Dental Implants – A good option for replacement of missing Tooth ?
Dental Implants: A Permanent Solution for Your Smile
A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the jaw or skull bone to support various dental prostheses, such as crowns, bridges, dentures, or orthodontic anchors. These implants rely on the process of osseointegration, where materials like titanium form a strong bond with bone. Here’s what you need to know:
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Better S.E.L.F. – Speak better, Eat better, Look better, Feel better
- Improved self-esteem and increased quality of life
- No need to trim adjacent teeth for conventional bridges
- Improved speech compared to dentures
- Enhanced comfort relative to removable dentures
- Prevent further tooth and bone loss
- Improved and youthful, natural appearance
- Enhanced oral hygiene
- Durability – implants last a long time
- No worries about slipping or clicking dentures
Types of Dental Implants
There are two basic types of dental implants:
- Conventional Implants: Suitable for most cases, these implants are done in two stages, typically over 3 to 6 months. They can be used in various bone conditions.
- Immediate Implants: Also known as one day or same day implants, these are placed shortly after teeth extraction. Crown, bridge, or dentures may or may not be placed during the same visit, based on jawbone conditions.
- Immediate Loaded Implants: These involve placing permanent or temporary restorations during the same trip when implant posts are embedded in the jaws. Recommended for cases with good jawbone conditions.
Dental Implants Restoration Types
Restoration types depend on the number of missing teeth:
- Single Tooth Missing: Comprising an implant post, an abutment, and a prosthetic crown, this is a permanent solution to replace a single missing tooth.
- Multiple Teeth Missing: For multiple missing teeth in different parts of the mouth, several single tooth implants or implant-fixed bridges are excellent replacement options.
