Despite the advancements and improvements in the dental field, many people suffer from tooth loss. The reason could be anything, including trauma, gum disease or gingivitis. Well, implants can help you restore your smile after missing one tooth or many. Dental implants are a type of metal frames or posts that are planted or positioned into your jawbones, beneath your gums by a surgical process. They are also known by the name of endosseous implants or fixtures. They provide support to dental prosthesis like the crown, facial prosthesis, bridge, denture etc. and act as a sturdy and rigid anchor for replaced teeth. The titanium in the implant fuses with your jawbone and is a proven effective replacement for the tooth root.
You are a good candidate for dental implants if-
- You want to improve your speech.
- You are unable to wear dentures.
- You are not suffering from any ongoing medical or dental conditions that might impede the healing process.
- You have healthy oral tissues.
- You have an adequate bone to secure the implants or are able to have a bone graft.
- You have fully developed jaw bones.
- You have one or more missing teeth.
- You can devote several months to the treatment.
- You have healthy gums.
- You are not addicted to tobacco.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- The dental implants totally look and function much like your real ones. Moreover, they are designed in such a way so that they can fuse with the bone and become permanent.
- They last for a long period of time, generally up to 10 years with proper care.
- They help in reducing strain on other teeth by providing support for crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Help you eat the delicious foods without facing any pain or trouble.
- No need to remove dental implants every day like in the case of dentures.
Results
Most implants are successful and there are rare cases when the bone fails to fuse. In such cases, the implant is removed, the site is cleaned and you can undergo treatment again.
Post-procedure care
The post procedure pain and soreness can be treated with the help of pain medications as prescribed by the dentist. Your doctor may ask you to consume soft food while the surgical area heals. As these are similar to the real teeth, dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing, flossing, dental check-ups, and using an antibacterial mouthwash, etc. Visit your dentist regularly to ensure the health and proper working of your implants.