Implant application; It is the name of artificial tooth roots placed in the jawbone and made to support prosthetic teeth.
They are screws of titanium structures that are made to replace missing teeth, that you can use for a long time and without problems.
It is surgically placed on the jawbone in a sterile environment by our specialists. After the application, the implant completely integrates with the jawbone. And it becomes able to carry the prosthesis to be placed on it.
Unless there is a problem in the general health of the patient, there is no upper age limit to prevent implant application, but it is not suitable for very young patients whose bone development has not been completed.
What are the advantages of implant application?
To have an aesthetic appearance,
gaining self-confidence,
Good chewing and freedom to eat
A successful treatment with implant application can take you up to 30 years without any problems. However, our dentists will give you the appropriate estimated time frame according to the person.
Before the implant application, the patient's mouth is first examined. In the first stage, the general health status of the patient is tested, x-rays are taken.
The oral health status of the patient, that is, whether the gums need treatment or not, is determined. Tartar cleaning etc. If such operations need to be done, they are done first. The diagnosis of bruxism, that is, the habit of grinding teeth among the people, or whether he brushes his teeth regularly or not, is diagnosed. It is examined whether there is enough bone. If the bone structure is insufficient after the procedures, the bone is started to be thickened by some methods. Bone thickening may prolong the implant treatment time.
Does dental implant hurt?
Mostly, dental implants are performed with local anesthesia. However, general anesthesia is also used. The difference between local anesthesia and general anesthesia is that while the patient is conscious in local anesthesia, the patient is put to sleep in general anesthesia. After the dental implant application, there is no great pain felt.