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Dental implants are artificial roots which support and retain prosthetic teeth. They are the most consistent and lasting way to replace missing teeth. Dental implants have been used in dentistry for decades with great results.
There are various protocols used for implant dentistry. These are the most common and the methods we use at Smile Dental Zone & Implant Center.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a common and permanent way to improve the stability of your mouth. Whether you wear removable dentures or have missing teeth, dental implants can provide you with a long-term, stable, and strong smile. Their impressive quality and durability has made them popular in the field of dentistry.
Losing natural teeth can slowly weaken your natural jawbone and your ability to chew. Additionally, it can negatively impact the way your face and smile look. If you’re searching for a smile-saver, dental implants may be your answer.
What Do They Do?
The main goal of dental implants is to replace your teeth with new ones. Unlike dentures and bridges, dental implants do not need to be replaced as they are designed to last a lifetime.
Dental implants are typically made of a metal that fuses with your jawbone, otherwise known as titanium. They are bonded to your jawbone and are extremely strong. Implants will function and look just like your natural teeth; however, they will help prevent bone loss in your jaw.
Dental implants will also:
⦁ Provide a permanent anchor for any replacement teeth
⦁ Help maintain bone density
⦁ Improve stability of your mouth
⦁ Enhance and secure partial/full dentures
⦁ Save you bone structure
Why Should You Get Them?
It is common to believe that the best part about dental implants is the aesthetic appeal they will have on your smile. It is true that dental implants are the perfect way to improve your teeth without making any dramatic changes. In fact, we can almost guarantee that no one will be able to notice that you got them.
Although replacing missing teeth may seem to be a mere cosmetic procedure, we can assure you that there are many other benefits that come with dental implants. For instance, tooth replacement is a great reason to choose a dental implants procedure, but it isn’t the only one. Did you know that preserving the health of your jawbone can be done by having dental implants?
Choosing to leave a gap in your mouth can result in painful and severe oral problems. Each tooth plays a significant role in a patient’s dental health, meaning that it is important to have a full set.
Not only can missing teeth make it hard to chew and bite, but it can also harm your jaw and change the look of your face. Your underlying jawbone can diminish due to missing teeth, which will cause adjacent teeth to shift. This results in larger gaps, making it hard to floss and brush that area of your mouth.
Failing to clean areas of your mouth can lead to gum disease and additional tooth loss. In order to maintain it’s density and form, the bone structure underneath your gums needs constant stimulation. While there are many other tooth replacement options, such as dentures and bridges, dental implants are the only procedure that offers bone stimulation.
Unfortunately, none of the other tooth replacement options, namely bridges and dentures, offer bone stimulation. So, your bone tissue will continue to wear away, distorting your facial structure and smile.
Who Is A Good Candidate For Dental Implants? Do dental implants sound appealing to you?
Dental implants are an ideal treatment for patients with missing teeth. However, not everyone is eligible for the procedure. In order to determine whether or not this surgery is the best option for you, book an appointment with our clinic for an oral exam.
One-Stage Dental Implants
This method is highly successful if used on the right type of case. This method depends on finding ideal conditions after a thorough diagnostic. One stage dental implants tend to be most successful on front teeth(healing period 3-4months). Additionally, they are great for totally edentulous jaws which can take four to six implants and be restored immediately.
Two-Stage Dental Implants
This is the most common implant method used at Smile Dental Zone. Due to the healing period between the first and second stage, the body is able to create a strong junction between the titanium dental implants and the bone structure, resulting in a longer-lasting restoration. The two stages are usually completed in a four to six month time period.
We use only the finest materials available. That's why we offer a lifetime guarantee on all of our implants!
What Are Mini Dental Implants?
When looking at the options available for replacing a missing tooth or a severely damaged tooth there is no doubt that dental implants are the best solution. Not only do dental implants look like a real tooth, they also feel and function as closely to a natural tooth as possible. This is a result of having the implant rooted and fused into the jawbone just like a natural tooth, something that is not accomplished with other tooth replacement options like dentures or bridges.
Although it is well known that dental implants are the “gold standard” when it comes to tooth replacement options, unfortunately traditional dental implants are not always a feasible option for everyone.
Why You Might Need A Sinus Lift Prior To Getting Dental Implants :
Getting dental implants is currently the best tooth replacement option available. Not only does the dental implant mimic the natural tooth that was lost giving the patient full functionality of their new tooth, the implant is also lodged directly into the jawbone of the patient’s mouth making it much more secure and durable than other tooth replacement options.
In order for the dental implant to be successful, however, one critical factor that must be present is a strong enough jawbone in terms of width, height and overall density. If the jawbone is not strong enough to support a dental implant, there will be a high chance of implant failure causing further complications in the future.
Ensuring that the jawbone is large enough will be an important part of the consultation phase, especially for patients needing a dental implant to replace molars or premolars in the upper jaw. Since the sinus cavity is directly above the back part of the upper jaw, often times patients do not have a thick enough jawbone here to receive dental implants.
What Is Bone Grafting & What Does It Have To Do With Dental Implants:
Any time that a tooth is removed, regardless of the reason, the jawbone in that region of the mouth begins to slowly deteriorate. One of the best ways to stop the deterioration of the jawbone when a tooth is missing is to place a dental implant into the jawbone, effectively replacing the missing tooth.
The deterioration of the jawbone will vary from patient to patient, but in any case, it will be best to get the proper treatment as soon as possible after a tooth is lost. If you wait too long to replace a missing tooth with a dental implant, chances are that the jawbone in that region will become so thin that it will become impossible to securely place a dental implant there.
Benefits Of Dental Implant Overdentures:
For many years people missing multiple teeth had limited options when it came to replacing these missing teeth. Receiving individual dental implants on multiple teeth was too costly and time consuming so the most affordable and popular option has long been to get dentures. This was unfortunately not a suitable solution for many people.
There are several problems that arise from having traditional dentures such as having them fall out easily, not being able to chew or speak properly and having the jawbone deteriorate from a lack of occlusal forces on the jawbone. These are just some of the drawbacks associated with having dentures as a tooth replacement method.
Losing one or more teeth as an adult can cause many subsequent problems such as loss of jawbone density and difficulty speaking or chewing. As a result, most adults that lose one or more teeth end up getting some sort of tooth replacement mechanism to avoid having these problems.
Currently the most prominent tooth replacement options available include dental implants, dentures and dental bridges, all of which have provided great results for replacing missing or damaged teeth over the past few decades.
Dental Implant Risk Factors:
Similar to other surgical procedures, there are several factors that can potentially cause complications or complete failure of dental implants. Some of these factors are due to a malfunction of the materials and procedures used while others are a result of the patients general health and hygiene.
Although it is very unlikely to have complications arise after receiving dental implants, with approximately 98% of patients having no complications at all, it is still a slight possibility that anyone planning to get dental implants should be aware of.
In this article we will explain certain risk factors that should be considered and address some of the things that can go wrong with dental Osseointegration In Dental Implants
Ever wonder why dental implants are so much more effective than traditional tooth replacement options?
The main reason for this is due to a phenomenon known as osseointegration which is the structural connection that forms between your natural jawbone and the titanium implant. When compared to traditional tooth replacement options that aren’t connected directly to your jawbone, dental implants are far superior since they mimic the strength and functionality of a natural tooth.
Dental Implant Process:
Dental implants are by far the best option for replacing missing or severely damaged teeth. As opposed to traditional tooth replacement options, dental implants are placed directly into your jawbone giving them the same strength and functionality that you would get from your natural teeth.
Once any necessary preliminary procedures are finished, the dental implant procedure can be completed in one visit to the dentist, but in most cases, and for the best results, it will require 3 visits over a period of several months. Here we have put together a detailed explanation of what will happen at each stage of the dental implants procedure so that you know what to expect .
What Are Dental Implants?
When it comes to replacing missing or damaged teeth the best solution available is to receive a dental implant. Dental implants, as opposed to other methods of replacing missing teeth, are implanted directly into the jawbone, creating an artificial root which is intended to be as strong and stable as a natural tooth root. This implanted root is most commonly made with titanium and surgically placed into the jawbone. Within 3 to 6 months the titanium root becomes osseointegrated with the jawbone. Only when this happens is the implant procedure complete and ready to be fitted with a prosthetic tooth (crown) for a natural look and feel like none other.
The term dental implant technically only refers to the implanted titanium post aspect of the operation. These implants can be used to support an individual crown, or a prosthetic bridge which has several artificial teeth on it to replace more than one damaged tooth. For example, as little as 4 implants can be used to replace an entire arch of missing teeth by attaching a permanent denture to 4 titanium posts that are implanted into the jawbone.
Preliminary Procedures For Dental Implants:
In order to receive dental implants, it is necessary to undergo some preliminary procedures. At the very least, a consultation will be required between the patient and dentist to determine the patients oral health.
If the dentist determines that the dental implants can be placed successfully without any future complications, the dental implant surgery can be scheduled right away. If, however, the dentist determines that some other procedures may be necessary to make room for the implants, or to strengthen the surrounding bone structure, some more complicated preliminary procedures will be required.
To get an understanding of what is required prior to receiving dental implants, continue reading below so that there are no surprises.
Dental Implants vs Traditional Tooth Replacement Options:
Losing a tooth or, even worse, several teeth, can be quite a distressing experience. Not only will it ruin your smile and possibly self-confidence, it can also have other negative side effects to your remaining teeth, gums and jawbone if it is not properly fixed within a reasonable amount of time. For example, some of the common side effects from not replacing missing teeth include:
1.) Shifting of remaining teeth
2.) Higher chance of tooth decay in remaining teeth
3.) Increased risk of periodontal diseases
4.)Difficulty chewing and speaking
5.) Deterioration of the jawbone
6.) Considering all of the negative side effects that can come from losing teeth, it is important to replace them as soon as possible. When it comes to replacing teeth there are several restoration options available including dental implants, dentures and dental bridges.
So, which of these options is the best tooth restoration method?
Dental Implant Maintenance
Dental implants are by far the best way to replace missing or damaged teeth to give you that perfect smile you always dreamed of, but to make sure you can keep this smile going for years to come you must take good care of them along with your natural teeth. Receiving dental implants is just the first step in revitalizing your smile.
The main reason for dental implant failure is due to poor maintenance. More specifically, improper flossing and brushing can cause bone and gum tissue surrounding the implant to become infected, resulting in implant failure. In order to properly maintain good oral health after receiving implants you must continue to clean your teeth regularly at home, with special focus on the implanted teeth, and continue to visit your dentist every 6 months for a professional cleaning.
Are Dental Implants Painful:
When undergoing any type of invasive surgical procedure, a common area of concern is how much pain or discomfort will be experienced. Dental implants are no exception to this rule considering that the procedure often involves tooth extraction, cutting & stitching gum tissue, drilling a hole in the jawbone and implanting a titanium screw into the jawbone.
Since the dental implant surgery is performed with general or local anesthesia, the dental implant procedure itself is not painful. Once the surgery is complete and the anesthesia wears off, however, some pain and discomfort is expected for up to 10 days afterward. The pain and discomfort experienced is due to swelling and tenderness around the implant site which will naturally go away with time.
Dental Implants and Crowns:
Implants are used to replace the root of a missing tooth and are made of titanium. They are the most efficient way to prevent the deterioration of your jawbone. During the procedure, implants are usually fitted with a crown so that the implant looks natural and sturdy. Crowns are constructed of either metal, ceramic, resin, or porcelain fused to metal. They are used in the following scenarios:
1.) To hold together a dental bridge
2.) To protect a weak tooth
3.) To cover a discoloured tooth or a misshapen tooth
4.) Crowns are considered a good investment as they are one of the longest lasting solutions of all cosmetic dentistry procedures.
Why Choose Us?
You deserve to have a smile that will have all eyes looking your way. Having a perfect set of teeth may not sound that complicated. After years of experience, we know that dental implants require a mastery of dental materials, precise detail, skilled staff, a high level of knowledge.
We strives to give patients the smile they’ve always dreamed of with effective and natural-looking results.We offer many other dental services and can help you decide which procedure is best for your mouth.
We are dedicated to ensuring that all patients leave happy.
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