Don’t let Missing Teeth Limit your Life
If you are missing any of your natural teeth, implant
dentistry can provide you with teeth that look and
feel like your very own. Permanent replacement teeth
can be yours without the embarrassment of loose
dentures or having to cut into other healthy teeth in
your mouth. An attractive, cosmetic smile is possible.
Implants will enable you to enjoy the simple pleasures
of unrestricted eating. With dental implants you can
have the confidence to pursue an active business and
social life.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are titanium posts with specially
treated surfaces. They are placed (implanted) in your
jawbone to function in a similar way to a natural tooth
root. Your bone grows onto the implants in a process
called Osseointegration. After a few months they form
a permanent part of your body.
Are Dental Implants Safe and How Long do they Last?
Present day dental implants are based on scientific
evidence and consistently show success rates of more
than 95%. Many dentists agree that implants are one
of the most predictable forms of dental treatment and
in most cases it is a life-long solution. Approximately
one million people will receive dental implants this year.
Make sure that you are one of them.
Might I be Suitable?
Radiographic x-rays will be needed to see if you have
sufficient quality and quantity of bone. Disease such
as uncontrolled diabetes can affect the bone growing
onto the implant and will need careful assessment.
In general, most people are suitable candidates for
implants.
Does it Hurt?
A small operation will be necessary. In most cases
to place the implants in the dentist’s office. In some
cases a general anesthesia is preferable and this
requires a visit to a day clinic or hospital. Some patients
do experience one or two days of discomfort after the
procedure, usually related to the stitches.
Is the Treatment Expensive?
An accurate cost estimate can be obtained from
your dentist or dental specialist. Studies have shown
that implants are cost effective when compared with
alternative treatment plans. In general, implant
treatment is not much more expensive than the
alternatives (bridge or new dentures at recurring short
intervals). The big difference lies with the long term
success. Your implants can be with you for the rest
of your life.
Should I Wait Until I’m Older?
Conventional dentures usually lead to accelerated
bone loss. Many people choose implants to preserve
their facial bone. The youngest patients receiving
implants are in their early teens, the oldest in their
90’s. What often happens where there are missing
teeth, is that the jawbone begins to shrink. This is
common with denture wearers and the jawbone which
is important for holding the denture, gradually
disappears, making the denture more and more
problematic. Dental implants restore normal loading of
the bone and prevent further bone loss. The sooner
you decide to have the implants placed, the less bone
loss will occur and the easier it is for the dentist to
achieve a good result.
How is the Treatment Obtained?
Implant treatment is a technical and complex form
of dentistry. Not all dentists wish, or are trained to
provide implant treatment. For this reason, your
dentist might refer you to a specialist for part or all of the
implant treatment. Ask your dentist about your implant
treatment options today
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