Quick Summary
A dental implant is a titanium rod that creates an artificial tooth root where yours is missing. It is placed surgically into the jaw and, as the area heals, fuses with the jawbone. An artificial tooth is then fitted on top. Beyond appearance, a full set of teeth makes eating and speaking easier, and an implant prevents the surrounding teeth migrating into the gap.
Having a hole in your smile is not only embarrassing or unsightly, it also impacts the function of your mouth. It’s much easier to eat and speak with a full set of teeth. In the past, dentures or bridges were the go-to solutions for missing teeth. Not anymore! Dental implants provide a secure and permanent way to restore your smile.
A dental implant is a titanium rod that creates an artificial tooth root in the location that yours is missing. It is surgically implanted into your jaw so that as it heals, it fuses with your jawbone and becomes a permanent part of your body. Once the area has healed, an artificial tooth is placed on top of the titanium rod to give you back a fully functional and attractive tooth.
Dental implants offer many advantages to patients:
- Permanent
- No impact to neighboring teeth
- Attractive and natural
- Feels like a real tooth
- Secure
- Prevents migration of teeth
Implants are installed using local anesthesia, so you will not experience pain during the procedure. Minor swelling may occur afterwards, and any pain can usually be treated with over-the-counter products. Risks are low with dental implants, and long-term results are successful in most cases. Good oral care is important in maintaining your implants, but is no different than your regular brushing and flossing routine. Regular checkups with your dentist will help ensure that your implant remains in your smile forever.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the implant procedure painful?
Implants are placed using local anaesthesia, so you will not experience pain during the procedure. Minor swelling may occur afterwards, and any pain can usually be treated with over-the-counter products.
How does the implant become permanent?
The titanium rod is surgically implanted into your jaw. As the area heals, the rod fuses with your jawbone and becomes a permanent part of your body. Only once the area has healed is the artificial tooth placed on top.
Does an implant affect the teeth next to it?
No. One of the advantages of an implant is that there is no impact on the neighbouring teeth, and it prevents the remaining teeth migrating into the gap.
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