Dental Implants

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A dental implant is a specialized procedure performed by a specialist called a prosthodontist who is highly trained to restore or replace teeth with implants, dentures or bridges. An implant is a synthetic tooth that is screwed into the jawbone as a permanent replacement for a lost or removed tooth. Patients who require more than one implant will have work done on several teeth at the same time.

For more substantial tooth loss, patients can consider dentures, All-on-4 or All-on-6 implant options. Your dental professional will review the options with you to help you select the treatment that is best for you.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants have many benefits

To replace missing teeth
An alternative to bridges or dentures
A variety of treatments depending on your needs
All-on-4 or All-on-6 options
Improved self-esteem and an increased quality of life
The solid anchorage of the implant allows increased chewing pressure, in other words eat anything you want
Improves speech as compared to having dentures
Improved comfort relative to removable dentures
Prevents further loss of teeth and bone support
An improved natural appearance
Improvement of your oral health
Dental implants are very durable

Depending on your particular dental needs and the provider you choose, a prosthodontist may complete the treatment in one visit however your situation could require more than one visit over a period of time.

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Types of Dental Implants

The main types of implants.

Conventional implants – used to replace one or multiple missing teeth with a permanent solution and normally done in 2 trips between 2 to 6 months apart. These may be done for most types of bone conditions however any moderate or severe jaw bone loss, may require bone grafting prior to dental implantation.
Immediate implants (one day or same day implants) – these are placed during the same visit that teeth are extracted and are normally recommended only for cases with good jaw bone conditions.
Immediate loaded implants – permanent or temporary crowns, bridges or dentures are placed during the same trip when the implant posts are embedded in jaws and are normally recommended only for cases with good jawbone conditions

The type of dental implants will depend on your specific needs and general dental condition. A panoramic x-ray and/or CT scan is usually required to evaluate the amount of bone and available space because a thorough examination will provide the best diagnosis and options available.

Dental implants Restoration Types

The single tooth implant restoration consists of three parts. The implant post which replaces the tooth root, the abutment which will support the crown and the prosthetic crown itself. The crown is cemented onto the abutment or held in place with a screw. A single tooth implant with crown is one of the best permanent restorations because it looks and functions just like a natural tooth

Multiple teeth missing in different parts of the mouth uses several single tooth implants, however if multiple teeth are missing in the same region, these be replaced with having implant fixed bridges

All teeth missing or in poor condition, there are two basic types of full arch implant reconstruction options:

Fixed Bridges anchored to dental implants. It’s possible to replace a full jaw with dental implants and a fixed bridge resulting in a permanent, stable and high esthetic solution similar to having a new set of teeth.
Implant Supported Dentures allow you to wear full dentures (overdentures) and partial dentures without worrying that they will slip or fall out. For overdentures, implants with screws placed in the jaw will serve as attachments for a metal bar to support a removable denture.

What happens during the implant procedure?

Firstly a local anesthesia is applied so that you do not feel pain and are awake during the treatment. Secondly the prosthodontist drills a small hole into the jaw bone where the missing tooth was. A special implant screw is inserted into the jaw bone and covered with gum, therefore allowing the screw to settle in the mouth and fix to the jawbone. A temporary crown may be fitted over the implant to protect the screw because it needs to heal for two to six months.

For most people, a second visit to the prosthodontist is needed. The temporary crown is removed and a permanent crown is fitted over the implant and cemented in place. The replacement tooth or teeth are fixed in place and are not removable like dentures or bridges.

Recovery Expectations

Following placement of the implants in the jaw, the bone may be sore and the surrounding gums tender and swollen, however patients are able to go about their normal daily activities a day after surgery avoiding any rigorous physical activities.

Care for Dental implants

Dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups:

Brush after eating and before bedtime around the implant using a soft toothbrush
Floss at least once to twice a day
Rinse with fluoride rinse before bed. Swish the fluoride rinse vigorously in your mouth for about one minute. Do not swallow the rinse and do not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes
Be careful chewing toffees, gum, grainy rolls and tough food in the area
See your dentist for regular professional check-ups and cleanings

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