Implant treatment is the preferred solution for replacing a missing tooth. It is both a surgical and prosthetic treatment that restores lost function and aesthetics.
Implant treatment is carried out in two stages:
- The surgical stage in which the dental implant, i.e. an artificial root and healing screw, is placed.
- With the placement of the intermediate prosthesis abutment and the crown, the prosthesis stage is started.
What is the Purpose of Implant Treatment?
You often hear about dental implants because of their many advantages in replacing missing teeth. Implants provide excellent stability and a natural appearance for a restoration or prosthesis placed on implants. Implants also support jaw health by preventing bone loss associated with missing teeth when not in place.
The main indication for implant treatment is edentulousness. In this case, it provides a fixed denture solution while maintaining the integrity of adjacent teeth and facilitating dental hygiene. It provides functional chewing and natural phonation as well as a good aesthetic result. This is a very reliable treatment option.
However, you have to go through a process to reap the benefits of dental implants. This process takes several months from the initial consultation to the complete healing of the implants and placement of the restoration. This process is worth it!
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How is Implant Treatment Performed at Lema Clinic?
The surgical stage, that is, the placement of the artificial root, is performed by a specialist surgeon. The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia in a specially equipped office. Lema Clinic has a complete technical platform for the management of simple and/or complex cases.
Step #1: Implantology Consultation
Initial implant consultation is important. This allows the dentist to perform a complete examination to determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants. Certain criteria must be met to consider surgery for implant placement in the jawbone. You should be in good general health, have good gums, and have good lifestyle and oral hygiene habits.
In addition, the jawbone volume must be sufficient for implants to be placed. X-rays and 3D images of the jaws are taken to evaluate these details.
Step #2: Treatment Plan
Treatment plan, implant installation, implant design and manufacture, etc. It contains all the details of the necessary procedures for The plan covers items such as:
- Recommended replacement option depending on the number of teeth to be replaced;
- The number of implants to be inserted;
- Stages of surgery, pre-implant surgeries (if any);
- The number of appointments to be scheduled;
- Details of the recovery process;
- Details of the treatment plan and the costs associated with each step of the process.
Step #3: Pre-Implant Surgery
This step may be necessary when it is determined that a patient does not have sufficient bone volume in their jaw to accommodate one implant or multiple implants. There are solutions to this problem, including bone grafting.
This surgery consists of placing a bone graft directly into the jawbone. During healing, the bone graft integrates into the bone and increases its density and volume. We need to wait for the graft to heal before proceeding to the next step.
Step #4: Surgery to Place Dental Implants
In one or more implant placement operations, the gum is cut first. A cavity is then prepared in the bone for the implants, which are tiny titanium screws just a few millimeters long. The location and positioning of the implants are planned with great precision before the surgery, thanks to the 3D images taken during the surgery preparation.
Finally, the gum is closed with stitches and healing follows.
Step #5: Healing and Osseointegration
It is important to know that the healing process of an implant takes several months. During this time, new bone cells form around the implant. This is called osseointegration and allows the implant to fix itself very tightly to the jaw. It is this process that gives implants all their advantages.
We must wait for the healing to be complete before placing the restoration or prosthesis.
Step # 6: Placing the Restoration on Dental Implants
After the implant has healed, a small abutment is placed to hold the selected restoration in place. During the healing process, there is time to manufacture a crown, dental bridge or prosthesis that overcomes the implant or implants.
Dental implant are versatile as they can replace a variable number of teeth, from a single tooth to an entire tooth structure.
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Why You Should Choose Lema Clinic
As Lema Clinic, we understand the importance of having a strong and functional smile and are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care and service. Our state-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology enable us to offer a wide variety of implant treatment options, including single tooth implants, multiple dental implants and full mouth implants.
Whether you’re missing one or more teeth, our team can help you determine the best implant treatment plan for your unique needs and goals. We take the time to listen to your concerns and answer all your questions so we can help you make informed decisions about your oral health.