Implants are substitutes for lost teeth. In this procedure we need not cut down the teeth either side for crowns to support the bridge.
Designed for toothless areas, this treatment involves implanting artificial dental roots made of titanium which is a special metal to the jaw bone for a natural feel as well as aesthetic satisfaction. This is safe and a better alternative to the existing bridge or denture. Placing an implant requires a small operation.
It is carried out under local anesthesia, the same that is given for removal of teeth. Dental implants can be used to support a number of dental prostheses, including crowns, implant supported bridges or denture. They can also be used as anchorage for orthodontic tooth movement. The use of dental implants permits unidirectional tooth movement without reciprocal action.
IMPLANT SUPPORTED DENTURE AND BRIDGEThis is performed when all teeth are absent. Implant supported denture is the permanent solution. It is fixed. There is no bone resorption. Gives a natural look. Taste sensations are not altered. When single tooth is missing
• TIME
It takes upto minimum of 6 months, as it is performed in two stages:
1. Implant is placed in the jaw and is left for it to bond with the bone and to heal completely.This takes atleast 3 months in case of lower jaw and 6 months in case of upper jaw.
2. Once this is established, the replacement tooth is attached to the implant.
•ADVANTAGES
1. Implants are safe, well established, tried and tested treatment.
2. They are aesthetically perfect.
3. Cleaning around the tooth is same as that of a natural tooth.
4. It doesn’t require support from any adjacent natural teeth hence they are not disturbed at all.
