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 What is a dental implant? 2 Stage Method A dental implant can be thought of as an artificial tooth root that is submerged into the jawbone. When dental work such as a crown, fixed bridge, or a full set of dentures is added, one or more missing teeth can be replaced. A dental implant is fabricated from Titanium, a very strong material that is fully compatible with your body and is placed in a simple clinical procedure which generally is no more inconvenient than a tooth extraction. After an initial healing period during which the implant is buried in bone and left undisturbed under gum tissue, it is uncovered and connected to a small metal post that secures and supports the artificial teeth. What makes dental implants the treatment of choice? Dental implants are like a third set of teeth. They feel much more natural and secure than traditional removable denture plates, especially if these are loose-fitting because of extensive bone loss. If several adjacent teeth are missing, a fixed bridge may be attached to dental implants as an alternative to a removable partial denture plate. Dental implants allow for the replacement of a missing tooth without having to modify adjacent teeth. Your dentist will be happy to discuss alternatives for restoring your dental function with you. The implant is usually placed in two steps: In the first stage, the implant root component is inserted into the bone site.  This surgery generally takes about 30 minutes to complete. After 4 days the stitches are removed and the buried implant is allowed to heal for about three to six months. During this time, bone grows onto the implant surface and secures it. The second stage is very simple and lasts only about 20 minutes. During this stage the buried, secure implant is uncovered using a small incision in the gum tissue. A post is attached to the implant until the final prosthesis is complete which can take as little as 1 week.  There is minimal discomfort associated with both steps, certainly no more than having a tooth extracted, and usually less. Your dentist can prescribe medication to easily relieve this. In no time, your new prosthesis will be in place and you can begin to enjoy the improved appearance, dental function, and quality of life provided by the dental implant treatment. What choices are possible with the implant system? * One implant with a crown can replace a single missing tooth * Implants and prosthetic components can be used to support a fixed bridge, to replace any number of missing teeth, by either connecting to other implants or adjacent teeth. * A removable full denture in either the upper or lower jaw can be supported by both implants and gum tissue. * Jaws missing all of the teeth can be restored with complete fixed bridges. Who can have a dental implant? There are very few medical reasons why you may not be a candidate for having implant treatment and your dentist will discuss these with you if necessary. The major limiting factor in determining whether you can have an implant to replace your missing tooth is whether there is sufficient bone remaining to accept the implant. An estimate of the bone quality can be determined with special x-ray examinations. Because our implants are the shortest implants available, they can be used in sites where some other implant designs cannot. How long will my implants last? Studies suggest your implants will have a long life once they have been integrated with bone, however, each patient is different and it is impossible to predict dental implant life with any certainty. Factors thought to affect how long implants will last are your overall health, nutrition, oral hygiene and whether you smoke. |
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