Dental implants
Explained

Despite huge advancements in dental healthcare, people are still losing their teeth due to various oral problems such as tooth decay, periodontal disease, or injury. For many years, the only treatment options for replacing missing teeth were removable dentures and bridges.

In today’s era of technology, dental implants are one of the best treatment options which can act as a natural tooth. Do you have a missing tooth, and are you looking for the best treatment option? If yes, we have the best dental surgeons at Infinitysmiles trained in dental implant surgeries.

Who can receive dental implant treatment?

In most cases, if someone is healthy enough who can have a routine dental extraction or oral surgery without complications can be considered the right candidate for a dental implant.

The other criteria are to have healthy gums and enough bone density to hold the implant. One of the most imperative points is the commitment of the patient to maintain good oral hygiene Heavy smokers, people suffering from uncontrolled systemic disorders

What Exactly Is
Dental Implant?

Implants form a durable base for fixed or removable replacement teeth. These dental prostheses are manufactured in a way that matches normal teeth.

There are two kinds of dental implants?

Endosteal which is also called implant inside the bone
Subperiosteal the implant is kept on top of the jawbone under the gum tissue.

The Subperiosteal is no longer in use due to many reasons among all the reasons poor long-term outcome of the subperiosteal implant is highlighted in contrast to endosteal dental implants.

If you or a loved one has lost all the teeth due to decay or gum disease, we have the best option for you at Infinitysmiles that provides a very stable and comfortable prosthesis. This dental treatment only requires the use of a minimal number of implants such as the “All-On-4” technique.

In such methods, four implants are utilized to replace all teeth in the upper or lower arch. The implants are placed in areas of good strong bone. Without a doubt, implant dentistry at Infinitysmiles has more treatment options to replace single and multiple missing teeth with long-term durability and contributes to restoring oral health.

Now the question is what are the Advantages of Dental Implants?

The dental implants are the best choice for you for the following reasons:

Enhanced appearance

Dental implants are the best teeth replacement options because they look like natural teeth.
Better speech

Dental implants allow the person to speak with confidence because these are fixed.
Improved ease

Dental implants remove the discomfort that is caused due to removable dentures.
Easier eating

Dental implants work like real teeth, so what are you waiting for you can eat food with confidence and without pain.
Improved confidence

Dental implants will restore your smile and help you feel better while smiling.
Improved oral health

Dental implants improve oral health in long term because with the implant one can easily clean the teeth can maintain good oral health.
Durability

Implants last for many years if taken good care of it.

What happens during and after dental implant surgery?

Consult and planning stage

At the Infinitysmiles the expert dental surgeon will examine the site in the mouth where a dental implant is being considered as well as check the dental imaging to take the final, decision. The quality and quantity of jawbone are examined in the consultation appointment.

After the completion of the assessment, a dental implant can be placed in the anticipated location, the patient will return for surgical procedures for the dental implant(s). The patient is given a local anesthetic to numb the surgical area as well as any other sedatives necessary for comfort and anxiety.

The first stage of oral surgery

If severely decayed teeth are present, then teeth extraction is done. Oftentimes, because the site of a dental implant often has damaged tooth present. The site will be untouched to let it heal for two to six months. If you have a missing tooth and bone loss is present, it will require a different bone graft.

This procedure of dental implant surgery involves six or more months of healing. In some instances, when enough bone is present, the injured tooth can be extracted, and implants can also be placed on the same day. This kind of implant is called “immediate implant” placement.

The dental implant (titanium post) is drilled in the jawbone with a specific tool. When you have completed the dental implant surgery at the Infinitysmiles the dental surgeon will place a “healing cap” over the implant, after that the gum is stitched up, and from here your healing phase begins.

After the healing phase, the dental implant is checked and observed by our expert dentists to verify the success of the implants. A prosthetic part is soon connected to the dental implant via a screw.

Do you want to know How Successful Are Dental Implants?

The expert dentist at Infinitysmiles says that Success rates of dental implants differ, it depends upon where in the jaw the dental implants are placed but, in general, dental implants have a success rate of up to 98%. If due attention and care are provided.

What happens during and after dental implant surgery?

Consult and planning stage

Will I feel pain when I will be getting a Dental Implant?

The main step in the placement of dental implants is the processing of a customized treatment plan. This shows the expertise of the team of professionals who are specially trained and skilled in oral surgery and restorative dentistry.

The tooth root implant is a small post that is composed of titanium. These titanium posts are embedded into the bone socket of the missing tooth. With the time jawbone heals, it covers the metal post, which secures anchorage of the jaw. The process of healing can take from a week to 12 weeks.

Is dental implant surgery painful?

Are you preparing yourself for dental implant surgery? If yes stay relaxed because the Dental implant surgery is usually completed under local anesthetic, and therefore, no pain during the procedure. At Infinitysmiles we make sure that the patient comes and leaves the clinic with a happy face.

When the effect of local anesthetic is finished you may have felt slight discomfort. However, in general, most people will feel discomfort like a tooth extraction afterward. To avoid swelling and pain A pack of some ice packs is placed on the skin over the area of surgery proximately after treatment to help reduce swelling.

This pain typically can be managed with over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil) or Calpol. To construct teeth, the dental team at our prestigious clinic will make impressions of your teeth and creates a model of your bite (which captures all of your teeth, their type, and arrangement). A crown is then combined with the abutment which functions like a normal tooth.

The dentist at Infinitysmiles will match the color of the new teeth to your natural teeth. If you think you need dental implants to regain your beautiful smile and you want to know more about it then call us at Infinitysmiles right away!!