Dental implantation
How can my teeth be beautifully white?
Dental implantation is an artificial replacement of the tooth root. The dental implant is made of titanium, which does not irritate the surrounding tissues and is fully compatible with the bone tissue of the jaw. After the process of osseointegration, that is, implantation into the bone, a denture is installed on the implant, whether it is a crown, a fixed bridge, or a removable prosthesis stabilized by implants.
This is a long-lasting and widely used solution that allows you to eliminate missing teeth in the most natural way or replace a removed tooth.
The implant can be installed by any person with a fully formed jaw, regardless of age, if the patient has enough bone tissue. If this condition is not enough, a bone grafting procedure can be performed in our clinic.
In what cases is it recommended to install a dental implant?
If the removable prosthesis slides and you can't comfortably consume your favorite foods, an implant-stabilized prosthesis may be the perfect solution! There are many options for such a prosthesis, and our specialist will be able to determine the best solution for you after personal consultation and evaluation of CT scan results.
It is also recommended to install a dental implant if only one tooth needs to be replaced, as this avoids turning adjacent teeth and replacing the tooth without damaging them.
Here are some reasons why you should consider replacing missing teeth with implants as soon as possible.:
Adjacent teeth may move towards the missing tooth, which may make chewing more difficult in the future.
If a missing tooth does not recover for a long time and the bone is not stressed, the bone tissue of the jaw may thin out.
During a meal, leftovers can enter the space formed by the missing tooth, which negatively affects neighboring teeth.
Depending on the location of the missing tooth, this can affect diction and speech, and tooth restoration has a positive effect on confidence and self-esteem.
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How does dental implantation work?
Since the goal is to create a natural-looking and functioning tooth or dentition, it is first necessary to plan the position of the implants to be installed.
1) The first step: Consultation and planning
During a personal consultation, you will get to know your doctor, who will make an individual, accurate treatment plan for you. Based on the X-ray, the examination, and your wishes, the doctor will draw up a detailed, personalized treatment plan. For careful implantation planning, 3D CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) must be performed and analyzed in each case.
The treatment plan includes the stages of prosthetics, detailed costs, recovery time intervals between necessary visits, as well as recommendations on the choice of an implant and its location.
2) Second step: Installation of the implant(s)
The insertion of the implant(s) into the jawbone is painless; it is performed under local anesthesia or, optionally, under anesthesia. After surgery, the patient follows the relevant recommendations and instructions, waiting for the end of the recovery period, which is necessary for osseointegration (implantation into bone) and restoration of bone tissue.
If there is not enough bone tissue to install a dental implant, a bone grafting procedure is performed to replace the missing bone. This can be done simultaneously with the implantation, but if significant bone repair is required, a separate surgical operation is performed first.
3) The third step: Making the final tooth or dentition
During the 3-6-month healing period after implantation, the implant fuses with the jawbone. At this time, it is also important to maintain perfect oral hygiene, strictly following the doctor's recommendations.
After the end of the recovery period, a final crown, bridge, or denture is placed on the implants. There are various types of prostheses, ranging from removable dentures stabilized by implants, to full bridges fixed on 8 implants, and prostheses installed using the All-on-4 or All-on-6 technique.
During a personal consultation, a treatment plan will be drawn up that will determine the best solution for you. If possible, our specialist will suggest several alternatives depending on your personal needs and preferences.
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Did you know?
Regular dental checkups are even more important during dental implantation than during other dental procedures!
The big risk of neglecting regular checkups is that any gum infections, periosteum, or bone loss around the implant may go unnoticed.
That is why we strongly recommend that you have a dental check-up at least once a year.