Implantation has been gaining popularity in recent years. Every year more and more people decide to undergo this procedure. But still there are many myths about implantation. Let's find out which ones are true and which ones are not.
1. What is an implant? Many people think that it is the tooth itself. But that's not really accurate. An implant is a titanium post that mimics the root of a tooth. It is implanted into the jawbone. A crown, which is the visible part of the artificial tooth, is placed on the post.
Because patients are unaware that an implant is not the whole tooth, it is difficult for them to visualize the final cost of a tooth.
2. A lot of people think that implant placement is a very painful and problematic procedure. But in fact it is not like that. Modern anesthetics allow you to perform all manipulations painlessly. If it is necessary to install several implants, dentists use general anesthesia.
Naturally, as after any surgical intervention, mild pain may be felt. Often, healing is fast and does not need further anesthesia. Rather, it is a mild discomfort that can be tolerated.
3. It is a myth that implants often fail to take root. Modern implants are made of titanium, a material that the immune system does not reject. But, of course, there are exceptions. The risk of implant rejection is less than 1%. With quality examination and fulfillment of all technologies by the doctor and recommendations by the patient, it is almost impossible.
Bagita Dental Clinic provides a guarantee for implant placement and even in exceptional cases (although unlikely) of rejection, you will be provided with a replacement.
4. Some people think that implant placement is a long procedure. But the actual installation itself takes less than an hour. After that, it takes a few months for healing to take place. During this time, you will be fitted with a temporary crown, which, in principle, does not look any different from your tooth.
In some cases, the preparation for implantation may take longer. For example, if there has been bone atrophy, it will take some time for the bone to recover. Time is also needed for consultation and thorough diagnosis.
5. Implants are not your own teeth, and many people believe that the they cause a lot of problems. Naturally, your own teeth are always better than artificial teeth. But if your own teeth are gone, implants are the best solution. Like ordinary teeth, they can withstand chewing and are less sensitive to low temperatures than native teeth. Usually, the patient gets used to the implant in a few days and care for them does not differ from normal hygiene.
Some may say it's better to get a bridge or removable denture instead of an implant.
Let's get to the bottom of this: In order to install a bridge, you will need to prepare the neighboring teeth, i.e. grind down and remove their nerves. It is important to think carefully about whether it is worth traumatizing two more teeth in order to install the missing tooth.
Removable dentures have the disadvantage that due to the lack of load on the bone, it atrophies. Hard food is contraindicated with such a prosthesis.
When all the facts are fully considered, implantation is more beneficial to the patient both in terms of longevity of service and financially.