What Are Dental Implants?
How They Work
Dental implants are made up of three main parts: a titanium post that acts as the tooth root, a connector (called an abutment), and a custom-made dental crown that mimics the look of a real tooth. The titanium implant is surgically placed into the jawbone, where it fuses over time through a process called osseointegration. This creates a strong and stable foundation for your new prosthetic tooth, allowing you to regain your chewing ability.
Who They’re For
Dental implants are ideal for adults who practice good oral hygiene, have healthy gums, and have sufficient bone structure. They’re especially beneficial for people who want a permanent, low-maintenance alternative to removable dentures or dental bridges. Subsequently, if you’ve experienced a tooth loss and want to restore both the function and appearance of it, then implants may be the right fit for you.
When You Might Need One
You might consider a dental implant if you’ve lost a tooth due to decay, gum disease, trauma, or extraction. Alternatively, it might be a suitable option if you’re missing multiple teeth and want a reliable, natural-looking solution.
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Everything you need to know about dental implants
Unlike other dental treatments, implants are designed to be a permanent solution that supports your overall dental health. Every person has individual experiences based on their own dental health. Please visit our treatment risks page here.
Unlike other dental treatments, implants are designed to be a permanent solution that supports your overall dental health. It’s not uncommon for a high-quality tooth implant to last 15 years or more with proper care.
Soft foods are recommended for the first few days after the dental procedure. However, you can return to your normal diet once the area has healed and your implant has integrated with the bone.
The implant process has three main stages. They include the surgical placement of the implant, healing and osseointegration, and finally, attachment of the crown. Each stage is vital for the long-term stability of the dental implant and creating a natural-looking result.
Dental implants have a success rate of over 95%, according to the Australian Dental Association.
However, every invasive procedure carries risks. So, because of this, you should always choose an experienced dentist to perform the work and maintain good oral hygiene to reduce the risk of complications such as implant failure.
Implants are custom-made to match your existing teeth and are crafted from durable, biocompatible material.
This makes them a popular option in cosmetic dentistry for a single implant or multiple implants that support a full set of teeth.
If you’ve lost bone due to decayed teeth or trauma, we may recommend bone grafting before starting the implant work. This helps create a stable foundation, especially for patients who need multiple implants for replacing a full set of teeth.
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