# Dental Implants

Dental implants are artificial replacements for real tooth roots. They are used to firmly support permanent or removable teeth. Dental implants are considered by many as an alternative to bridges and dentures. Once the dental implants are implanted in the mouth, they fuse with the bone which make them permanent. One of the advantages of dental implants is that they do not slip out of the mouth while speaking, unlike dentures, which have a tendency of falling especially when they are not equipped properly. Since dental implants function like real teeth, they allow you to eat normally, unlike dentures. The installation of dental implants does not require reducing other teeth in order to support the implants, and this supports long-term oral health. Dental implants are very easy to maintain, and they can last for many years. In general, dental implant surgery has a success rate of 98% depending on the placement of the dental implants. Dental implants are not covered by dental insurance. Book an appointment with Avenue Dental Care to learn more our dental implant services.

#### Are Dental Implants Right for Me?

Anyone healthy enough may undergo dental implant surgery. You must have healthy gums and bones in order to hold the implants in place. Your commitment to oral hygiene and frequent dental visits is also critical. Heavy smokers, people who are suffering from uncontrolled chronic disorders, or patients who have undergone radiation therapy in the head or neck area should undergo a thorough health evaluation to assess if their health can support the strain of having dental implants.

#### What Can I Expect with Dental Implant Surgery?

The first step in the dental implant process is the creation of an individualized treatment plan. The plan specifies the patient’s needs after examination by a team of doctors specialized in oral surgery and restorative dentistry. The dentist team chooses the appropriate implant option based on their findings during the examination. The titanium tooth root implant is then inserted into the bone socket of the missing tooth. The jawbone grows around the root implant as it heals, making the implant permanent. This process takes 6 to 12 weeks. The abutment, an object that connects the root implant and the artificial teeth, is then connected to the implant. The dentist then makes use of the entire mouth as a basis for the creation of the new tooth. The artificial tooth, or crown, is then connected to the abutment. Most people who have undergone the dental implant operation reported to have very little discomfort during the operation, and some people even state that tooth extraction is more painful than dental implants. Local anesthesia is administered during the operation and soreness after the operation may be treated with over-the-counter pain medications. To get your assessment for dental implant surgery, book your appointment with us today.
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