Are you curious about tooth replacement and dental implants? If you’re missing one or multiple teeth, this might be the treatment option you’ve been searching for. They’re the permanent solution that restores form, function, and health to your mouth, but how much do you know about them? Well, here we go. Embarking on the ultimate guide to dental implants in 3… 2… 1…
Dental implants are the perfect solution for those missing a single tooth or multiple teeth. Whether through a sporting injury, accident, or the simple ageing process, missing a tooth can seriously impact your self-confidence and mouth function. There are a few options you could choose from depending on your needs. For single missing teeth, a single dental implant will be just fine. For those missing multiple teeth, an implant-supported bridge or implant-retained dentures might be better options.
Your dental implant comes in two parts, so it’s made of two separate materials. The part we place first, the root, is made of titanium. This is because medical studies were conducted into the compatibility of titanium and bone, and they found that the metal invites your bone to heal around it and fuse it in place. This creates a solid and sturdy foundation for your tooth replacement. The crown, the part that fits onto the root that looks like a tooth, is commonly made of porcelain because of its natural tooth appearance, strength, and durability.
The placement process itself isn’t painful. They are generally placed under local anaesthetic to minimise your discomfort. Where you may feel discomfort is as the titanium root heals; however, your implant dentist will of course provide you with aftercare advice, arrange follow-up appointments to check how you’re healing, and recommend the best at-home cleaning and pain relief where and when appropriate.
Dental implants are typically very low maintenance! There isn’t any special procedure or equipment you need at home once you are fully healed, all they need is the same attention your regular teeth receive. Brush them twice a day, floss once a day when healed, and use an anti-sceptic mouthwash to maintain your dental health. Because you’ve had a procedure, we’d recommend you visit your implant dentist every 6 months to make sure you’re still getting on with your implants, and visiting your dental hygienist twice a year too will provide you with professional and reliable cleanings.
Now, this is the million-dollar question! As dental professionals, we believe dental implants are worth it because we know the benefits they provide for your dental health. For example, closing a gap will prevent the rest of your teeth from shifting and moving into it, will prevent the development of gum disease in the over-exposed areas, and will aid mouth functions like chewing and speaking. Also, dental implants have been shown to keep your jawbone healthy and strong after placement. This is because when you lose a tooth, you also lose the tooth root.
This natural root formed a relationship with the part of your jawbone it was attached to, telling it that it needed it to stay strong to support the tooth. When the tooth is gone and the root dies, the affected section of the jawbone becomes soft and weak, eventually collapsing. A titanium root provides the jawbone with a reason to stay strong, keeping your facial structure in check while also stopping your jaw from becoming spongey!
So, there you have it. You’re the ultimate guide to dental implants, courtesy of the dental professionals at Abbey House Dental! If you’re considering dental implants and tooth replacement in Stone, enquire online with us today or get in touch at 01785 818037 to begin your teeth transformation.
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