Implants are metal elements that are surgically placed in the jawbones, under the gums. Once in place, the dentist can place fixed crowns or bridges over them that will replace lost teeth.
How do dental implants work?
The implant fuses with the jawbone, providing stable support for artificial teeth. Prosthetics and bridges placed on implants do not slip or run in the mouth, which is an especially important advantage for chewing and speaking. This adaptation helps prostheses and bridges (as well as individual crowns placed on implants) feel more natural than conventional ones.
For some people, ordinary bridges or prostheses are uncomfortable because they irritate, have too narrow edges, or cause nausea. In addition, traditional bridges must be attached to the teeth on both sides of the empty space. An advantage of implants is that it is not necessary to wear down the adjacent teeth to support the replacement teeth.
To receive implants, you need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. The patient must also assume the commitment to keep these structures healthy. Meticulous oral hygiene and regular dental visits are essential for dental implants to be successful in the long term.
Implants are more expensive than other dental replacement methods, and most insurance companies do not cover them, or cover less than 10 percent of the fees.
Two types of implants safe:
Endosteal implants: These are surgically implanted directly into the jawbones. Once the surrounding tissue has healed, a second surgery is required to connect a post over the original implant. Finally, an artificial tooth (or several) is placed on the post. The teeth will be individual, or they will be grouped in a bridge or fixed prosthesis.
Subperiosteal implant: these consist of a kind of mount that is placed in the jawbones just below the gum. With healing of the gums, the frame is attached to the jawbone. The posts, which are attached to the mount, protrude through the gums. As with endosteal implants, artificial teeth are placed on these posts.
Posts surgically placed below the gums.
Artificial teeth, grouped in a bridge that is then placed on the posts.
Implants provide a stable and secure fit.
Implants serve as the foundation for replacement teeth.
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