Dental Implants are a modern and effective solution for replacing missing teeth, offering both functional and aesthetic benefits. Here’s a comprehensive overview:
Types of Dental Implants
Single Stage Implants: These are screw type corticobasal implants which are mechanically locked to the jaw bone.
Advantages:
- Procedure is quick with patients able to get the implant supported fixed teeth within 48-72hrs.
- Cost effective/ Less invasive
Disadvantages: they are mechanically locked so chance of dislodgement of implant is quite higher along with the overlying teeth structure.
Two Stage Implants or Conventional Implants: More accepted worldwide with thorough research & sound scientific basis.
Advantages:
- Longevity of implant.
- Becomes part of the jaw bone
- Easy to clean & maintain.
- Better life after the treatment.
Disadvantages: Time duration to final teeth is more.
Advanced Implants :for resorbed jaw bones your dentist can recommend
- Zygomatic Implants
- Pterygoid Impalnts
Benefits
- Enhanced Functionality: Improved chewing ability and speech clarity.
- Aesthetic Improvement: Natural-looking replacements that boost confidence.
- Bone Preservation: Prevents bone loss in the jaw by stimulating bone growth.
- Durability: With proper care, implants can last a lifetime.
- No Impact on Adjacent Teeth: Unlike bridges, implants don’t require altering neighboring teeth.
