Dental Implants

Dental Implants

Dental implants are advanced, permanent solutions for replacing missing teeth. They consist of a small titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone, acting as an artificial tooth root. Once the implant integrates with the bone, a crown is placed on top to restore the appearance and function of a natural tooth. Dental implants look, feel, and function just like your original teeth.

Steps to the Perfect Implant

Consultation

Initial Consultation

Make an appointment for a consultation with our team so we can understand your requirements.

Treatment Planning

Imaging

Xrays, scans and photographs are taken to help our team plan your treatment.

Final Smile

Implant Placement

Our team will schedule the implant placement at your convenience.

Dental Implant

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Before After

Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants?

Dental implants are ideal for individuals who have lost one or more teeth due to decay, injury, or gum disease. Candidates should have healthy gums and sufficient jawbone support to hold the implant securely. Even patients who have experienced bone loss may be eligible with additional procedures such as bone grafting. A detailed consultation and examination help determine suitability.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants restore full chewing ability and improve speech clarity. They prevent bone loss by stimulating the jawbone, maintaining facial structure and preventing the sunken appearance that often follows tooth loss. Unlike removable dentures, implants are stable and do not shift while eating or speaking. With proper care, they can last for many years, making them a long-term investment in your oral health.

Aftercare and Maintenance

Caring for dental implants is similar to caring for natural teeth. Regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental check-ups are essential to maintain their longevity. Good oral hygiene helps prevent gum infections and ensures the long-term success of the implant.

Dental Implants – FAQs

Dental implants are made of titanium and other alloys. They are manufactured to be exceedingly strong to withstand the force of daily chewing.

Yes, your front teeth can be replaced by dental implants, fixed bridges or removable dentures.

A major advantage of implants over conventional bridges is that no adjacent teeth need to be reduced in order to place a dental implant. In a bridge, neighbouring teeth need to be shaped down to accommodate a bridge and replace a missing tooth. When implants are used, the neighbouring teeth are spared and the missing tooth is effectively restored. In some cases, the cost of a single dental implant and a crown is exactly the same as a cost of a bridge, so there’s even more reason to spare the adjacent teeth and avoid placing a bridge when an implant can be used.

A bridge made on teeth adjacent to the missing teeth or a removable denture are alternatives to a dental implant.

In general, dental implants should be placed only after growth of the patient has stopped, which is around 18 years. This ensures that the implant is in the right place to hold the future tooth after the completion of growth.

When well maintained, implants do not have an expiration date. If an implants fails, patients usually feel mild discomfort and a bad taste in the mouth. The implants are then retrieved under local anesthesia, and a new implant is placed. If the amount of bone available is less, the area is bone grafted and a new implant is placed in 4-6 months after there is sufficient volume of bone available.

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