Dental implants – The implant tooth

Description of the dental implant

Dental implants can be used to replace missing teeth. The implant is integrated into the jaw bone and replace the roots of missing teeth. The implant procedure It may be carried dentist, periodontist, orthopedist, or surgeon. The procedure is done in a few sessions, and carried out within 3-6 months.

Reasons for the installation of a dental implant

Perhaps as a result of lack of teeth injury, illness or decay. Implants may be used to prevent problems, related to the lack of teeth, eg:

• Difficulty in chewing;
• Problems with appearance (eg, depression on the face due to the lack of teeth);
• Problems with the remaining teeth (eg, Teeth can wear out or stagger);

Dental implants can also be used to replace or maintain existing prosthetic dentures.

Possible complications after the installation of dental implants

Problems installing implants are rare, but no procedure does not guarantee the absence of risk. The dentist will examine the risk of these complications:

• Infection at the implant site;
• Adverse reaction to anesthesia (eg, dizziness, lowering blood pressure, breathlessness);
• Injury or damage to nearby teeth;
• Nerve Damage;
• Problems with sinuses (Sinus) – When installing the implants in the upper jaw;
• The implant will be rejected by the body.

How is the installation of a dental implant?

Preparation for the procedure

Installing implants require several surgeries. Before, how to install the implants, you need to undergo a thorough dental examination, including:

• Run tooth x-ray;
• Make a model of teeth.

Dentist develops a treatment plan. Before treatment:

• Consult your doctor about the drugs taken. A week before surgery you may be asked to stop taking some medicines:
  • Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (eg, Ibuprofen, naproxen);
  • Blood-thinning drugs, such as warfarin;
  • Antiplatelet drugs, such as clopidogrel.

Besides, tell the dentist about the presence of heart disease or disease of the joints. Maybe, you have to take antibiotics, to prevent infection.

Anesthesia

During the procedure, local anesthesia can be used, anaesthetises that only a small area in the mouth, or general anesthesia (the entire body is put to sleep). Talk with your dentist, to determine, which option is best for your case.

Description of the installation procedure of the dental implant

IN first visit a doctor would implant is installed. Mage slot right, to get to the bone in the jaw. It is drilled hole and the implant has been implanted in the implant of titanium or other material. He is deeply embedded in the jaw bone. Dentist zašivaet right over implants. You must wait 3-6 months, until the implant to the bone of the jaw srastetsya.

Next, second visit, Doctor opens and inserts the implant extender, It called support or abutment tooth, which will protrude slightly above the gum. This is done for installation over the abutment crowns. For some types of implant, the implant and the abutment can be installed during a single visit. The dentist also makes an impression of the upper and lower jaw, which will be used to create the crown in the dental studio. Before the manufacture of permanent, established temporary crown.

Constant bit set to third visit, after, as the gum around the tooth healed support (usually 2-3 of the week).

How long will the installation of a dental implant?

Three visits to stretch 3-6 months. Each visit lasts 30-60 minutes. But, Sometimes the first visit to the implant can take several hours.

Installing a dental implant – Will it hurt?

Sometimes you may feel some pain in the gums around the implant. Your dentist may prescribe pain medication.

Care after the installation of a dental implant

Care in a hospital

You'll be able to go home right after the procedure, If you use local anesthesia. If you have general anesthesia, need, someone to drive you home.

Home Care

When you return home, Follow these instructions:

• You have to eat soft foods for a few days after, as the implant is in place. Your dentist will tell you, what foods are safe for consumption;
• You will need to visit the dentist regularly, to monitor the condition of the implants, teeth, right, To make sure, that they are healthy;
• Avoid habits, which can damage teeth, such as biting cold cream, nail obkusyvaniya, and creaking teeth;
• Practice good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth twice a day and once a day thread. Visit your dentist regularly for cleaning and inspection;
• Be sure to follow the instructions of the dentist.

Contact your doctor after installing the dental implant

Immediately after the procedure, some time may be swelling or discomfort. Refer to the dentist, If the pain increases.