Dental Implants On Danforth, Toronto
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Missing a tooth can impact your smile, chewing foods, and overall oral health. Opting for implants provides a secure and lasting fix by substituting lost teeth with artificial ones that resemble and work like real teeth.
This aids in preserving the health of your jawbone and contributes to your well-being from top to bottom.
Dental implants offer a stable solution, for replacing missing teeth providing a natural looking appearance. It is important to maintain oral hygiene and visit the dentist regularly to ensure their longevity and overall health.
What Are Dental Implants and How do they work?
Dental implants are sophisticated solutions for replacing missing teeth. These are made from titanium, a biocompatible material inserted into the jawbone through surgery to replicate the role of natural tooth roots.
Here’s How It Works:
Step 1: Surgical Placement
In this initial stage, our dentist carefully inserts a titanium post into your jawbone. This post acts as a base for the future replacement tooth.
Step 2: Bone and Implant Fusion
Over the few weeks to months a process known as osseointegration takes place. During this time the titanium implant merges with the surrounding bone tissue. This fusion creates a base for the new tooth and helps maintain jawbone strength.
Step 3: Implant Crown Placement
After the implant has fused with the jawbone, we place the custom-made artificial tooth,
or crown, on top. This crown will look and function like a natural tooth, giving you a
restored smile.
Types Of Tooth Implants
Tooth implants take the place of natural tooth roots securely attached to the jawbone. They connect to replacement teeth through a piece called an abutment usually crafted from titanium. There are some types of tooth implants available based on individual requirements:
Single Tooth Implant: Used to replace a single missing tooth with a sole replacement tooth or crown.
Multiple Tooth Implant: Utilized when there are multiple missing teeth providing tailored replacement teeth like an implant supported bridge.
Full Mouth Implant: A Full Mouth Implant, specifically a “four on four” implant-supported denture, provides a comprehensive dental solution for individuals who have lost all their teeth. This innovative
treatment involves placing four dental implants strategically in the jawbone to support a
customized denture. This not only restores a natural-looking smile but also enhances chewing
ability and overall comfort. It’s a reliable and effective option for those seeking a stable and
permanent solution to tooth loss.
Supplementary Treatments:
Sinus Lift: Raising the sinus floor is done to make room for bone that can provide support for dental implants, especially important for the upper back jaw where there may be issues with bone quality or quantity.
Ridge expansion: When it comes to ridge expansion, bone graft material is used along the top of the jaw to widen jawbones, which helps improve support for implants and enhances the overall appearance of the jaw if there are any deformities.
The dentist will suggest the appropriate approach based on the health of your jawbone and your specific requirements ensuring that you achieve the best possible results with our dental implant consultation.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Permanent Solution: Cosmetic implant treatment has a high success rate of 98% ensuring a stable and durable replacement for missing teeth.
Prevent bone loss: This treatment helps preserve the natural structure and strength of the jawbone by halting the gradual loss of bone over time.
Maintain Facial Appearance: By preserving the integrity of the jawbone, implants help maintain facial contours and prevent the sunken appearance that can result from tooth loss.
Natural functionality: Operating like natural teeth, implants enable comfortable chewing and speaking without worries of slipping or discomfort.
These advantages highlight implants as a dependable choice for improving oral health and enhancing cosmetic appearance.
Dental Implant Procedure (Explained)
Consultation and Planning: Dr. Le will assess your oral health, take x-rays, and discuss treatment options. You can ask any questions you have about your treatment and receive a comprehensive breakdown of your treatment.
Preparation: If needed we will remove any damaged teeth. Perform grafting procedures to ensure the implant site is properly prepared.
Implant Placement: A titanium implant is surgically placed into the jawbone where the missing tooth was.
Osseointegration ( Bone fusion): Over several months, the implant fuses with the jawbone,
providing a stable foundation.
Crown or Restoration Installation: After your implant has healed and fused with the jawbone, the dentist will take measurements and impressions of your teeth. These help create a custom-made crown that matches your natural teeth. Once the crown is ready, the dentist attaches it securely to the implant, ensuring it fits well and looks natural, completing the restoration of your smile.
Follow ups: during your dental cleaning and maintenance visits Dr. Le may take x-rays from the
implant area to make sure everything is in good state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dental Implantation Suitable for Me?
To determine if you’re a fit set up a consultation with us. We will look into these:
Your Medical Background: Checking your health and how you handle medications.
Your Lifestyle: Taking into account habits, like smoking.
Bone Strength: Using X-rays or CT scans to evaluate if your jawbone can provide support.
How Long Does It Take to Recover After Dental Implant Surgery?
The immediate healing time after implant surgery typically ranges from a few days to a week. During this period, you may experience some swelling, bruising, and minor discomfort. It’s important to follow your dentist’s aftercare instructions, which usually include rest, a soft food diet, and avoiding strenuous activities to ensure proper healing. Full osseointegration, where the implant fuses with the jawbone, usually takes several months.
Does Dental Implant look natural?
Absolutely, dental implants are crafted to resemble and function like teeth offering both a genuine appearance and practicality.
What Is the Lifespan of Dental Implants?
With maintenance dental implants can last a lifetime. They are sturdy. Built to endure regular chewing and biting pressures.
Do Dental Implants Cause Pain?
The procedure is conducted under anesthesia so you won’t experience pain during surgery. Some discomfort post-procedure is normal. Can be alleviated with pain relief medications prescribed by your dentist.