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What are dental implants?

Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth. A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jawbone. Once the post is healed, a dental crown is attached to the post. The crown is custom crafted to match your natural teeth.

Who is a good candidate for a dental implant procedure?

An implant is a permanent tooth replacement option, so the ideal candidate is someone who has suffered from tooth loss and is ready to take the necessary steps to alleviate the problem. A dental implant procedure involves the replacement of the tooth’s roots, which are embedded in your jawbone.

There are a few things to keep in mind when determining if you’re a candidate for the procedure. First, your teeth and gums need to be healthy and free from disease. You also need to have adequate bone in your jaw to support an implant.

Benefits of dental implants

Dental implants are a strong, durable, and long-lasting tooth replacement option. They can improve your smile’s appearance, support your jaw bone health, and help you feel better about your smile. Since they function like your real teeth, they restore your ability to bite and chew foods.

Although dental implants are a long-term solution, they still require proper oral care. Be sure to brush and floss your replacement teeth daily. You should also visit your dentist regularly for cleanings and exams.

What happens during dental implant procedure?

During a typical dental implant procedure, your dentist or oral surgeon will:

• Place a small titanium screw in the jaw to serve as an artificial tooth root.

• Place a dental implant post in the implant screw. This implant post will protrude from the gums and will serve as the artificial tooth’s foundation. Titanium fuses with surrounding jawbone tissue through a process called osseointegration, which anchors the dental implant post in the jaw.

• Place a dental crown on top of the implant post. The dental crown is custom-made to blend in with your natural teeth and function like a natural tooth.

Dental implants are an ideal tooth replacement option because they:

Post dental implant procedure care.

After your dental implant procedure, you should brush and floss the dental implant site regularly. This will help keep the area clean and prevent implant failure. Some patients experience minor discomfort or swelling following implant surgery. Over-the-counter pain medications can be used to manage this discomfort.

Are dental implants painful?

There is often some soreness after a procedure, such as getting braces, but it is typically minimal and manageable with the use of over the counter pain medication. With dental implants, however, the restoration process normally causes minimal discomfort. There are often sensitive areas in the mouth that may feel a slight ache when touched, but the procedure itself is pain-free.

What are side effects of dental implants?

Dental implants are surgical tooth replacements that consist of a titanium post that is surgically inserted into the jawbone. Once the dental implant has fused to the jawbone, a dental crown can be attached to the titanium post, replacing the original tooth.

For minor procedures, such as tooth extraction, we offer sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry offers a relaxing experience, and helps with anxiety.

How long do dental implants last?

Dental implants are made of titanium, which is highly biocompatible. This means that the titanium implant will fuse with your jawbone and become a part of your biological structure. Dental implants are meant to last a lifetime, and many patients who have dental implants say that they’ve experienced no negative side effects.

While dental implants are built to last, they are still susceptible to wear-and-tear. The metal components of a dental implant can chip or crack. For this reason, it’s important that patients practice good oral hygiene and refrain from chewing on hard objects (such as ice, pen caps, or fingernails).

Additionally, patients should see their dentist for regular checkups and cleanings, which can help prevent tooth decay and infection.