Who is suitable for dental implants?

Patients who have lost a tooth, several or all of their teeth and whose bone tissue is fully developed are suitable for dental implants. Before the treatment, whether the jaw structure is suitable for the implant is determined by x-rays. Those with uncontrolled diabetes, severe gingivitis and osteonecrosis of the jaw may not be a good candidate for implants.

Dental implant is a two-step process that takes time to complete.  The first step is surgery to place the dental implant (post), surgeon makes a cut to open gum and expose the bone. Holes are drilled into the bone where the dental implant metal post will be placed. Since the post will serve as the tooth root, it’s implanted deep into the bone.  After the surgery, patient will go back to home with temporary teeth for 3 to 6 months healing period. During this period, the jawbone grows into and unites with the surface of the dental implant. Once patient is healed completely he/she will need to come back to clinic for the second step of the treatment, which consists of placing the abutment and crown. 

Implant treatment requires two visits to be complete and to stay for 5-7 days in each visit.

The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia and patient not feel any pain during the procedure. However, there may be some pain and swelling after the procedure.

Send us photos and X-Ray of your teeth. Our dentist will examine it and recommend the best treatment for you.