Dental Implants

An prosthetic tooth root called a dental implant is placed in the jawbone surgically. A false tooth is secured in place with dental implants. Implants work similarly to a natural tooth root in this way.

The word "implant" is sometimes used to refer to the entire replacement tooth, but it truly only describes the portion that is put into the bone. In a moment, we'll go through each element in detail.

When a patient has lost one or more teeth due to an accident, implants may be utilized to restore their smile. Additionally, several medical problems can leave you with tooth loss. Others decide to get implants merely for aesthetic benefits.

As a result, artificial teeth mimic natural teeth in terms of appearance, feel, and functionality.

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Who is eligible for dental implants?
A patient should have robust, healthy gums and a jawbone that can support the new root in order to be a good candidate for an implant.

Patients who have gum disease or bone loss as a result of a tooth abscess may not be candidates for implant surgery because they run the risk of having loose implants or implants that protrude through the gums and need to be removed.

However, it is frequently possible to do a bone graft to fortify the jawbone prior to implant placement.

Mini dental implants are an option for people who are unable to receive traditional implants. These have a root that is approximately the width of a toothpick and are structurally identical to their larger relatives. Less bone is required to hold them in place as a result.

Even if you have osteoporosis, micro dental implants may still be an option if you have been informed you cannot receive implants due to jawbone loss or because your bone density is too low. Check out our article on dental implants and osteoporosis. Additionally, you can read more about dental implants and bone loss.

Mini dental implants have the additional advantage of typically being installed in a single appointment, eliminating the need to wait three to six months for the implant to heal.

To discover more about your alternatives, you can also read about obtaining implants despite receding gums.

dental implants and tooth restoration types
Dental implants come in two different categories.

The endosteal implant is the first. These hold one or more artificial teeth in place using abutments and are placed directly into the jawbone. They have a tapered or cylindrical appearance and resemble tiny screws.

The subperiosteal implant is the alternative. This implant has a metal base that is positioned above or on the jawbone but beneath the gum tissue.

Similar to natural teeth, prosthetic teeth are attached to supports that stick out from the gums. Although less frequent, this kind is an option for patients whose shallow jawbone cannot sustain endosteal implants.

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