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Dental implants are replacement tooth roots. Implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth. Dental implants are made of Titanium or Zirconia which is a ceramic material.
However, due to their proven durability and restorative possibilities the titanium implants are the most reliable and common type of implants used in dentistry.
Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures. Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances.
There are many advantages to dental implants, including:
What Are the Advantages of Dental Implants?
Convenience.
Removable dentures are just that; removable. Dental implants eliminate the embarrassing inconvenience of removing dentures, as well as the need for messy adhesives to keep them in place.
Easier eating.
liding dentures can make chewing difficult. Dental implants function like your own teeth, allowing you to eat your favourite foods with confidence and without pain.
Durability.
Implants are very durable and will last many years. With good care, many implants last a lifetime.
Improved comfort.
Because they become part of you, implants eliminate the discomfort of removable dentures.
Improved Oral Health.
Dental implants don’t require reducing other teeth, as a tooth-supported bridge does.
Improved speech.
With poor-fitting dentures, the teeth can slip within the mouth causing you to mumble or slur your words. Dental implants allow you to speak without the worry that teeth might slip.
Improved self-esteem.
Dental implants can give you back your smile and help you feel better about yourself.
Improved appearance.
Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. And because they are designed to fuse with bone, they become permanent.
Dental implants are replacement tooth roots. Implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement
teeth that are made to match your natural teeth.
Dental implants are made of Titanium or Zirconia which is a ceramic material. However, due to their proven durability and restorative possibilities the titanium implants are the most reliable and common type of implants used in dentistry.
Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures. Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances.
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How Do I Care for Dental Implants?Dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing, flossing, rinsing with an antibacterial mouthwash, and regular dental check-ups.
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How Painful Are Dental Implants?Most people who have received dental implants say that there is very little discomfort involved in the procedure. Local anaesthesia can be used during the procedure, and most patients report that implants involve less pain than a tooth extraction. After the dental implant, mild soreness can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications, such as Nurofen or Panadol.
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What Is Involved in Getting a Dental Implant?The first step in the dental implant process is the development of an individualized treatment plan. The plan addresses your specific needs and is prepared by Dr Allan who is specially trained and experienced in oral surgery and restorative dentistry. Next, the tooth root implant, which is a small post made of titanium, is placed into the bone socket of the missing tooth. As the jawbone heals, it grows around the implanted metal post, anchoring it securely in the jaw. The healing process can take from six to 12 weeks. Once the implant has bonded to the jawbone, a small connector post, called an abutment is attached to the post to securely hold the new tooth. To make the new tooth or teeth, your dentist makes impressions of your teeth, and creates a model of your bite (which captures all of your teeth, their type, and arrangement). The new tooth or teeth is based on this model. A replacement tooth, called a crown, is then attached to the abutment. Instead of one or more individual crowns, some patients may have attachments placed on the implant that retain and support a removable denture. Your dentist also will match the colour of the new teeth to your natural teeth. Because the implant is secured within the jawbone, the replacement teeth look, feel, and function just like your own natural teeth. How Successful Are Dental Implants? Can Anyone Get Dental Implants? Does Insurance Cover the Cost of Dental Implants?
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How Successful Are Dental Implants?Success rates of dental implants vary, depending on the quantity and quality of the supporting bone. However, dental implants have presented a high success rate of up to 97% in different literatures. With proper care, implants can last a lifetime.
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Can Anyone Get Dental Implants?In most cases, anyone healthy enough to undergo a routine dental extraction or oral surgery can be considered for a dental implant. Patients should have healthy gums and enough bone to hold the implant. They also must be committed to good oral hygiene and regular dental visits. Heavy smokers, people suffering from uncontrolled chronic disorders such as diabetes, heart diseases, patients using medication for Osteoporosis or patients who have had radiation therapy to the head/neck area need to be evaluated on an individual basis. If you are considering implants, talk to your dentist to see if they are right for you.
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Does Insurance Cover the Cost of Dental Implants?In general, dental implants are considered as a major dental treatment and the rebate for them is capped to different limits by different insurance providers. Detailed questions about your individual needs and how they relate to insurance should be discussed with your dentist and insurance provider.