{"id":13261,"date":"2019-11-28T15:00:21","date_gmt":"2019-11-28T09:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/?p=13261"},"modified":"2019-11-29T15:05:50","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T09:35:50","slug":"dental-implant-why-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/health\/dental-implant-why-how\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implant: Why &#038; How?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all of us have a perfect set of <\/span><b>teeth<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With wear and tear, and the odd accident, it&#8217;s common to lose a tooth. Where the tooth has rotted away, or can&#8217;t be saved, for example, an extraction might be the only option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But you don\u2019t have to resign yourself to a mouthful of missing teeth. Your <\/span><b>dentist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can insert a <\/span><b>dental implant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to create a more <\/span><b>aesthetic smile <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for you. An implant is a good alternative for someone who wants a permanent <\/span><b>denture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It can also improve your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/health\/importance-of-dental-health-dental-services-an-interview-of-dr-rahele-zabeti-by-dr-vernon-gipson\/\">dental health<\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post, we\u2019ll tell you <\/span><b>all you need to know about the dental implant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does <\/span><b>Dental Implant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The surgeon will assess the situation. They can\u2019t just screw in the implant anywhere. They have to ensure that they don\u2019t hit a nerve. They\u2019ll give you a thorough examination and check your X-rays as well. They\u2019ll also assess whether or not you\u2019re a good candidate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The initial surgery is when the dental surgeon implants metal rods into the jaw. Your dentist might provide a temporary bridge to reduce pressure on the area when you&#8217;re biting down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the first week or so after this procedure, you need to be careful. There&#8217;s no smoking, spitting, or sucking on straws. You won&#8217;t be able to brush your teeth but will get an oral rinse to keep the area clean.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll take a course of antibiotics that you must complete. If necessary, you&#8217;ll also need to take pain medication.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a week or so, you\u2019ll go back, and the dentist will remove the stitches.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll have to wait between four and six months before the next stage to allow the bone to knit over the implant.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dentist will make a small cut to access the implant screw. Then he attaches what is called a healing cap.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About three weeks later, you\u2019ll go back in. This time you\u2019ll receive the bridge, crown, or denture.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Dental Implants<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Protects Your Jawbone<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having missing teeth exposes your jaw. It\u2019s not uncommon for the jawbone to start deteriorating as a result. The implant stimulates bone regeneration, which can help in reversing bone loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Stops Teeth Shifting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each tooth supports the ones adjacent to it. If you remove one tooth, the others can shift position. It&#8217;s not a significant shift, but it&#8217;s enough to throw off that perfect smile. Missing teeth can also subtly change your face shape.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>It\u2019s the Most Natural Solution<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are pretty much the same as natural teeth. You care for them in the same way. You can eat what you like without worrying about food getting caught in the gaps. The bone grows around the implant, incorporating it and making it rock solid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>It\u2019s a Permanent Solution<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As long as you take proper care of them, they\u2019ll last a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>They Are an Excellent Anchor<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it&#8217;s a series of teeth that are missing and you need a bridge or dentures, implants create a solid anchor point. These are the ideal foundation to hold dentures in place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related:<\/strong> &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/health\/childrens-dental-health-every-parent-should-be-worried-about\/\">\u00a0Children\u2019s Dental Health every Parent should be Worried about<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implants are a cost-effective solution to replacing lost teeth. If you consider that bridges need to be replaced every five to ten years, the price of implants is quite reasonable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process of getting them installed is a little tiresome, but worthwhile in the end. And this is not purely cosmetic dentistry. While it will help give you a better smile and support your facial structure, there are health benefits to choosing this route.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By filling in the gap, you\u2019re keeping the rest of the teeth in their correct places too. Also, you\u2019re protecting the jawbone from deterioration due to exposure. It\u2019s a win-win-win.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.claremontdentalperth.com.au\/services\/dental-implants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Claremont Dental<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to set an appointment now and to learn more details.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Not all of us have a perfect set of teeth. 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