Dental implants
Dental implants can help restore function, where teeth are no longer present or where a tooth has a poor prognosis. They are made of titanium and replace the root structure to help support crowns, bridges or denture.
They can even help stabilise loose dentures if there is enough bone still present, There are a number of steps involved, so let us help guide you through the process...
Diagnosis and treatment planning
This stage is about deciding on the best treatment plan for you. An assessment with Mr Varma is an important first step. At this stage Rajesh will go through your individual needs and discuss all your available options. He will take into your account your, medical history and X-rays or scans, and will discuss a suitable solution. After this appointment you will suitable informed to make a decision on if dental implants or an alternative solution is the best way to proceed.
Implant surgery
Having decided that dental implants meet your requirements. A suitable appointment will be arranged for Mr. Varma to place the dental implant - the titanium root. This is a minor surgical procedure. It is most commonly carried out under local anesthesia.
At this stage if required a bone graft procedure may be carried out to replace lost bone structure that can occur after a tooth or teeth are lost.
Healing
After surgery, the implant needs time to integrate with your jawbone. How long this takes varies from case to case. For some this healing period can take six weeks, for others it’s six months. During the healing phase, a temporary tooth, denture or bridge can be put in place.
Mr. Varma, will provide you with the best post-operative care instructions. Soft tissue usually repairs within a week or two, but the bone around a dental implant can take several months to heal. It’s important to avoid overloading your implant and to maintain a soft food diet during this time – excessive loading can cause it to move or fail.
Final restoration
This is when the final abutment and restoration are connected to your dental implant. Rajesh works closely with a select number of laboratory technicians with the aim of producing a lasting restoration.
Regular check-ups and a good oral hygiene regime are essential for maintaining healthy implants. Just like natural teeth, they are susceptible to plaque build-up – it can have a detrimental effect on their long-term success. To avoid this, use special flosses and interdental brushes made specifically for small spaces and cleaning below the gum line.
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Mr Rajesh Varma
Location: Kimboton Dental Practice.: 01234 355966
Rebecca Katesmark
Location: Wayside Dental Practice: 01582 712470
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