Dental implants are a popular treatment used to replace teeth that you have lost or need to be extracted on a long-term basis.
Implants function like toothed roots and look similar to real teeth in the mouth. The following steps explain how dental implants are made:
Preliminary Study: The dentist will do a preliminary study to determine the number of implants you need and to find out if you have enough bone to place them.
Maxillary Sinus Lift: In cases where there is not enough bone height in the upper jaw, the implantologist or maxillary surgeon will perform an operation called a maxillary sinus lift.
Implant Placement: Implants will be placed in the maxillary or mandibular bone under local anesthesia. The implant must be firmly attached to the bone, therefore, in the processes agreed with our dentist for the placement of the definitive implant prosthesis, or in the shortest possible time, a temporary prosthesis will be placed to cover the missing tooth.
Definitive Denture: After the implant is integrated into the bone, the doctor will place the definitive prosthesis (the visible outer part of the tooth) that is attached or screwed to the implant.
The dental implant process is a long-term treatment and is recommended to be done under the guidance and counseling of your dentist. Implants will have a similar appearance and function to your natural teeth and will protect your oral health.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are surgical tools designed to replace teeth you have lost. It is made of metallic materials placed on the upper jawbone and a permanent dental prosthesis in the form of a crown or bridge is placed by the dentist.
Dental implants are an ideal option to replace lost teeth and maintain oral health. Patients who have healthy oral tissues, have good bone quality or require bone grafting, do not want to wear a removable dental prosthesis, want to improve their chewing and phonation skills, want to increase their self-confidence, and have general diseases (eg diabetes) can benefit from such treatments.
