Are you interested in placing dental implants ? Would you like to have your questions answered before planning this operation that will improve your quality of life and the beauty of your smile? If this is your case, keep reading, since we have gathered here simple answers to questions from patients who, like you, have opted for dental implants with prostheses.
Here is a list of 12 frequently asked questions about dental implants, to shed some light on the subject. Also, don’t forget that denturist Isabelle Gaudette remains at your service for any questions regarding the placement of dental implants. In addition, it is important to know that you can benefit from its evaluation completely free of charge. This meeting allows you to know the types of dental implants with prostheses that best meet your condition, your taste and your budget.
1- What is a dental implant?
The dental implant is an artificial root, usually made of titanium, which is inserted firmly into the jaw bone. It acts like the root of a natural tooth and helps support the dental prosthesis or the tooth attached to it.
2- Who takes care of the placement of dental implants?
Only a dental surgeon specializing in the placement of dental implants can install them. Denturist Isabelle Gaudette works with a few dental surgeons and, if necessary, she can recommend other competent professionals.
3- Is the pose painful?
The placement of dental implants is done with local anesthesia, to prevent patients from feeling pain. A mild sedative may also be administered if necessary. Thereafter, it is possible that the placement of dental implants creates a slight discomfort, since the gums remain swollen for some time. We therefore recommend our patients to take an analgesic, and to follow these 5 stages of rehabilitation in order to facilitate the times following the operation.
4- Do dental implants give the impression of having real teeth?
Dental implants give the impression of having real teeth… but with a few extras. You benefit from renewed teeth, very aesthetic and solid, which allows you to eat everything you want, with incomparable and lasting comfort .
5- How long do dental implants last?
Dental implants, properly installed and maintained, can last a lifetime. They are made of resistant metal, very well tolerated by the body, and are firmly implanted in the jawbone.
6- Is it possible to have a dental implant for missing teeth and keep your other natural teeth that are healthy?
Yes, it is quite possible to benefit from the advantages of dental implants when you only have one or a few teeth to replace. A single tooth is then placed on a dental implant. No modification to neighboring natural teeth is required, unlike traditional bridges or partials. This is also one of the great advantages of this advanced technique for replacing one or a few teeth .
7- What are dental implants made of?
Dental implants are made of strong titanium and sit firmly in the jawbone. Titanium is a high quality metal known to be well tolerated by the human body, especially by the bone. Over time, bone forms again around the implant. The dental implant is then said to be osseointegrated, that is to say integrated into the bone .
8- How many meetings take place before the intervention?
The first free evaluation meeting with your denturist allows you to develop a treatment plan based on the condition of your mouth, your choices and your budget. Thereafter, a meeting with the dental surgeon, who validates the treatment plan and performs the intervention.
In some cases, the dentist must perform a bone graft. He can then perform the bone graft and place the dental implants at the same time, or wait a few months before placing the implants.
9- How does the intervention take place?
The procedure is performed by a dental surgeon specializing in the placement of dental implants. After learning about your personalized treatment plan, he proceeds with local anesthesia and then the procedure. It lasts about an hour.
10- How to maintain dental implants?
Dental implants require some maintenance to ensure their longevity . Thus, depending on the type of dental prostheses installed, maintenance can be either easy or even a little more demanding. To help you, your denturist explains how to properly maintain your dental implants and offers you an annual visit to check that everything is in perfect condition.
