Currently, dental implants are the most widely used dental restorations since they are permanent, in addition to preserving the structure of your adjacent teeth. They can significantly replace missing teeth in the long run to restore your oral form and functionality. 

Premium quality dental implants offered by the dentist in the Newtonbrook West area of North York can successfully replace missing teeth with excellent patient compliance. 

What are dental implants? How can they benefit you?

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made up of biocompatible materials like titanium alloys to replace your missing teeth. These are screw-like devices that, when inserted into the jawbone, can fuse (osseointegration) permanently, providing anchorage to restorations like crowns, bridges, and dentures. 

Parts of a dental implant:

• Post: The actual screw-like device inserted into the jawbone.
• Abutment: The part that connects the post and the prosthesis
• Prosthesis: The actual tooth restoration in the form of a crown, bridge, or denture. 

Dental implants are popular replacements for missing teeth since they offer the following benefits:

• Matches your natural tooth color
• Stimulates your jawbone, thus preventing bone loss
• Enables natural speech and easy mastication 
• Does not seek anchorage from adjacent teeth, thereby preserving them 
• Provides a permanent solution to tooth loss 
• Require low maintenance 
• Are durable and last as long as 10 to 15 years

How are dental implants fabricated?

Pre-procedure 

• Your dentist will evaluate your underlying jawbone through dental X-rays to assess your bone health. 
• You may require bone grafting if the volume of your underlying jawbone is insufficient for a successful outcome. 

Procedure 

• A local anesthetic will be injected to numb the area around your missing teeth. This helps ease pain and discomfort. 
• A small incision will be made to raise a gum flap, exposing the underlying jawbone. 
• Your dentist will drill a small hole in the jawbone to facilitate the post-insertion.
• The gum flap will be placed back and sutured. 
• The implant post will be left in place for 4 to 6 months for proper fusion and healing.   

Post-procedure 

You are likely to experience mild discomfort for the initial few days during the healing process. Follow the given tips for proper oral hygiene and faster recovery:

• Brush your teeth twice daily
• Floss regularly
• Avoid chewing anything hard, especially a few weeks after you get your implant
• Get professional dental cleaning at least once every 6 months 

Dental implants are permanent replacements for missing teeth owing to a wide range of benefits being offered. Though the process may be time-consuming, the end results are worth the try!