What are dental implants?
Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of missing teeth. They are inserted into the jawbone during a minor surgical procedure at Gasior Family Dental.
A completely lifelike porcelain tooth crown is attached after the implant has been placed in your jawbone.
In some cases, the implant needs to fuse with the bone for several months before it is permanently crowned; in other cases, you can have new (but temporary) teeth the same day your implants are placed.
How many teeth can be replaced with dental implants?
You can replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or all your teeth with implants. You don’t even need one implant for every missing tooth. As few as two Implants can support a removable lower denture, while as few as four implants can provide a full, permanent set of top or bottom teeth.
Is dental implant surgery painful?
Most people find dental implant surgery very easy to tolerate.
Any post-operative discomfort can be managed with over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen or OTC pain relievers. Ice can also be helpful.
Are dental implants expensive?
At the outset, implants are more expensive than tooth-replacement methods such as dentures or bridgework.
But they also last many years longer and should never need replacement. So, they offer the best, most cost-effective option when viewed as a long-term investment in your health, comfort, and well-being.
How do you care for dental implants?
Dental implants require the same care as natural teeth: daily brushing, flossing, regular dental checkups, and professional cleanings. Although implant teeth never decay, the gum tissues around them can become inflamed or infected without good oral hygiene. Properly cared-for dental implants should last a lifetime.
Can my body reject a dental implant?
Implants can’t be rejected strictly speaking because they contain no living cells or genetically coded material. The titanium of which they are made is completely biocompatible, and allergies are extremely rare.
However, an implant can fail to integrate with the jawbone if an infection develops in the absence of good oral hygiene or if it is subjected to biting forces too soon. However, this is rare; implants regularly achieve success rates over 95%.
Am I a candidate for dental implants?
There’s a good chance that you are, but this can only be determined after a complete oral examination that includes x-rays of your jaws. Please schedule a consultation to begin the exciting process of restoring your smile and bite.
