DENTAL IMPLANTS
A dental implant is a screw-like device that replaces a missing tooth. It can be placed inside the jaw with the help of minor surgical procedure involving gum retraction and bone drilling. Unlike bridge implants do not require adjacent teeth to be grinded and termed as most conservative treatment. Implants can also be placed for people with complete loss of teeth which provides better support and or retention to full set of fixed or removable prosthesis.
Here in Urban Medical Centre, you will meet multiple implant experts who can provide you with premium quality implants in affordable rates.
FAQs
Implants are typically made of titanium, which is strong and biocompatible material.
When a patient has dental implants put in, there is a short healing period between implant surgery and permanent crown placement. This period, usually lasting anywhere from four to six months, is crucial to the success of the implant. But recently immediate placements of crowns have also be introduced and found successful results.
Zirconia crowns are best because of their biocompatibility.
The average lifespan of a dental implant is anywhere from 10 -30 years. This means that most likely, depending on your age when you get an implant, it will last for the rest of your life. No other tooth replacement option has the ability to last that long.
Absolute contraindications to implant rehabilitation include recent myocardial infarction and cerebrovascular accident, valvular prosthesis surgery, immunosuppression, bleeding issues, uncontrolled diabetic disease, active treatment of malignancy, drug abuse, psychiatric illness, as well as intravenous bisphosphonate use.
Bridges are not as strong as dental implants. Bridges require work on surrounding teeth, while dental implants do not. Because bridges do not replace the root of the missing tooth, bone loss may continue unabated.
You can increase the longevity of your implant by following :
- Choose the right implant dentist
- Maintain a good oral hygiene routine (brush twice daily, floss once daily or use water irrigator)
- Get regular six-month teeth cleanings and oral exams
- Quit smoking and using tobacco
- Get a night guard if you grind your teeth
