Dental implants are designed to simulate the root of a tooth at Toronto dentist. Generally they are made from titanium. Most implants are used as a platform for dental restorations. In dentistry, restorations are used to replace teeth. Crowns, dentures and bridges are examples of restorations that are used with implants.
In the past, blade endosseous and subperiosteal implants were used. Blade endosseous structures were made from metal and resembled flat blades. They were placed inside the bone. Subperiosteal implants were invented to attach to exposed jawbones. Today, root-form endosseous implants are most common. They are placed within the bone. These structures are similar to natural tooth roots in their look and feel.
These structures are primarily composed of pure titanium. The screws used for the implant are made to copy the natural root with a smooth or rough surface. The surface can be manipulated through anodizing, sandblasting, plasma spraying or etching.
In preparation for implantation, a dentist may have a patient undergo other procedures. Two-dimensional radiographs are often suggested because they allow the surgeon to assess the dimensions of the mouth. This is helpful when it comes to sizing and placing implants. CT scans are done too. In order to help facilitate placement, a doctor may add stents to the mouth prior to surgery.
Surgeons will use hand osteotomes or precision drills to work on the area. After the screw is implanted, the bone is given time to grow. This is a process called osseointegration. After it has grown to the surface of the implant, restorations are usually added. The surgeon, procedure and bone all factor into how long of a process this can be.
There are a lot of factors that influence healing time. Patients must make sure to maintain the structures and follow post-procedure instructions. They should also maintain a healthy lifestyle and practice good oral hygiene. The success rate of this procedure is around 95 percent. Generally when the surgery fails it is because osseointegration did not occur.
Patients must realize that this type of dentistry requires maintenance after the implantation and restoration. Likewise, the success of this procedure is in large part due to the condition of the bone. This structure should have enough mass and strength to support the structure. If it does not, a bone graft procedure may fix the problem.
Every surgery carries its risks and complications. There are complications to be aware dental implant surgery. Infection in the gums and bones is not uncommon. A patient may also experience inflammation in those areas. The incision line can open up. Usually this is only a concern within the first few days after the procedure. If this occurs, it can cause serious health problems. In some cases, bone loss and periodontal disease afflict the natural teeth that surround the implant. Metal fixtures from the implant or restoration can come out; however, it is not common. The body may reject the implant if it recognizes it as a foreign object. A patient who experiences any degree of complications should consult their doctor immediately. Left untreated, these issues can be dangerous.
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