Dental Implants FAQ's
Having implants placed is a process, and many people often have a number of questions about the procedure. These are some of the most frequently asked questions we get at our office in Wellington, Fl.
What Are the Key Benefits Offered by Tooth Implants?
Although the cost of dental implant may initially seem higher than most other tooth replacement technologies, if you examine the benefits of these ingenious dental devices and take into account their much greater lifespan, it's not hard to understand why!
You wouldn't expect to pay less for a brand new high quality car than for an old and beat-up car. You also wouldn't expect that high quality car to break down constantly and require attention from the mechanic! This is precisely the difference with teeth implants.
Dental implants are the high performance technology of the dental world.
They last several decades and seldom require any restoration during that period. They are also functionally and aesthetically superior to traditional tooth replacement technologies, such as dental bridges and removable dentures
Are Dental Implants Safe?
This oral system has over a 30-year history. It is one of the safest and most effective ways of replacing missing or damaged teeth. Typically, the post itself is made of titanium, as it is safe and sturdy. This metal has little chance of adverse reaction with the bone and tissue, which allows the bone to fuse to the implant during a process called osseo-integration.
This procedure is the only method known to stimulate your natural bone underneath the missing tooth and keep it from shrinking away. The end result looks and feels like your natural dentition.
Why Are They Made From Titanium?
The base parts that connect to the jaw bone are generally made from titanium. There is good reason for this. When you consider that you need something strong and long lasting, then there is nothing like titanium to do the job. You will have what feels and looks like real teeth. In fact no one will know that it is a implant, unless you tell them.
Those dealing with missing teeth often deal with feelings of embarrassment, as well as physical issues when chewing. Dental implants are an ideal option for those with major gaps where teeth used to be.
How Complex Is the Treatment With Implants?
Sometimes the implant and tooth can be placed on the same day, but often the surgery takes place over three appointments that can take several months to complete. First, the dentist must replace the tooth root with an implant placed under the gums and flush to the jawbone. After approximately three months of healing, the implant will be integrated to the jawbone. In most cases, the patient will then return to have impressions made to capture the exact position of the implants so the final tooth replacement can happen as this impressions will be used to create the custom tooth or teeth at the dental laboratory, which will create custom metal posts that will connected to the implants on top of which the new tooth/teeth will be placed.
Will The Implants Last A Lifetime?
Dental implants are very sturdy and can last for decades if the patient takes the necessary steps to care for them. Overall health, the reason for the original tooth loss, and genetics can have an impact on how well the new teeth take hold. For patients who have a history of bone loss in their family, it may be necessary to be extra cautious when caring for them.
What Special Steps Are Required To Care For The Implants?
These teeth are placed so that they can remain in the mouth for the rest of the patient's life. As long as they are brushed and flossed just like authentic teeth. Once treatment with implants is finished, you need to take care of them just as you do with your teeth or a car, and follow the maintenance protocol you had before or a new one if it is recommended by Dr Rauchwerger, so you can enjoy your teeth for the rest of your life
Will They Ever Fall Out?
One thing that often comes to mind with this procedure is the possibility of the mouth rejecting the new implants. Once they are placed in the jaw, they will stay there for a lifetime. This procedure does not require any blood matching or other prerequisites that could lead to rejection. There are always some cases in which the teeth can fall out, but they are rare and usually due to an extenuating circumstance.
Will I Feel Pain?
Like any other surgery, you will feel a certain amount of discomfort. However, the dentist makes sure you feel the least pain by administering local anesthesia before the procedure.
For most patients' this is enough to make the implant procedure pain free. Should there be some discomfort after the procedure, inform your doctor because he can prescribe some medications to ease any pain.
Anything I Should Know After the Treatment?
Getting small bruises or swelling around your gum is normal after the surgery. You can treat any ensuing discomfort with medication, and you should be able to go on with your daily routine the next day.
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If you are considering dental Implant options, then a good first step would be to set up a consultation with Dr. Sergio Rauchwerger, a dentist who is experienced in the field of implant dentistry in the Wellington, FL area. This is to ensure that implants are suitable for you and can provide a long-lasting treatment to replace missing teeth.
For more information as it relates to how much a dental implant cost, please contact us for a personalized quote at our Smile Designs Office
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