Crowns and conventional bridges or dentures may not be your only options when replacing missing teeth. For some people, dental implants offer a smile that looks and feels very natural. Surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments, implants fuse to the jawbone and serve as a base for individual replacement teeth, bridges or a denture.
Implants offer stability because they fuse to your bone. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural and some people also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes.
Candidates for dental implants need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation by your dentist will help determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants.
In its most basic form the placement of an implant requires a preparation into the bone using a precision drill with highly regulated speed to prevent burning or pressure necrosis of the bone. After a variable amount of time to allow the bone to grow onto the surface of the implant, a crown, bridge and overdentures can be placed on the implant/s. The amount of time required to place an implant will vary depending on the experience of the practitioner and difficulty of the individual situation, but the procedure typically takes 10 to 30 minutes per implant
2-Stage surgery is sometime chosen when a concurrent bone graft is placed or surgery on the mucosa may be required for esthetic reasons. Some implants are one piece so that no healing abutment is required.
Implants are a safe, highly effective, and comfortable way to replace your missing teeth. The benefits of implants include: No further bone loss, no decay, no change to healthy teeth, improved chewing function, less gum problems, and better appearance.
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Conventional implants
MDL (mini drive-lock) implants
Implants used in conjunction with dentures (OVERDENTURES)
Fixed bridge supported by dental implants