You would need a dental implant if you are missing a tooth and would like someone to replace it. The implant is the foundation for artificial teeth and is inserted into the jaw bone like an anchor. In structure, this implant looks like a screw, upon which first an abutment is installed, followed by an appropriate artificial tooth, also known as the crown.

Thanks to advances in medical sciences, the process of getting an artificial tooth is no longer painful. Further, the entire treatment process takes minimal time and can last for a really long time. If you are planning to get a dental implant done any time soon, here’s everything you need to know about it.

 

Types of Dental Implants

Endosteal Implant: This implant is made into the bone, and is the one that is most commonly executed. This could involve implanting a screw, blades, or cylinders, which are surgically put inside the jawbone. Depending on their size, every implant can hold one or more teeth. Those who currently use removable dentures would find these implants the perfect next choice.

Subperiosteal Implant: This is made above the jawbone. Its metal posts protrude through the gum to keep the implant positioned where it should be. Those who are not able to use conventional dentures or don’t have enough bone height for endosteal implants can greatly find use of this brilliant implant type.

There are many benefits of a dental implant over any other similar procedure, such as:

• These feel more natural and convenient to have in your mouth
• These help you retain or even improve how you chew your food
• The chances of developing a cavity in nearby teeth decreases
• Sensitivity in your natural teeth is reduced significantly
• You won’t need to take off your artificial teeth every now or then, or when you sleep

At the same time, you must have a healthy jawbone in order to install an implant inside of it. You can visit your dentist who can assess its condition before recommending whether you can undergo the procedure or not. Also, if you are a heavy smoker, or have HIV, diabetes, psychiatric disorders, osteoporosis, or a few other conditions, you will not be permitted to get the procedure done.

 

Is the Dental Implant Procedure Safe?

Absolutely! As many as three million Americans already have dental implants, and this count is rapidly rising by hundreds of thousands per year. The procedure if executed by a highly qualified surgeon is certain to maintain your jawbone’s health and help your teeth become better and more appealing!

The process of a dental implant procedure can vary based on certain factors, such as:

• How many teeth need to be replaced
• Where in the jaw are the implants needed
• How is the quality of jaw bone beneath the affected area
• Your overall health condition

The procedural cost may also vary based on the above factors, as well as on the need for additional procedures needed while preparing for it. Your dentist’s expertise, location, recommendations, as well as procedure implemented, along with the availability of dental insurance can also determine the final cost.

Once the procedure is done, you will have to follow up with your dentist once every few days to assess the health of the implants. This will help your dentist determine that your implant has gone in well and will not create any issues for you in the future.

It must also be noted that the procedure for a dental implant on the lower jaw bone is different than that for the upper jaw bone. Speak to your dentist about it in order to get a better understanding of the difference between the two.

Get in touch with your nearest dental implant specialist today to discuss more about these.