Implants are titanium based artificial tooth roots, which are surgically inserted into the patients jaw.
They help to restore patient’s ability to chew and enhance appearance, as the crown of the tooth will get attached to the implant.
Importance of replacing one's lost tooth
- Incase of patient who has lost their tooth or teeth due to trauma or severe carious infection, are in urgent need to replace their missing teeth.
- It is very essential to replace the missing teeth with an artificial teeth as one can experience rapid bone loss, defective speech, or changes to chewing patterns that result in discomfort and spacing between the teeth.
- Alterations in the chewing pattern can effect the overall health of the patient resulting in acidity, constipation, indigestion and so on.
- Replacing the missing tooth with implants will drastically enhance the quality of life and health of the patient.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Structure of Dental Implant
Dental implant is made up of a dental implant body and it’s abutment. Some cases may also require an abutment fixation screw.
Dental implants acts as the root of the tooth which is surgically placed in the jawbone.
The implant abutment is then attached to the implant body, that goes beyond the gum line.
Over which a crown is placed that will restore the functions of the missing teeth
Patient selection for Dental Implants
Before undergoing for the dental implant procedure, talk to the concern dentist regarding the do’s and don’ts of implants and criteria regarding the same.
Not all patients can be treated using dental implants. Here are certain criteria that fulfills the need for undergoing dental implant procedures.
- Medically compromised patients cannot undergo dental implant treatment
- Uncontrolled diabetic patients have comparatively slower healing capacity, hence are not fit for dental implants.
- Smoking can also effect healing hence does not fit in the criteria for dental implants.
Instructions to be followed after the Dental Implant placement
- One has to strictly follow and maintain their oral hygiene as instructed by their dentist. Patient needs to brush the implant and it’s surrounding area quite well. This will enhance the success of implant placement.
- Avoiding eating crispy food that might infect the gums near implant for example wafers and samosa.
- Schedule for regular check ups as discussed with your dentist
- Incase of any pain or discomfort, immediately inform the dentist.
