Dental Implants

For centuries man has endeavored to find a more natural replacement for missing teeth. Modern, space age materials have allowed that quest to become a reality. Today’s dental implant is possible because of these materials combined with years of research and clinical trials. The dental implant is truly the most natural solution for missing teeth.

But what exactly is a dental implant? There are basically two types of implants. Those that are placed on the jaw bone, but under the gums, and those that fit into the jawbone similar to the root of a natural tooth. Each type offers solid, non–mobile support for replacement teeth which act and feel like natural teeth. Since both types are attached to your jawbone they can provide distinct advantages over traditional methods of replacing missing teeth.

Implants restore proper chewing function and so you can enjoy foods previously too “Difficult” to eat.

You feel confident that your replacement teeth won’t move or loosen.

You regain the closest thing to the look, feel and function of your natural teeth.

Throw away those sticky adhesives.

Forget about unsightly partial denture clasps which place damaging pressure on remaining natural teeth.

Eliminate irritated and painful gums.

Improve your speech by eliminating or reducing the “Fullness” of full or partial dentures.

Replace missing teeth with the look and feel of natural teeth without having to “Cut down” healthy teeth.

Dental implants help stop the progressive bone loss and shrinkage of your jawbone by “Mimicking” the roots of natural teeth.

Dental implants are clinically proven with a success rate in excess of 90%.

Clearly dental implants are one of the finest treatment options dentistry has to offer. With their ability to improve the quality of your life and health it’s easy to understand why they have become the accepted alternative to traditional methods of replacing missing teeth.

Single Tooth Missing

The single tooth implant restoration consists of three parts. Namely, the implant post which replaces the tooth root, the abutment which will support the crown and the prosthetic crown itself. The crown is either cemented onto the abutment or held in place with a screw.

With today's developments, there are a variety of implant systems, models and ranges available. Each line catering to the individualized needs of patients.

A single tooth implant with crown is one of the best permanent restorations. This solution both looks and functions just like a natural tooth.

Multiple Tooth Missing

If multiple teeth are missing in different parts of the mouth, several single tooth implants are good replacement restorations.

If multiple teeth are missing within the same region, several missing teeth can sometimes be replaced with fewer implants because dental implants are stronger than the natural tooth roots. This solution includes having implant fixed bridges done.

An implant fixed bridge is very much like a conventional bridge except the support is actually over implants rather than natural teeth. The implants themselves act as man-made roots. A great advantage is that this is that it is self-supporting unlike conventional tooth-supported bridges that puts a heavier load on the remaining teeth.

All Teeth Missing

When all teeth are missing or in a condition that all teeth need to be replaced, there are two basically types of full arch implant reconstructions options: 1. Fixed bridges anchored to dental implants 2. Implant Supported Dentures Fixed Bridges anchored to dental implants: With today's technologies, it is possible to replace a full jaw with dental implants and a fixed bridge that results in a permanent, stable and high esthetic solution similiar to having a new set of teeth again. Implant Supported Dentures: Implants allow you to wear full dentures (overdentures) and partial dentures without worrying that they will slip or fall out. Having implants to support these dentures also means that the base of the denture can be made much smaller and more comfortable. For overdentures, implants with screws placed in the jaw will serve as attachments for a metal bar, which will help support a removable denture.