In this article we explore different types of dental implants, including what they are and when they are used, as well as some frequently asked questions.
Denture Implants - implants for the whole mouth
What Are They?
Denture
Implants are a fixed alternative to standard traditional dentures. They are made up of screws or titanium cylinders which are implanted directly into the gum, to which extensions are attached, followed by your custom-made new teeth.
Why Have Denture Implants?
- a sensible solution for those that have lost their teeth
- comparable to traditional removable dentures, but vastly superior
- secure because they are fixed to the jawbone
- designed to look and function in the same manner that natural teeth do
- long-lasting
- reduces jawbone shrinkage in response to the loss of teeth
- comfortable and stable because they are secured inside your jawbone, meaning that you can chew and bite all manner of food types
The Procedure
Firstly your dentist will access whether your jaw is suitable for implants.
Next they will take moulds of mouth to ensure that the new teeth will most closely reflect your own original teeth.
Then the screws or
titanium cylinders are attached to the jawbone.
For the next 2 – 6 months, the jaw is left to settle so that the bone can grow around the implants, bonding with them to
create a stable foundation. A temporary denture will be provided by to be
worn over the implants during this period.
When the bone has settled around the implants, the extensions are attached. At this point another couple of weeks of healing time will
be required. There are a variety of different extensions with different connections for fitting the new teeth: some can be clipped to a bar, some will be snapped
on or off a round ball anchor, others are simply fastened down.
Finally, the full-set of
custom-made teeth is fixed to the implants, ready for use as you normally
would. Initially, you may feel slightly strange when you use them, but their
natural quality means that you will quickly get used to them.
All patients are different, but at Midlands Smile Centres, the
approach we take to your teeth can be perfectly tailored to suit you.
Implant Supported Bridges
What Are They?
Bridges are false teeth that are used to replace one or more teeth in a row.
Traditional bridges use the surrounding healthy teeth as supports for the false tooth and the false teeth are permanently fixed to those teeth.
Implant supported bridges, however, are supported by an implant. This is a titanium rod, which is embedded directly into the jaw bone, meaning that the false teeth are fixed into the jawbone.
Why Have Implant Supported Bridges?
In order to place a traditional bridge, the neighbouring teeth must be filed down, so that a support - or "bridge" - can be created from one tooth to another, supporting the false tooth in between. This causes unnecessary damage to the neighbouring teeth.
Implant supported bridges, on the other hand, are not supported by neighbouring teeth, but by an implant. This means that they do not cause
damage to any of the neighbouring teeth in your mouth.
Having an implant supported bridge placed means that you can continue to use your teeth as normal.
They are much-less damaging to
healthy teeth than standard bridges.
They boast
greater durability than ordinary bridges, being capable
of lasting for the entirety of your life, whereas ordinary bridges may need to
be replaced after 10 -15 years.
They are well-suited to those that
clench or grind their teeth.
The Procedure
Initially, the dentist will access you in order to ascertain whether or not your mouth is suitable for Implant
Supported Bridges.
If it is deemed that your mouth is suitable for this
treatment, a dental impression will subsequently be taken. This gives us the
opportunity to pair the correct style and type of implants with your mouth.
Next, the implants will be
inserted into the jawbone. After which, they will be left for a number of
months to give them time to fuse to the jawbone.
Once this period is complete, the
implants will be checked. If the implants have seated properly, your new teeth will be fitted.
Dental Implants in Birmingham
What Are They?
Dental Implants are a combination of a false tooth and a supporting titanium rod. The
titanium supporting rod goes into your gum to take the place of the root of
your tooth, while the false tooth is visible on top, blending in with your
other teeth due to its natural appearance.
Why Have Dental Implants?
- an effective and superior solution for missing teeth
- restores the charm to your smile
- all-round confidence-booster
- improved speech due to gaps in teeth now being filled
- renewed pleasure in eating
The Procedure
The first step of the process is for the dentist to access whether or not your gums are in the healthy state necessary
for them to undergo the Dental Implant procedure. Once the dentist has
confirmed that your gums are right for Dental Implants, the procedure can
begin.
The dentist will take moulds of your teeth to make sure that the new teeth are perfectly designed to fit your mouth.
Next they will use X-ray imaging to precisely
locate where in your gum the implant should be placed.
The
dentist will insert the implant straight into the gum using the No-Scalpel
method and allowed it to settle.
When the implant has settled fully into it's proper place in the bone, a natural looking crown will be attached to the implant, thus completing your dental implant.
Now you will be able to eat and drink as normal.
Get in touch with MSC today to find out how we can help you!
FAQs
“I Don't Want Bridges Again, What Can I Do?”
Implant
Support Bridges are an ideal alternative to bridges. This is because Implant
Supported Bridges cause less damage to your normal teeth, and they last longer,
too. Once in place, Implant Supported Bridges can last for the rest of your
life.
“I Need to Replace Missing Teeth But Need a Reliable Provider. What Do I Do?”
Midlands
Smile Centres are here for you. MSC are staffed by an expert team of highly
skilled, experienced dentists ready to provide you with Denture Implant, Implant
Supported Bridges, Dental Implants or a number of other treatments.
“Is There Anything Better For Me Than Removable Dentures?”
Denture
Implants! Denture Implants are attached to your jawbone and are therefore more
secure and more comfortable than Removable Dentures.
They can also reduce the shrinking of your jawbone.
“Will These Types of Treatment Be Costly?”
Midlands
Smile Centres boast treatment prices that are suitable for a whole range of
budgets. To learn more, you can contact our specialist dental implant practices on the following numbers:
Kings Heath: 0121 444 1928
Selly Oak: 0121 414 1551
“I
Need Dentures, But Don't Want to Change My Eating Habits. What Can I Do?”
Consider having Denture Implants instead. Then you won't need to
worry about what you eat. This is because Denture Implants are more
stable than ordinary dentures, which is due to the fact that they are fixed to your
jawbone. Choose Denture Implants and enjoy the freedom of being able to bite
into any type of food you choose.
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