Information About Dental Implants Along With Their Dangers

By Tiara Padri


The artificial teeth that are put in the jaws for holding replacement teeth or bridges are known as dental implants. People lose teeth due to many reasons, some of which include periodontal infection, failure of endodontics or injuries. Whereas traditional bridgework is equally vital, dental implants tend to be more tooth-saving. Preference for this technique is based on the fact that it ensures there is no need for removable partial dentures and offers support for the dentures, making them really secure and comfortable.

There are two main stages involved in the procedure. These are separated by between three and nine months of recovery time. The first of these stages is dental implant surgery in which the dental experts insert metal screws into the jaw bones. Because of its location in the jaw bone, the screw cannot be seen. The only thing that can be seen is a prop that is usually screwed onto it.

There is the restoration stage. Time is required for the implant to take hold, normally three to nine months that depend on the rate of healing of the individual. The permanent crown is attached once the implant is firmly set inside the jaw bone.

Whereas implants have become so common and effective in most instances, there are other alternatives that also come in handy. For instance, there are cases in which non-implant procedures would be better options. The fixed devices that are used as a replacement for missing teeth are known as bridges. They are made of one or more false teeth which are rigidly fixed to nearby teeth through the use of crowns.

The technique is perfect for replacement of one or two teeth. It has the advantage of being very stable and not easily removable. Bridges do not however replace missing bones or gum tissue. The shortcoming of the technique is that the teeth that are meant to offer support to the bridges may either fail to be rigid enough to bear the additional load, or may be in the wrong places. Successful bridges may go for up to thirty five years.

The appliances may either be removable partial dentures or complete dentures. The removable partial dentures are useful for persons missing several teeth in the same jaw. They are larger than bridges and are held in the mouth through holding remaining teeth. For individuals missing all teeth in either the lower or upper arch, complete dentures are made use of.

The cost of undergoing dental implant procedures may be well out of reach of most people without insurance. Generally, the cost depends on factors such as the dentist one goes for and how severe their situation is. Permanent poles would cost between $2000 and $100000. For basic implants, the cost would range from $1250 and $3000. The cost would go up to $30000 in the event that there are additional things like sinus elevation and bone generation.

The risks associated with dental implants are varied too. In the course of placing an implant, there could be infections. Any direct contact with nerves or inflammation of surrounding areas would lead to nerve damage. The condition called gingival hyperplasia may also arise, and is characterized by excess of gum tissue.




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