Health
If you’ve been hesitant about root canal treatment, now is the time to act. Delaying treatment could result in the loss of your tooth, which is irreversible. Book your appointment today and save your natural tooth—it’s worth it!
What Exactly Is
Dental Surgery?
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants involve a surgical procedure where a titanium implant is placed into the jawbone, serving as the root of your missing tooth. Once the bone integrates with the implant, we attach a custom-made crown or bridge to restore the missing tooth.
Titanium is biocompatible, meaning the body accepts it naturally, allowing it to become part of your jawbone. This makes implants feel and function like your natural teeth. Unlike removable dentures, implants provide unmatched stability and comfort, eliminating the worry of dentures slipping or causing awkward moments. Dental implants are also considered a long-term solution for tooth replacement.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants?
Dental implants are ideal for individuals with one or more missing teeth, whether due to natural development issues, injury, or dental disease. To qualify, you need healthy gums and sufficient bone to support the implant. The procedure is painless and performed under local anesthesia. Depending on the available space and bone quality, multiple implants can be placed if needed.
In addition to replacing teeth, dental implants can also be used for anchorage during orthodontic treatments.
Our Dental Implant Procedure
- Assessment and Planning
- X-rays and study models are used to determine the exact implant position and ensure adequate bone is present for support.
- Once suitability is confirmed, the procedure is scheduled.
- Implant Placement
- The implant sites are marked, and under local anesthesia, titanium implants are carefully placed into the jawbone using specialized tools.
- A cover screw is placed over the implant, and the gum tissue is sutured back.
- Painkillers and antibiotics are prescribed to manage discomfort and reduce infection risks.
- After the procedure, mild swelling or tenderness may occur, and a soft-food diet is recommended for a few days.
- Healing and Integration
- The healing process, during which the implant fuses with the bone, typically takes 3 to 5 months.
- Abutment and Prosthesis Placement
- Once healing is complete, a second minor procedure is performed to attach a metal post (abutment) to the implant under local anesthesia. This step involves minimal discomfort.
- Impressions of your jaws and abutments are taken to create custom crowns or bridges. These are fabricated in a dental lab to match your natural teeth.
- The prosthesis is then securely attached to the implant, restoring your smile.
Immediate or One-Day Implants
In certain cases, temporary or permanent crowns can be placed immediately or within a few days of implant placement. However, this advanced procedure depends on specific criteria, and not everyone is a candidate. If you qualify, immediate implants can be a fantastic solution.
Don’t Delay Your Dental Health
If you’ve been hesitant about root canal treatment, now is the time to act. Delaying treatment could result in the loss of your tooth, which is irreversible. Book your appointment today and save your natural tooth—it’s worth it!
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