Traditional Implants
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to take the
place of a single or multiple teeth or to hold a denture in place. Dental implants are
an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth
due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.
A dental implant is really a very simple metal screw which is designed to thread into
the bone of the jaw and to allow for the attachment of a (prosthetic) tooth at the top.
Implants are made of Medical grade Titanium or Titanium Alloy. Your dentist will
purchase the implants in sterile packaging and place them in a small hole in the
bone which he or she has prepared as part of the implant placement procedure. The
bone will fuse to the implant over a short period of time in a process referred to as
'osseointegration' and once this process is successfully completed (3 to 4 months)
the implant is permanently in place.
What can Dental Implants do for my Denture?
Many denture wearers are embarrassed to enjoy a nice dinner or even to be seen in
public with their dentures. They are afraid that their dentures may flop around or
even fall out due to instability. Also, many denture users have a difficult time
enjoying foods they once loved to eat, or they experience frequent sores on the
tissues of their mouth all due to an unstable denture. Implants can create a stable
denture by fixing them to the jaws through the process described above. With the
placement of implants dentures become stable and immovable doing away with
messy glues and pastes allowing the person wearing them to chew with ease and with
the confidence that their dentures will stay put.
Implant FAQs
Why have dental implants become so popular?
The tremendous popularity of implants has largely been the result of people living longer and
their desire to fulfill a lifestyle with the greatest possible pleasure. Implants give us the ability to
restore something that is fundamental to our own body. Almost everyone wants to smile more
frequently and feel more secure when they talk and laugh. Dental implants allow you to do
everything you want with total self-assurance.
How long have dental implants been available?
Although the first dental implants are over 2000 years old, they have only been a viable
alternative in the last 35 years or so.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are medically pure titanium devices that are placed into the jawbone. They act
as an anchor to provide a solid base for artificial tooth replacement.
Titanium is used in other surgical procedures such as knee and hip replacements.
Who is a good candidate for dental implants?
Anyone in reasonable health who wants to replace missing teeth; those who are dissatisfied with
their present denture; those people who would like to eat better and with more comfort, smile
more frequently and feel more secure when they talk and laugh. In some instances, some
patients may not have sufficient bone available for the placement of implants. In these patients,
new bone can be added by ridge augmentation procedures.
What are the benefits of dental implants?
Patients with implants have stated that they eat better, are more comfortable when they eat, and
don’t have to use denture adhesive to retain their dentures.
They also say that they can talk and laugh without feeling self-conscious and without fear of
their dentures slipping out.
All these improvements make people with dentures feel better about themselves, increasing their
self confidence while improving their social and business lives.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age is not a deterrent. Anyone healthy enough to undergo routine dentistry is
healthy enough to have dental implants placed. The oldest known patient with dental
implants is 88 years and the youngest is 15.
What is the success rate of dental implants?
If the treatment is properly planned, the surgery accomplished following accepted
rules of practice, the prosthesis fabricated correctly and the prosthesis properly
maintained by the patient, success rates are in excess of 98%.
There are factors, however, beyond the control of both the dentist and patient that
can affect the life of an implant. Lifestyle changes, accidents, and illnesses can all
have a negative affect.
How long will my implants last?
There are few things in life that last a lifetime and dental implants are no different. Should a
problem arise, it normally does during the first six months to a year following surgery, during the
period of bone healing. After this period, problems appear to be less frequent, with only
occasional bite adjustments required.
How do I choose a dentist that does the highest quality implant at the most economical cost?
We have selected the most caring dental health professionals to represent our team. These
practitioners believe in providing the highest possible care and quality of implants.
What types of restorations can be placed on implants?
Implants can be used in a variety of circumstances ranging from a removable denture to fixed
crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances.
How many implants will I need?
Your dental team trained in placement of dental implants can provide you with a thorough
consultation to bring about the best treatment alternatives available to meet your present budget.
Why should I even consider getting dental implants?
Apart from being able to smile, eat, sing and speak better; dental implants prevent the onset of
poor facial profile due to loss of bone mass in your jaw bone.
Natural jaw bone is only designed to last approximately 30 years before it completely
deteriorates and dental implants are not an option.
Implants prevent bone loss by transmitting load forces during the chewing process down into
the jawbone. The jawbone reacts to this loading by increasing the bone density. Implants are
well known in their ability to stop bone loss and restore facial skeletal structure while
significantly improving nutrition.
What kind of foods can I eat with implants?
Implants will allow you to enjoy foods like raw carrots, corn on the cob and apples that you may
have avoided for years. Implant supported dentures can triple your biting force allowing you to
eat any hard food that your original teeth were once able to do.
How do implants on dentures compare to normal dentures?
Dentures fixed to dental implants will give you an enhanced improvement in your quality of life
that standard dentures can not provide.
McGill University in Toronto conducted a study to determine if people, especially the elderly,
can improve their chewing ability and nutrition if they wear dentures anchored by implants.
After 6 months, the group with dental implants did not only increase their body fat but blood
tests recorded significantly higher levels of albumin, hemoglobin (Iron) and vitamin B12 – all
indicators of nutrition.
The study group also reported significant improvements in their ability to chew meat and hard
vegetables and did not avoid foods they did in the past.
Will implant procedures cause much discomfort?
The discomfort experienced after the placement of implants is generally equivalent to that
experienced from the extraction of a tooth.
Most implants are placed using local anesthetic only. Sedation can be used with the more
apprehensive patients and occasionally, if extensive surgery is required, a general anesthetic may
be recommended.
The use of dental implants is designed to help you avoid pain and discomfort.
How long is the entire process?
The entire process typically involves 2 or 3 trips to the dentist over a 4 to 5 month period.
How long do I have to wait to resume my daily activities?
In most cases, you can resume normal activities the day following the placement of your
implants.
Is there special care needed with my implants?
Along with normal brushing and flossing, a periodic check-up with your dentist is required.
They will check the individual implants and clean around the posts if necessary. Dental implants
do not suffer from normal teeth problems such as decay and hot/cold sensitivity.
Can I still get implants if I have a fear of dentists?
Yes, it is normal to have some level of anxiety towards dentists. Most dental fears are related to
an early experience during your childhood. Today's dental practices are capable of assisting you
in dealing with those fears to enable you to have the opportunity to improve our overall physical
health and appearance.
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to take the
place of a single or multiple teeth or to hold a denture in place. Dental implants are
an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth
due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.
A dental implant is really a very simple metal screw which is designed to thread into
the bone of the jaw and to allow for the attachment of a (prosthetic) tooth at the top.
Implants are made of Medical grade Titanium or Titanium Alloy. Your dentist will
purchase the implants in sterile packaging and place them in a small hole in the
bone which he or she has prepared as part of the implant placement procedure. The
bone will fuse to the implant over a short period of time in a process referred to as
'osseointegration' and once this process is successfully completed (3 to 4 months)
the implant is permanently in place.
What can Dental Implants do for my Denture?
Many denture wearers are embarrassed to enjoy a nice dinner or even to be seen in
public with their dentures. They are afraid that their dentures may flop around or
even fall out due to instability. Also, many denture users have a difficult time
enjoying foods they once loved to eat, or they experience frequent sores on the
tissues of their mouth all due to an unstable denture. Implants can create a stable
denture by fixing them to the jaws through the process described above. With the
placement of implants dentures become stable and immovable doing away with
messy glues and pastes allowing the person wearing them to chew with ease and with
the confidence that their dentures will stay put.
Implant FAQs
Why have dental implants become so popular?
The tremendous popularity of implants has largely been the result of people living longer and
their desire to fulfill a lifestyle with the greatest possible pleasure. Implants give us the ability to
restore something that is fundamental to our own body. Almost everyone wants to smile more
frequently and feel more secure when they talk and laugh. Dental implants allow you to do
everything you want with total self-assurance.
How long have dental implants been available?
Although the first dental implants are over 2000 years old, they have only been a viable
alternative in the last 35 years or so.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are medically pure titanium devices that are placed into the jawbone. They act
as an anchor to provide a solid base for artificial tooth replacement.
Titanium is used in other surgical procedures such as knee and hip replacements.
Who is a good candidate for dental implants?
Anyone in reasonable health who wants to replace missing teeth; those who are dissatisfied with
their present denture; those people who would like to eat better and with more comfort, smile
more frequently and feel more secure when they talk and laugh. In some instances, some
patients may not have sufficient bone available for the placement of implants. In these patients,
new bone can be added by ridge augmentation procedures.
What are the benefits of dental implants?
Patients with implants have stated that they eat better, are more comfortable when they eat, and
don’t have to use denture adhesive to retain their dentures.
They also say that they can talk and laugh without feeling self-conscious and without fear of
their dentures slipping out.
All these improvements make people with dentures feel better about themselves, increasing their
self confidence while improving their social and business lives.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age is not a deterrent. Anyone healthy enough to undergo routine dentistry is
healthy enough to have dental implants placed. The oldest known patient with dental
implants is 88 years and the youngest is 15.
What is the success rate of dental implants?
If the treatment is properly planned, the surgery accomplished following accepted
rules of practice, the prosthesis fabricated correctly and the prosthesis properly
maintained by the patient, success rates are in excess of 98%.
There are factors, however, beyond the control of both the dentist and patient that
can affect the life of an implant. Lifestyle changes, accidents, and illnesses can all
have a negative affect.
How long will my implants last?
There are few things in life that last a lifetime and dental implants are no different. Should a
problem arise, it normally does during the first six months to a year following surgery, during the
period of bone healing. After this period, problems appear to be less frequent, with only
occasional bite adjustments required.
How do I choose a dentist that does the highest quality implant at the most economical cost?
We have selected the most caring dental health professionals to represent our team. These
practitioners believe in providing the highest possible care and quality of implants.
What types of restorations can be placed on implants?
Implants can be used in a variety of circumstances ranging from a removable denture to fixed
crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances.
How many implants will I need?
Your dental team trained in placement of dental implants can provide you with a thorough
consultation to bring about the best treatment alternatives available to meet your present budget.
Why should I even consider getting dental implants?
Apart from being able to smile, eat, sing and speak better; dental implants prevent the onset of
poor facial profile due to loss of bone mass in your jaw bone.
Natural jaw bone is only designed to last approximately 30 years before it completely
deteriorates and dental implants are not an option.
Implants prevent bone loss by transmitting load forces during the chewing process down into
the jawbone. The jawbone reacts to this loading by increasing the bone density. Implants are
well known in their ability to stop bone loss and restore facial skeletal structure while
significantly improving nutrition.
What kind of foods can I eat with implants?
Implants will allow you to enjoy foods like raw carrots, corn on the cob and apples that you may
have avoided for years. Implant supported dentures can triple your biting force allowing you to
eat any hard food that your original teeth were once able to do.
How do implants on dentures compare to normal dentures?
Dentures fixed to dental implants will give you an enhanced improvement in your quality of life
that standard dentures can not provide.
McGill University in Toronto conducted a study to determine if people, especially the elderly,
can improve their chewing ability and nutrition if they wear dentures anchored by implants.
After 6 months, the group with dental implants did not only increase their body fat but blood
tests recorded significantly higher levels of albumin, hemoglobin (Iron) and vitamin B12 – all
indicators of nutrition.
The study group also reported significant improvements in their ability to chew meat and hard
vegetables and did not avoid foods they did in the past.
Will implant procedures cause much discomfort?
The discomfort experienced after the placement of implants is generally equivalent to that
experienced from the extraction of a tooth.
Most implants are placed using local anesthetic only. Sedation can be used with the more
apprehensive patients and occasionally, if extensive surgery is required, a general anesthetic may
be recommended.
The use of dental implants is designed to help you avoid pain and discomfort.
How long is the entire process?
The entire process typically involves 2 or 3 trips to the dentist over a 4 to 5 month period.
How long do I have to wait to resume my daily activities?
In most cases, you can resume normal activities the day following the placement of your
implants.
Is there special care needed with my implants?
Along with normal brushing and flossing, a periodic check-up with your dentist is required.
They will check the individual implants and clean around the posts if necessary. Dental implants
do not suffer from normal teeth problems such as decay and hot/cold sensitivity.
Can I still get implants if I have a fear of dentists?
Yes, it is normal to have some level of anxiety towards dentists. Most dental fears are related to
an early experience during your childhood. Today's dental practices are capable of assisting you
in dealing with those fears to enable you to have the opportunity to improve our overall physical
health and appearance.
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