Implants

Dental implants are prosthetic devices used to replace missing teeth. They are surgically placed into the jawbone beneath the gums and act as artificial tooth roots onto which replacement teeth or dental crowns are attached. Dental implants offer a durable, long-term solution for tooth replacement and are considered the gold standard in modern dentistry.

Here's an overview of dental implants:

• Components:
  
• Implant Fixture: This is a small titanium screw that is surgically placed into the jawbone. Titanium is biocompatible and integrates with the surrounding bone in a process called osseointegration, providing a stable foundation for the artificial tooth.
• Abutment: Once the implant has integrated with the bone, an abutment is attached to the implant fixture. The abutment serves as a connector between the implant and the replacement tooth.
• Prosthetic Tooth/Crown: The final step involves attaching a custom-made prosthetic tooth or dental crown to the abutment. The crown is designed to match the color, shape, and size of the surrounding natural teeth, resulting in a natural-looking appearance.
• Types of Dental Implants:
  
• Endosteal Implants: These are the most common type of dental implants and are placed directly into the jawbone.
• Subperiosteal Implants: In cases where there is insufficient bone height or volume for endosteal implants, subperiosteal implants are placed on top of the jawbone but beneath the gum tissue.
• Benefits:
  
• Dental implants offer numerous benefits, including improved appearance, enhanced chewing and speaking ability, durability, and preservation of jawbone structure.
• Unlike removable dentures, implants are fixed in place and do not require adhesives or removal for cleaning.