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Dental implants offer a permanent and natural-looking alternative to traditional dentures and bridges. The implant is a small titanium post (screw) that is surgically placed into your jaw bone where the tooth root was. Once the implant is in place, it encourages your body to fuse bone to it. This creates a solid base for your tooth restoration. Implants are most commonly made of titanium and are a safe, biocompatible material that is well-known for encouraging osseointegration.

Dental implants are a good option for most people who have missing teeth or deteriorating tooth restorations. The general oral health of the patient is a major factor in determining whether they are eligible for a dental implant. Infections can interfere with healing and damage facial bones or teeth. Smoking can also cause complications after surgery and slow down the healing process.

Prior to surgery, it is important that patients follow a strict oral hygiene plan with frequent brushing and flossing and avoid chewing hard foods. It is also recommended that patients visit their dentist every six months for an oral evaluation to make sure their mouth and gums are healthy. Patients who do not maintain an oral hygiene routine are more likely to have long-term issues with their implant, such as Odin House Dental Surgery gum disease. This can cause the implant failure and require surgery to remove.

The treatment planning phase for dental implants includes a series of X-rays to evaluate the amount of bone in the upper and lower jaws and determine if there is enough to support an implant. If not, a bone graft may be necessary. There are a number of different types of bone graft materials available, including bone from another area in your body or a synthetic bone-substitute that can stimulate new bone growth. The type of graft chosen will depend on your individual needs and will be discussed with you during your consultation.

If you have enough bone for an implant, your next step is to book a surgery. During the procedure your oral surgeon will make a cut on your gum to expose your bone. Holes are then drilled into the bone where the implant metal post will be placed. The implant abutment is then attached to the post and the restoration (mostly a crown) is placed over it.

Once the restoration has been placed, the implant abutment won't be visible. If you prefer that it be less noticeable, you can ask us to have the abutment shaped so that it will sit lower in your gum line.

Dental implants are an excellent option to replace a single or multiple missing teeth due to their durability and lifelike appearance. With proper maintenance, an implant will last a lifetime. Please contact our office if you'd like to know more about this treatment. Our team will be happy assist you!