With today's advancements in dental implant and bonegrafting techniques,
materials and technologies, almost anyone with missing teeth can
now have dental implant treatments done. Conventional implants
techniques have had good long-standing success rates.
Also due to new developments in implant
technologies and techniques, immediate
implants and immediate loaded implants are now possible
that can dramatically shorten treatment.
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Conventional Dental Implants Procedure
The implant procedure is the same whether one or all teeth are missing.
Below outlines what you may expect during dental implant treatment:
- First evaluation and x-ray
- A panoramic x-ray and oral examination is done
to determine implant site and bone condition
- Implant site preparation
- The gum tissue is opened to expose the bone
area where the implant will be placed
- In situations where there is insufficient bone
structure, bone grafting may be a recommended procedure
- Once healthy bone material has been established,
the implant is ready to be put into place
- Placing the Implant
- After the bone has been prepared, the implant
is embedded and the tissue is sutured
- Healing Process - Osseointegration
- The implant is left to integrate and heal with
the jaw bone
- The sutures are typically removed seven to
fourteen days after surgery
- Attaching the Abutment or metal bar/ball
- When the gum tissue is ready, a special abutment
or metal bar/ball is attached to the implant
- If crowns or bridges are opted, an abutment
is placed and this provides the support for the new crown or
bridge. Today's technologies often include the abutments attached
to the implant post.
- If overdentures are opted, the metal bar/ball
is placed and is the the clip used to securely retend the set
of new overdentures
- Placing the Crown/Bridge or Overdenture
- A fter impressions are taken, the crown/bridge
or overdenture is made
- If crowns or bridges are opted, it is then
fixed over the post and cemented or screwed on.
- If overdentures are opted, they are simply
snapped onto the metal bars or balls
Recovery Expectations
Following placement of the artificial roots in the jaw, the bone may
be sore and the surrounding gums tender and swollen. Patients are, however,
able to go about their normal daily activities a day after surgery avoiding
any rigorous physical exercises or activities.
Postcare Instructions for Dental Implants
- Only liquid foods may be consumed during the first
day in order to avoid inadvertent food particles contaminating the
wound and semi-liquid (Mashed) food added during the rest of the week
- Avoid eating or drinking anything very hot or cold
during the first day after the operation
- Moderate post-operative swelling is a normal reaction.
However, If you have excessive swelling, severe pain or persistent
bleeding please contact the clinic
- Use antiseptic mouth wash rinses as directed
- Smoking and consumption of alcoholic beverages should
be avoided
- Old dentures may not be worn until adjustments have
been made. Early insertion of dentures may delay or affect healing
- Avoid putting heavy pressure around the implant
site during healing period
Care for Dental Implants
Dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing,
flossing, and regular dental check-ups:
- Brush after eating and before bedtime around the
implant with a soft toothbrush
- Floss at least once to twice a day. Use the proxy
brush or floss threader to remove plaque under and around these areas
to maintain good oral hygiene. Buildup of food debris and plaque on
your teeth and gums can become infected.
- Rinse with fluoride rinse before bed. Swish the fluoride
rinse vigorously in your mouth for at least one minute. Do not swallow
any of the rinse and do not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes
- Be careful about chewing toffees, gum, grainy rolls
and tough food in this area
- See your dentist for regular professional check-ups
and cleanings
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