A dental implant is a small titanium screw-like fixture that serves as the replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. The dental implant is placed in the bone of the upper or lower jaw. After the placement, the implant has to fuse with the bone (titanium is one of the best materials to integrate with natural bone) which can take a couple of weeks. Treatment time will vary depending on your situation. It is possible to get well functioning and esthetic looking teeth within a few days. In some cases it may be necessary to wait a longer time period before finishing the restoration in order to obtain the best results. Dental implants can be used to replace a single lost tooth or a number.

Implant supported replacement teeth look, feel and function like natural teeth, they preserve the integrity of a facial structure and improve the look and function of a jaw. Once the screw-like fixture is safe, a dentist will screw in an actual dental implant that is made to look and replace natural tooth. Basically anyone who is missing one or more of their teeth due to injury, disease, or decay may be a candidate for dental implants. Sometimes if there's a number of teeth missing dental implants in conjunction with a crown or bridge can replace them. The rule of thumb is that if you're healthy enough to have a tooth extracted, you're probably healthy enough to receive dental implants.

Anesthesia and patient sedation are used to eliminate any discomfort at the time of the procedure so there is virtually no pain during the process of implant insertion. There may be some discomfort after the procedure but this is usually minimal and can be significantly reduced - or eliminated - with a help of painkillers

There are basically 4 types of dental implants, those single tooth implant, multiple teeth dental implants, full jaw fixed bridge on implants, and implants supported removable dentures

Appearance
Besides good function during chewing, the ideal replacement must look like natural teeth, both to you and to others. The solutions possible with Single Dental Implant supported porcelain crown take advantage of the best appearance possibilities available in dentistry and modern dental technology.

Confidence
The ideal replacement must also feel like natural teeth and be easy to keep clean. Knowing your teeth are stable during eating and talking means a lot. Another benefit is that your implant supported tooth will not decay like natural teeth. You'll be glad our treatment didn't require grinding down your remaining natural teeth.

Security
Single Dental Implant is the most thoroughly documented implant treatment for dentistry in the world. The long-term safety of this solution is well established and published in recognized scientific journals. We will discuss with you how these treatment results apply to you.

Step by Step

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The first step is to replace missing tooth root by placing titanium implant. Normally, the implant will remain covered underneath the gum for approximately one to six months. During that time, the osseointegration takes place.

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The second step of the procedure involves uncovering the implant and attaching an extension. This completes the foundation on which your new tooth will be placed.

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The final step is the placement of your new tooth. With techniques that ensure optimal size, shape, color and fit, these replacement teeth will blend with your facial characteristics and remaining natural teeth.