Dental Implants

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots surgically placed in the jawbone to replace missing teeth, serving as a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth, like crowns, bridges, or dentures.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
What are dental implants?

• Artificial tooth roots:
Dental implants are small, typically titanium posts or screws that are surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth.

• Foundation for replacement teeth:
Once the implant integrates with the bone (a process called osseointegration), a dentist can attach a crown, bridge, or denture to it, providing a stable and natural-looking replacement for the missing tooth or teeth.

• Types of implants:

• Endosteal implants: These are the most common type, placed directly into the jawbone.
• Subperiosteal implants: These are placed on top of the jawbone, under the gum line.

• Benefits:

• Improved chewing function: Dental implants allow you to chew and eat comfortably, as they are fixed in place like natural teeth.
• Enhanced speech: They can improve speech by preventing dentures from slipping.
• Improved appearance: Dental implants can restore your smile and improve your overall appearance.
• Preservation of jawbone: They help prevent bone loss, which can occur when teeth are missing.
• Durability: Dental implants can last for many years with proper care.

• Procedure:

• Evaluation: A dentist will assess your oral health and jawbone structure to determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants.
• Surgical placement: The implant is surgically placed into the jawbone.
• Osseointegration: The implant fuses with the jawbone, which can take several months.
• Abutment placement: Once the implant is integrated, an abutment (a connector) is attached to the implant.
• Restoration: A crown, bridge, or denture is then attached to the abutment.