Dental Implants
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are the preferred and most widely used form of tooth replacement in mainstream dentistry. Dental implant is a tooth replacement procedure where the natural tooth form and structure (from root to tooth structure) is replaced using a titanium implant. The titanium implant is placed on the existing natural bone and the tooth superstructure is replaced over it without affecting the surrounding dentition.
How do dental implants work?
Titanium is a structurally and functionally integrates with natural living bone, the property by which titanium integrates is called osteointegration. Implant are time and tested scientifically designed TITANIUM metal structures for dental tooth replacement. Dental implant when placed in close proximity to the natural living vital bone structure, Osseointegrate with the vital bone allowing the dentist to meticulously restore the natural teeth.
What is the process I have to go through to replace my tooth with dental implants?
Dental implant treatment process involves several steps, it is planned by an Implantologist. The treatment course will range between 3-6 months. The several steps involve assessment and treatment planning with X-rays and cone beam computed tomography scan, then the Implantologist surgically places the implant, followed by bone & implant osseointegration, impressions and finally restoration with prosthesis.
How much time is it required to restore the teeth after dental implants?
Most 2 stage dental implants require a period of 2 months to 4 months prior to placing final tooth restoration.
Can I get the tooth in one day?
Yes, active dental implants are very effective and widely used for replacement of natural teeth in a single day.
Is dental implant procedure very painful?
No not at all, dental implant procedures are not painful and in fact very comfortably performed under local anesthesia.
How much do dental implant cost?
Dental implant cost varies between various systems of implants available in the market. Treatment cost and the types of implant system used will be managed and decided based on the patient’s requirement, and treatment needs.
How do I maintain dental implants?
Regular dental visit for proper dental hygiene and maintenance is required for maintenance and success of dental implant.