Dental implants are considered a strong, long-lasting treatment option for patients with lost or missing teeth.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is meant to replace teeth that are lost or missing. Each implant consists of a fake tooth, and a biocompatible “root” made from titanium that is attached to the bone – just like a natural tooth. Dental implants can be applied to replace one or two missing teeth, an entire arch of teeth, and even an entire smile. Implants are typically considered to be a part of the cosmetic dentistry family.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth, and provide a very strong foundation for new teeth in the jawbone. When the root is not replaced from a missing tooth, the jawbone sinks where the tooth used to be and can shrink the bone. This is known as “bone resorption,” which alters the entire shape of your face and makes you look older. Dentures typically become loose as your jawbone shrinks, and your gums recede. Dental implants are permanent, and allow you to bite, chew, and smile efficiently.
For maximum effect, implants may be used in conjunction with other restorative dental procedures.
Are Dental Implants Used For One Tooth, Or Many Teeth?
A dental implant can hold more than one tooth, in what we call a “dental bridge,” or just one tooth, a “dental crown.” Several teeth can be replaced with a dental bridge, in a customized way depending on the shape of your jaw and smile:
- Two to three dental implants will support one dental bridge, for just one area of your smile
- Your entire upper or lower arch can be replaced with five to six dental implants
- Ten to twelve dental implants can replace your entire smile
Those who opt for dental implants can choose between a fixed dental bridge, or a hybrid dental bridge that “snaps” onto the implant abutments.
What Are All-On-4 Dental Implants?
All on four dental implants is a way for a patient to have beautiful teeth and a beautiful smile in one day at a relatively inexpensive price. Many patients suffer from a not so desiring smile, gum disease, and broken fillings and a bad bite do not have the money to restore their mouth properly. This “re-organized” approach allows the patient to have the teeth and smile they always dreamed of having.
What Are The Advantages Of All-On-Four Implants?
The advantages of this procedure are that it’s relatively quick as it happens in one day. Most importantly, it ends the nightmare of suffering from teeth that are constantly failing and costing thousands of dollars to restore.
How Many Visits Are Required To Replace Missing Teeth?
Dental implants can be applied in just one visit. During the first visit, we will place the titanium root with a temporary tooth on top. We call this procedure “Teeth in a Day.” A single implant procedure can be completed in less than one hour.
Dental Implant Recovery
The total healing time can take 3 months, during which you can wear a natural-looking provisional tooth. During this time, osseointegration will occur, in which the bone becomes one with the new root. Once the bone has healed, an abutment is attached to the implant and the crown or bridge is placed over it.
Is there a system to stabilize my plates?
Yes of course and its called LOCATOR, which will give more stability to your plate
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This system provides the necessary stability to your plate so it can be removed to clean it properly; Unlike the All on 4 System that remains fixed and only your dentist can remove it.
How Do I Care For My Dental Implants?
Daily brushing and flossing, just as you would care for natural teeth, will keep your new smile looking radiant and healthy.
How Long Does A Dental Implant Last?
With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime.
Are Dental Implants Painful?
There are no nerves in the bone, and many of our patients do not experience post-operative discomfort. In most instances, dental implant procedures can be performed with local anesthetic; however, Dr. Sánchez also practices sedation dentistry. If you’re concerned about post-operative discomfort, Dr. Sánchez can also prescribe pain medication.
It’s important to follow the written instructions, which Dr. Sánchez will provide, to ensure that your implants heal quickly and properly.