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What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a permanent solution designed to fill the gap left by a missing or extracted tooth, aiming to restore full functionality and a natural appearance to your smile.

Failing to address these gaps can result in adjacent teeth shifting, leading to misalignment and potential further tooth loss over time. Additionally, leaving gaps in your mouth can alter facial contours and compromise muscular support, potentially accelerating the signs of aging.

Opting for high-quality dental implants not only helps to preserve muscular integrity and jawbone density but also facilitates easier dental hygiene maintenance for your remaining natural teeth.

Considerations

Like any surgical procedure, dental implants carry inherent risks. During your consultation, we will discuss these risks and assess your overall health to ensure you’re an ideal candidate for the procedure. Thorough examination of your oral and systemic health helps minimize potential complications throughout your treatment plan.

The Dental Implant Procedure

The initial phase of the surgery involves inserting a titanium dental implant into your jawbone, serving as the artificial root for your new tooth. This implant requires several months to heal and fuse with the jawbone.

Once the implant has integrated with the bone, it is covered by a dental crown. These components, termed the fixture (implant) and restoration (crown), collectively ensure stability, functionality, and an aesthetically pleasing result.

Healing and Recovery

Following dental implant surgery, allowing time for osseointegration—integration of the implant with the jawbone—is crucial. This process typically takes around six months for full completion. Once healed and bonded, the implant serves as a structural foundation for the crown, mimicking the role of a natural tooth root.

Side-effects of a dental implant

    • Swelling
    • Bruising
    • Pain
    • Minor bleeding

    These symptoms can be managed with prescribed medications and antibiotics as recommended by your oral surgeon.

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