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What Are Dental Implants?A dental implant is a titanium post designed to replace missing teeth. The post is surgically placed into the jawbone where the tooth is missing, and provides a more permanent solution. 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. Implants are surgically placed below the gums, and fuse to the jawbone in a process called osseointegration. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural, and many people find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes. Candidates for dental implants must have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. Reasons for Dental Implants
What does a dental implant involve?Implant Site Preparation The gum tissue is opened to expose the bone area where the implant will be placed. In situations where there is insufficient bone structure, bone grafting may be a recommended procedure. Once healthy bone has been established, a special drill is used to prepare the bone to receive the implant. Placing the Implant After the bone has been prepared, the implant is placed and the tissue is sutured. After 10-14 days the sutures are removed. The healing process usually takes three to four months. This is the amount of time it usually takes the implant to osseointegrate into bone of the jaw. Attaching the Post When the gum tissue is ready, a special post is attached to the implant by your general dentist; it is the support for the new implant crown. Today's technologies often include different kinds of abutments attached to the implant post, to assure that the new implant crown possesses translucency properties similar to a natural tooth. Placing the Crown After impressions are taken by your general dentist, a crown is made and shaded to match your existing teeth. The crown is then slipped over the post and cemented. This final prosthetic crown appears as a natural tooth. There is a high rate of failure of implants in patients who smoke, so dental implants tend to not be an option for patients who are moderate to heavy smokers. We will help you determine whether dental implants will be a good tooth replacement option for you. Proper brushing and flossing will maximize the longevity of your new dental implant. Call us at (513) 445-4282 to schedule your consultation about dental implants. |
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