What Is an Implant? How Is It Done? How Much Does It Cost?
The question of what an implant is matters most to those with a missing tooth. This treatment replaces missing teeth by inserting a titanium screw into the jawbone and fitting a prosthetic tooth on top of it. The fact that it does not damage the neighbouring teeth is one of the advantages of implant treatment. In this treatment, there is no need to cut or file down the adjacent teeth. In addition, teeth supported by implants can be used as easily as natural teeth. No adaptation period is required.
One of the most important factors for carrying out this treatment is the volume of the jawbone. The bone must have a structure suited to the treatment. If bone density is low, other methods can be used to make the jawbone denser, after which implant treatment can be carried out. Only a specific group of patients, such as those with advanced diabetes and those with bleeding problems, cannot have the treatment. Apart from that, we can say that it is a treatment that can be applied to almost everyone.
How Is the Implant Placed?
Anyone whose jawbone has finished developing, that is, who has reached the age of 18, can have implant treatment. Of course, people are also curious about how the treatment is carried out and what an implant is. Before starting treatment, the jawbone and the remaining teeth must be assessed. In this way, it is possible to prepare the prosthetic tooth best suited to the patient's dental and oral structure. An X-ray is also needed to measure the bone volume of the jaw.
What patients are often most curious about is the stage of implant placement. This procedure can be carried out using 2 different methods. The first is to fit a temporary cap (surgical screw) immediately after the implant is placed. In the second method, the implant is placed and closed over with the gum. Healing is then awaited for a certain period. After that, the process of fitting the prosthetic teeth is carried out. Once the titanium screw has been inserted, you need to wait 3 months for the lower jaw and 4 to 6 months for the upper jaw. This allows complete recovery.
Recently, new techniques have also become part of the answer to what an implant is. For example, zirconia implants are called "new-generation implants". Because zirconia can make implants more resistant, it is being used more and more these days. Zirconia is a material that offers a whiteness close to natural teeth and is frequently used for dental crowns. We can say that this material, which leaves no metallic taste in the mouth, reflects light and does not cause discolouration, does no harm to the body.
What Is the Lifespan of an Implant?
Titanium, which is used in implant treatment, is a durable material like zirconia. So it can be said that the lifespan of implants is extremely long. Lifespan is one of the things patients ask about most when it comes to implants. The mechanical resistance of titanium and zirconia to breaking or bending is extremely high. For this reason, it should be stated that implants can be used for more than 30 years, or even for a lifetime.
In addition, every patient with an implant needs to know that oral health and hygiene must not be neglected. This is because in cases such as neglected dental health and not going to regular dental check-ups, the lifespan of implants can be negatively affected, as can that of the other teeth in the mouth.
How Much Do Implants Cost in 2023?
Those considering an implant to replace missing teeth may also wonder what budget they need for this treatment. First of all, implant prices have not reached the high figures of 2021 as had been expected. However, prices vary depending on many different factors such as the materials used in this procedure and the number of missing teeth the patient has. For this reason, it would not be right to answer questions such as the price of implants in 2023 with a single clear figure. After the examination, clear price information will be given to you.
Do Implants Have Drawbacks?
Unfortunately, there is a lot of incorrect information on the internet, and this information can give rise to mistaken ideas among the public. We can also see that people researching implants online are often very confused. Implant treatment is not harmful. At the same time, we must state that the materials used in the treatment are not harmful and that these materials began to be used in dentistry after a great deal of research.
The titanium implant is one of the materials patients are curious about. It should be known that titanium is a bone-friendly material and causes no damage to the teeth or jaw. Of course, having had an implant does not mean there will be no more dental problems.
Neglecting dental health and hygiene can cause tooth decay. But the cause is not the implant. It should also be noted that it does not cause an allergic reaction in the body. Claims that it causes bone resorption or cancer certainly do not reflect the truth. Instead of relying on such information, discussing the issue with your dentist allows you to obtain much more accurate information. Your dentist will give you the soundest information about this treatment, which has been used for many years and allows you to resolve the problem of missing teeth.
Is Implant Treatment Painful?
First of all, when it comes to implants, the question of pain needs to be addressed. Before the procedure, a local anaesthetic is applied and the area to be treated is numbed. It is therefore not possible for the patient to feel pain during the treatment.
Only on the day of the procedure, once the effect of the anaesthetic has worn off, may slight pain be felt. However, this pain can be controlled with painkillers. You can book an appointment so that the treatment takes place without any worry. As a result, it would not be correct to regard implant treatment as a painful procedure.
The high resistance of the materials used gives implants a very long lifespan. Indeed, one of the reasons implants matter to so many patients is that they can be used for a long time. Today, the implant is presented as the best treatment option for tooth loss. Of course, dental bridges or removable dentures can also be preferred. However, when a comparison is made in terms of comfortable use, we can also say that the implant is a more attractive option for patients.
Patients of all ages may wonder what an implant is, and the treatment can be given to them. It is also worth knowing that this treatment can be applied when several neighbouring teeth have been lost. Quality determines both the lifespan of the inserted teeth and the success of the treatment. When quality materials are used, it is possible to obtain far more satisfying results.
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