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Dental Implants

Dental implants are a popular and permanent solution to missing teeth. The implant mimics the root of a tooth, helping to preserve the bone density in your jaw.

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About Dental Implants

Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth and are designed to blend in with your other teeth. They are an excellent long-term option for restoring your smile. In fact, the development and use of implants is one of the biggest advances in dentistry in the past 40 years. Dental implants are made up of titanium and other materials that are compatible with the human body. They are posts that are surgically placed in the upper or lower jaw, where they function as a sturdy anchor for replacement teeth.

How They Work

Dental implants are surgically placed in your jawbone, where they serve as the roots of missing teeth. Because the titanium in the implants fuses with your jawbone, the implants won’t slip, make noise or cause bone damage the way fixed bridgework or dentures might. The materials in implants can’t decay, unlike your own teeth which support regular bridgework.

In general, dental implants may be right for you if you:

Have one or more missing teeth

Have healthy oral tissues

Want to improve your speech

Have a jawbone that's reached full growth

Don't have health conditions that will affect bone healing

Are willing to commit several months to the process

Have adequate bone to secure the implants or are able to have a bone graft

Are unable or unwilling to wear dentures

Don't smoke tobacco

How You Prepare

The planning process for dental implants may involve a variety of specialists. Because dental implants require one or more surgical procedures, you must have a thorough evaluation to prepare for the process, including a:

Comprehensive dental exam

You will have dental X-rays and 3D images taken so that models can be made of your teeth and jaw.

Review of your medical history

Tell your doctor about any medical conditions and any medications you take, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs and supplements. If you have certain heart conditions or orthopedic implants, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics before surgery to help prevent infection.

Advantages of Dental Implants

Improved appearance

Easier eating

Durability

Improved speech

Improved self-esteem

Convenience

Improved comfort

Improved oral health

Different Types Of Implants

Full Mouth Implants

Patients who need to replace a full upper and/or lower set of teeth can now receive full mouth implants. An oral surgeon will place 4 implants and then attach a full arch of teeth, giving the procedure its name.

Multiple Implants

Occasionally a patient is missing more than one tooth, but still has healthy gums and surrounding teeth. In this case, multiple implants are the best solution. Two fixtures are implanted and the crown is attached, leaving the natural teeth intact.

Single Tooth Implant

If you have lost a single tooth due to an accident or from periodontal disease, that one tooth can be replaced using a dental implant. Your new tooth will look and function just like your other natural teeth.

What To Expect From Your Implant Visits

At Professional Dental in Utah, your dentist will assess if you’re a suitable candidate for dental implants. After planning your treatment, the implant is surgically placed with sedation for comfort. During the healing period, the bone integrates with the implant. In a follow-up visit, an abutment is attached to hold your custom crowns. To maintain oral health, brush twice daily, floss, and schedule regular follow-up visits.

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Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants are generally very durable and closely replicate the look and feel of a natural tooth when covered with a crown. They offer many benefits over available alternatives.

Durability

The gold standard for treating missing teeth is a titanium dental implant. Dental implants can last longer than alternatives and have a success rate above 97% for 10 years.

For reference, a 2021 review found that complete dentures last an average of 10.1 years. Dental bridges generally need to be replaced every 5 to 15 years.

Prevents bone loss

Dental implants may help prevent bone loss that occurs after you lose a tooth. When you lose a tooth, your jawbone is no longer stressed in that part of your mouth. Over time, your body breaks down and reabsorbs some of the bone tissue.

Keeps adjacent teeth stable

When you’re missing a tooth, the surrounding teeth can migrate toward the gap and cause problems with your bite and ability to chew. An implant can fill the gap between your teeth and keep up the healthTrusted Source of your surrounding teeth by preventing them from drifting.

Behaves like natural teeth when speaking and chewing

A dental implant more closely mimics your natural teeth when chewing than traditional dentures or bridges. It also may help preserve your speech patterns by filling holes in your teeth that cause changes to the way air passes through your mouth when you talk.

Restores bite force

In a 2016 study, researchers found that implant-supported overdentures
of the lower jaw increases biting force compared with traditional dentures.

Improves quality of life

In a 2019 study, researchers reported no implant failures at a three-year follow-up appointment among 98 people who received implant-supported overdentures. The researchers concluded that implant-supported overdentures could increase quality of life with limited risks and high rates of implant survival.

Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6617188/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27496252/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6926561/

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Frequently Asked Questions

More frequent questions about this dental service

How Painful Is Getting A Dental Implant?

While discomfort can vary between people, most individuals report getting their dental implant was much less uncomfortable than they anticipated it to be. During the surgical dental implant procedure, the dentist will give you an anesthetic, so you should feel minimal discomfort if any.

What Can I Eat After Dental Implant Surgery?

For two days following your surgery, drink liquids and consume soft foods only. Examples include yogurt, smooth soups, cottage cheese, ice cream, and mashed potatoes.

Can Your Mouth Reject An Implant?

Very rarely does an individual’s body reject an implant. The jawbone usually readily accepts the dental implant. The very few rejections are due to rare allergies to the titanium alloy that make up the implant. Another reason why an implant could fail is if you don’t take proper care of it after your surgery. Without excellent oral hygiene, natural teeth fail and fall out eventually. Dental implants are no different. When you take good care of your teeth and your implants, it will help prevent gum decay and structure failure later on.

What are dental implants made of?

Dental implants are posts made of titanium and other materials that are accepted by the body. They are surgically placed in the upper or lower jaw, where they anchor replacement teeth.

According to the American Dental Association, dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth, and they are made to blend in with your other teeth. Most patients find that dental implants feel secure and stable, and work as a good substitute for natural teeth.

Source: American Dental Association (MouthHealthy.org)

Who is a good candidate for dental implants?

If you are in good general health, dental implants may be an option for you. Health matters more than age. Your physician may evaluate you before implant surgery is scheduled.

Chronic illnesses, such as diabetes or leukemia, may interfere with healing after surgery, and tobacco use can also slow healing. Talk with your dentist about your health history to find out if dental implants are right for you, or if dentures may be a better choice.

Can You Remove Dental Implants?

You can’t remove dental implants because they’re fixed right into your bone, replacing your teeth in a way that’s closest to your natural teeth.

How Long Do Implants Last?

Dental implants can last a lifetime if you take care of them properly by regularly brushing, flossing and following your dentist’s recommendations. While your dentist can’t guarantee the lifetime success of an implant, they can provide you with suggestions and guidelines on how to take good care of your teeth.

Will Insurance Cover Dental Implants?

Typically, dental insurance doesn’t cover implants. However, more companies are realizing the need for these procedures, so some dental insurance plans cover implants. In many cases, your insurance may help pay for the crown the dentist places on your implant. You may want to call your insurance provider and see if you have coverage for your implants.

What are the phases of getting dental implants?

Getting dental implants generally involves three phases. First, the dentist surgically places the implant in the jawbone. While it heals, you may be asked to eat soft foods, cold foods and warm soup.

Second, the bone heals around the implant through a process called osseointegration, which means it combines with the bone. Some patients wait several months before the replacement teeth are attached, while others can have implants and teeth placed in a single visit. Third, a custom crown, bridge or denture is placed on the dental implants.

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