Implants are artificial replacements for missing teeththat look natural with porcelain. Implants are a better alternative to dentures which cancause gum disease and bone loss. Dentalbridges are another option to implants. These require that adjacent teeth becovered with crowns.
Patients who are looking for a natural-looking solutionto missing teeth, enhanced facial features and a more even bite will finddental implant surgery a better option. A team of experienced and trained dental professionals willdetermine the design and requirements for implant designs on a case by casebasis. Implant surgery is designed toplace an artificial tooth in the exact location of the patient's missing teeth. Implants can be completed in multiple appointments and maytake six months to several decades. Implantsurgery is performed on healthy patients. Beforerecommending any implant procedure, dentists thoroughly assess and evaluate thesuccess rate of patients who are smokers, diabetics, or have chronicconditions.
Once the patient is diagnosed, a treatment plan iscreated and the tooth root implant (a small piece of titanium) is placed intothe socket of the missing tooth. Because the jawbone grows, it can secure the tooth root implantin place exactly like a natural tooth root. The connector post attaches to the root post, holding theporcelain crown in place. Local anesthesiais used to reduce pain during the surgery.
Implanted teeth are more successful when patients havegood oral hygiene. Dentalimplants can last a lifetime if taken care of and maintained properly.
