Dental Implants

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a type of restorative dentistry that provides a foundation for teeth replacement. The procedure involves using a titanium anchor that's surgically inserted into the jawbone like a screw, and a crown is attached to hold it in place. Most implants are made of a biocompatible titanium alloy and shaped like a screw.

Why do you Need Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are an excellent option for people who have lost teeth During an accident, decay, injury, or disease and want to replace the lost tooth. They provide a better option for the replacement of lost teeth compared to the bridge; because a bridge needs to take support from adjacent healthy teeth, whereas an implant saves those adjacent teeth. The implant is in a shape of a screw inserted into the jawbone. A crown is fixed to that screw in the mouth. An implant allows your dentist to secure it firmly in place, and it will function as your natural tooth.

What is the Importance of Dental Implants?

Dental Implants can solve the problem of replacing lost teeth and restoring the perfect smile in an easy and reliable manner. Dental Implants are a permanent solution to the problem of tooth loss. They are designed to provide an artificial tooth root placed into the jawbone and provide you with a secure foundation that can withstand the forces of chewing and smiling. Dental implants are a reliable solution to support dentures also. The implants can secure one or more teeth providing dependable stability, longevity, and comfort as natural teeth.

What is the procedure for Dental Implants?

The following steps will guide you through the implant procedure:

An incision is made in the gum where the implant will be inserted.
A dental drill is usedto make space for an implant in the jawbone.
An implant is a smooth titanium screw placed within the space made in the jawbone.
Sutures (stitches) are placed over the gums on top of implant surface.
Patient is given a set of post-operative instructions and medications.
After 1 week the sutures are removed
Patient is recalled after few weeks to fix a crown on this integrated implant in the jaw bone
The patient returns to their regular schedule, including eating and brushing with their implant-supported crowns/denturesas usual.

Precautions to follow after Dental Implant surgery?

Avoid drinking from a straw in the First 24 hours after the placement of Dental Implants. Most importantly, eat soft food after having the Dental Implant procedure.
Take antibiotics and painkillers prescribed by the dentist
Apply an ice pack on the cheek of the surgery area
Avoid Sticky food like gum, caramels, and other candies.
Avoid brushing or flossing as much as possible to reduce the risk of bleeding and infection on the day of surgery.