Dental implants are a modern solution for tooth loss, being able to restore dental health, function, and aesthetics. With this, it is possible to recover a complete and confident smile, improving your self-esteem and quality of life!
What are the functional benefits of dental implants?
Dental implants help improve chewing, speech, and overall oral health, even preventing bone loss in the jaw area.
What is the step-by-step process of a dental implant?
Learn about the main steps:
- Patient Evaluation: we understand the expectations and needs of each individual, in addition to observing the patient's oral health status, the quantity and quality of bone available at the spot where the implant will be placed, and the ideal position for the implant.
- Planning: may include radiographic examinations, CT scans, and other procedures.
- Placement Surgery: A small incision is made in the gum to expose the mandible or maxilla bone. A hole is then drilled into the bone for insertion of the implant. The implant is then placed in the hole and the gum is sutured.
- Osseointegration period: a stage that lasts from three to six months, during which we wait for the cellular filling between the prosthesis and the bone of the patient's mandible or maxilla.
- Placement of the prosthesis: after osseointegration, a new incision must be made in the gum to place the abutment (a component that connects the implant to the prosthesis). Then, the patient's mouth is molded to make the prosthesis, which can be a crown or fixed bridge. The prosthesis is attached to the abutment and the implant, providing a natural look and functionality similar to that of natural teeth.
- Post-treatment care: after performing the implant, it is necessary to follow the rest and recovery period, as instructed by your dentist.
Other common questions about dental implants
Are dental implants painful?
No. In fact, the procedure is done with local anesthesia and conscious sedation, so there is no pain during the surgery.
Are dental implants too expensive?
No. The cost of implants may vary, but the treatment is a long-term investment in the patient's oral health and quality of life.
Do dental implants need to be replaced frequently?
No. In fact, with proper care and regular visits to the dentist, dental implants can last a lifetime.
Can elderly people also have dental implants?
Yes. Elders can also benefit greatly from dental implants, as they help improve their quality of life and oral health.
Our specialized team in implantology, prosthetics, and aesthetics is ready to restore your compromised oral health.
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