DENTAL IMPLANTS

Dental implants are screw-like titanium devices implanted into the jawbone, then covered with dental crowns to replace the missing teeth. Crowns can be porcelain or zirconium, depending on the choice of the patient. The doctors will examine the teeth and gums, and the structure of the chin bone to recommend which type is more suitable. Implants are designed to replace the root of the teeth. Titanium material is compatible with the human body and it does not rust or rot. It is extremely durable and does not break, and they are immune to discoloration. Although the titanium implants usually last for a lifetime, the crowns that will be put onto the titanium implants need proper dental care.

In dental implant applications, artificial tooth roots made of a material such as titanium, compatible with body tissues, are placed in the jawbone with a small surgical procedure in a sterile environment. The implant, which fully adheres to the jawbone in approximately 2-3 months, becomes in a position to carry the prosthesis to be placed on top of it. Existing gaps can be closed by applying it to areas with missing tooth or multiple teeth. Dental implants enable patients who have lost their teeth to smile, talk, perform social activities, eat well and gain the most natural appearance of their teeth.

Successful dental implants should have these qualities:

  • It should be done by dentists who are experts in their field.
  • Implants that are compatible with the jawbone and allow rapid healing should be used.
  • Applied implant should not cause tooth and gum diseases and bone loss.
  • Materials that used should provide the closest appearance to the natural tooth.
 

Implants can be applied to different parts of the body. A dental implant is a type of implant applied inside the mouth. Before the implant treatment, on the basis of tomographic x-ray images, the compatibility of the implants with the bone structure is determined in advance and the roadmap of the procedures to be performed is drawn up. The duration of placing the implant in the patient's mouth varies according to the patient's bone structure, how many implants will be made, general needs and the operation to be performed. An operation can vary from 15 minutes to 1-2 hours. While the entire treatment can be completed in a single operation, it may be necessary to complete the treatment process with several operations.

Process of Dental Implant Applications:

One week after the implant is applied, the first controls are made and the existing sutures are removed. The next process, called "osseointegration", begins with the fusion of the bone and the titanium implant. Although recovery varies from person to person, the average time is between 2.5 and 3 months. At the end of 3 months, if there is no negative development in the gums, the process for prosthesis can begin. This process may take longer if sinus lifting or bone insertion procedures are performed. For example, a waiting period of up to 5-6 months may be needed. Today, with the development of advanced implant materials and new technologies, this process becomes much shorter, and in some cases, a temporary tooth is made on the day of the implant. At the end of 72 hours, a fixed prosthesis can be attached to the implants. This process is called rapid implant, in other words, we can say "immediate loading".

DENTAL IMPLANTS

DENTAL IMPLANTS

  • Average length of stay1 – 3 Day
  • Length of stay in hospitalTwo visits in five months
  • Operation durationone or two hours
  • AnesthesiaLocal Anesthesia or Sedation
  • Recovery DurationTwo Days
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FAQ

How long the dental implants last?

With proper oral hygiene, brushing and flossing, and regular dental check-ups, your implants are expected to last your entire lifetime. Remember, once the implant and crown are placed and completed, it will look and feel just like a natural tooth. As long as you care for it the same way you do your natural teeth it will last longer.

 

Will eating habits change after getting dental implants?

For the first 3-month period of the treatment, doctors will recommend you to stick with a softer diet consisting of softer and easy to chew food. Once the implants are fully merged with the jawbone, you will be able to eat like how you did before. Either way, proper care must be given to the dental implants since they are not natural teeth. 

 

Will there any pain after dental implant treatment?

Since the operation includes drilling the tissue and jawbone, some mild pain will occur after the treatment. The doctors will recommend painkillers for the pain you may experience, and antibiotics to prevent infection. Some swelling may occur on the affected site, but will subside soon as you use the medicine.

 

Who cannot benefit from the dental implants?

Today, the implants can be applied to almost anyone. In case of patients with systemic diseases (diabetes, heart, blood pressure, etc.), permissions can be taken from their doctors if the condition is under control. The duration of the procedure is optimized for their needs and the implant is applied, with the follow-up and approval of the relevant doctor. It is not right to apply an implant without the necessary examinations and permission of the doctor in charge to those who use drugs suppressing the immune system and also for cancer patients (recovered or in treatment). People who have one or more missing teeth are candidates for implant treatment. The dental implant application is a comfortable intraoral treatment that the patients can benefit from who do not have any teeth in the mouth.

 

Can the body reject the dental implant?

Unlike soft tissue transplants, blood type and tissue matching are not a concern with dental implants. They have a very high success rate, and with proper care, you are unlikely to experience significant issues with your implants.

 

Who can have dental implants?

Patients who have lost one or multiple teeth, but have healthy and strong jawbone can apply for dental implants. People with weaker bones on the jawline, bone grafts can be placed within the jaw to be used in dental implants. The dentists will determine if you need any bone grafts or not after the first examination.

 

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