Dental Implant: A dental implant is an artificial root designed to replace a lost natural tooth. The procedure involves surgically placing an implant made from a special titanium material, which is widely used in dentistry and supported by research. The implant fuses with the jawbone and integrates seamlessly with the surrounding oral tissues, effectively serving as a replacement for the natural tooth root.
What are the benefits of dental implants?
- To replace lost natural teeth.
- Improves chewing ability.
- It is a replacement that does not affect adjacent teeth.
What materials are dental implants made of?
- Implants
- Abutment
- Crown
Care and Maintenance
Patients need to maintain cleanliness continuously as recommended by the dentist. Regular check-ups and treatment are necessary every 6 months to preserve the condition of the tooth and the supporting structures in the oral cavity.
Risks of potential complications
- Risks of surgical complications include inflammation, swelling, infection, nerve injury, and sinus perforation, among others.
- Risks associated with dental implants include crown fractures, chipping, detachment of the adhesive, broken or loose screws, and implant fractures.
Steps in the treatment planning that patients should follow.
- 3D X-ray (CT Scan)
- Surgical guide (implant placement guide)
- Bone graft (if there is insufficient natural bone)
*****Dental implants can be done for any missing tooth. A consultation and treatment planning with a specialist dentist are required.*****
