{"id":159,"date":"2013-10-16T01:58:13","date_gmt":"2013-10-16T01:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=159"},"modified":"2017-05-10T16:48:50","modified_gmt":"2017-05-10T16:48:50","slug":"depth-look-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2013\/10\/depth-look-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"A More In-Depth Look into Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"What Are Dental Implants?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dental implants<\/a> are a dental procedure and apparatus specifically designed to replace individual teeth. \u00a0The result is a natural looking tooth crown. \u00a0Implants are made of several individual elements; the actual implant which is integrated into the maxillary and mandibular bones, an abutment which is designed to fit on top of the portion of the titanium that can be seen above the gumline, and finally the artificial tooth looking crown. \u00a0The crown is designed to look exactly like the missing natural tooth and is formulated by your restorative dentist and then attached onto the abutment. \u00a0\u00a0The final product will give the appearance of anatomy as well as the physiology of the natural teeth. \u00a0The key ingredient in the success of dental implants is osseointegration. \u00a0Osseointegration is a process involving the natural existing bone growing up to the surface of the titanium implant. \u00a0Titanium has been chosen by dentists as the key material for implants due to it\u2019s osseointegrative properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dental implant surgery can be performed on close to anyone that is missing a tooth, teeth, or that has teeth that are designated for extraction. \u00a0The presence of healthy mandibular or maxillary bones are required to stabilize the implant under the forces involved with daily life and eating. \u00a0The following is a list of indications for dental implant surgery:<\/span><\/p>\n

Periodontal Disease;<\/strong> \u00a0When gingivitis (disease of the gums with no bone loss) progresses to periodontitis (gum disease including loss of bone structure or loss of the attachment apparatus) can be damaging to the tooth attachment apparatus in such a fashion that the teeth are either lost or are required to be extracted. \u00a0Surgery in these cases are generally successful as long as the existing alveolar bone is healthy enough to support the implant.<\/span><\/p>\n

Implants vs. Dentures;<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0Implants are versatile in these situations and can be used as an alternative, a replacements, or a stabilization mechanism for partial dentures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chipped, missing, or cracked teeth;<\/strong> \u00a0Many of these situations can be successfully resolved using a dental implant procedure. \u00a0Whatever the etiology (decay, trauma, etc.) the teeth that cannot be otherwise repaired can benefit from this procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the Procedure?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The process of placing dental implants begins with a careful plan for surgery. \u00a0Before surgery begins a plan is needed to take vital structures such as existing maxillary and mandibular bone, any nearby nerves, and structures like the maxillary sinus into account. \u00a0Furthermore, the exact form of the existing bone structure needs to be viewed and observed in order to install the implant for the best and most successful possible results. \u00a0\u00a0X-rays, MRI\u2019s, or CT scans can be analyzed to provide for the most accurate information available.<\/span><\/p>\n

The first step in the surgery is an entrance into the bone. \u00a0This can be done using specific drills. \u00a0The implant is then placed into the bone. \u00a0A certain amount of time is then given in order for the implant and the bone to undergo osseointegration. \u00a0Temporary crowns can be used in order to maintain asthetics during this wait time.<\/span><\/p>\n

The allotted time for osseointegration of the implant and the alveolar bone is constantly under debate and there has not yet been any specific number agreed upon at this time. \u00a0With this taken into consideration, the time that is required to pass for a practicioner to allow implants to heal before the commencement of the surgery and final placement of the abutment and crown can have a wide range. \u00a0Two to six months is a general range that the practitioners will allow for healing. \u00a0Several studies have shown the problematic nature of cutting the time for healing too short.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the Longevity of Dental Implants?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In an ideal situation, implants are permanent. \u00a0The strength resulting from the osseointegration and materials used provides for a long life for the implant.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are there Specific Care Instructions?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dental Implants should be treated just as the natural teeth should be. \u00a0Proper care and regular dental visits are essential for the avoidance of problematic situations. \u00a0Even though the surgery removes the periodontal ligament from the tooth and the attachment is secure, gingival problems can still arise and should be avoided.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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