Dental implants. Return to a full life after dental implants.
A dental implant is a metal screw that replaces the root of a living tooth or teeth. This screw is screwed into the jawbone to be used to place crowns, bridges, or dentures on it over time. It is an almost exact replica of a real tooth, root and other components.
Dental implants can make significant changes in a patient's life. Thanks to many years of development and improvement of this unique dental development, such as dental implants, a person who has lost the ability to smile sincerely and chew food without hesitation has the opportunity to return to normal life. Compared to other dental developments, modern dental implants are a long-term and complete solution to the problem of missing teeth.
Indications for dental implantation.
One of the indications for implantation is a defect in the dentition (single), provided that the adjacent teeth are healthy. At the same time, teeth for crowns, bridges and other types of structures are not significantly ground.
Another indication for implantation is a limited defect in the dentition, that is, if a person is missing 2 or 3 teeth in a row. In this case, there are several variations of restoration.
The complete absence of teeth, especially with a decrease in the height of the alveolar ridge, is an obvious indication for both implantation and removable prosthetics. A person may not be mentally prepared to take off dentures at night, while an alternative treatment method would be dental implantation.
Another peculiarity is individual intolerance to removable dentures, as a result of increased sensitivity to the components of the denture, as a pronounced gag reflex is possible.
What is dental implantation - implantation techniques.
There are several methods of dental implantation in modern dentistry. They are divided into classical or two-stage and one-stage (single-phase). The logic of choosing an implantation technique depends on the patient's clinical case. There are a number of different needs, such as aesthetics, speed of execution, etc. Therefore, we use different implantation techniques in our dental clinic.
Two-stage implantation (classic ) involves a dental surgery, during which the dental implant is screwed into the maxillofacial bone, after which the gum is sutured. A few months after healing, the second stage of dental implant placement is performed - a minor operation in which the implant is exposed and the abutment is attached. In the classical method of dental implantation, mainly endosteal (intraosseous) implants are used.
One-stage dental implantation. This technique involves placing the abutment in the jaw along with screwing in the implant. In this case, no surgical intervention is used - the gums are not cut and no sutures are applied. With this method, the crown can be placed within a week. This method of dental implantation has been used for 15 years in all European countries.
It is called differently, you can find the following terms:
- One-stage dental implantation.
- Non-surgical implantation with immediate loading.
- Bloodless and seamless dental implantation.
- Express or quick dental implantation.
- Endoscopic implantation.
- Transgingival dental implantation.
- Minimally invasive dental implantation.
At Aleksyuka Dental Clinic, one-stage and two-stage methods are performed using different systems. Dentists carefully select the size of implants and systems for you individually, according to medical indications.
The process of placing dental implants:
- The first visit. The process of dental implantation should begin with a thorough assessment of both the patient's dental and general health.
- A panoramic X-ray is taken.
- Computed tomography of the jaws is performed.
- After examining the patient, a comprehensive treatment plan is developed. Then, if no contraindications are found, the dental implant is surgically screwed into the jaw under local anesthesia.
- The healing stage. The duration of healing mainly depends on the amount and quality of the patient's jawbone. It takes about three to six months. Next, gum formers are installed.
- After 10 days, the impressions are taken.
- After 2-3 weeks, suprastructures and crowns are placed.
- Once the osseointegration process is complete, the implant can be used to support artificial teeth.
How safe are dental implants?
Dental implantation is a well-established method of treatment, the statistics of which over the past ten years show that more than 99% of patients have been successful. It should be noted that dental implants are made of titanium, and titanium is a metal that has proven itself so well that it is used in hip replacements. The great thing about dental implants is that they look natural, and no one can distinguish them from natural teeth. In addition, they also feel no different from natural teeth. It is not uncommon for wearers of loose-fitting dentures to whisper or talk through their teeth. For owners of dental implants, any speech defects are very rare. This is because the implants are held firmly and their owner speaks freely without fear of them falling out.
How much does dental implantation cost in Dentistry "Oleksiuk" in Ternopil? Ternopil.
Prices for dental implants depend on many factors. The most important factors are the chosen methods and the complexity of the work. The approach to each patient is individual. The price also depends on the number of implants. In any case, in dentistry "Oleksiuk" you will be offered all the options for implantation. Our doctors have studied and are constantly improving their skills with European and American dental scientists. In our clinic, we use only modern equipment and high-quality materials for implantation. Reviews about dental implants in our dentistry are only positive.