Types Of Dental Implants Vancouver BC Procedures

By Tracie Knight


If you are missing teeth, it will not only prevent you from smiling fully, but will dent your confidence and could cause health problems. The method you use to chew will be unnatural and this may lead to health problems. It is possible for you to replace those missing with dental implants Vancouver BC practitioners may recommend.

Dental implants are made of tiny titanium screws which are placed into the jawbone. This acts as a replacement for the root of a natural tooth. Once placed, a crown is placed onto the post to provide you with a tooth that is secure and fully functional. Titanium is used as it is able to fuse with your jaw bone.

Practitioners offer various methods to replace missing teeth. Denture wearers are able to replace their dentures with implants. Many individuals who have worn dentures for long periods of time suffer with severe bone loss in their jaws. Implants allow them to get rid of the dentures.

In the case where you have lost all your natural teeth, you have the option to choose an all-on-four method. This is suitable if you wear dentures and you are not happy wearing it. The procedure involves the placement of eight posts in your jaw, which will replace both your upper and lower dentures. Your dentures are fixed to the posts to the implants to secure it.

If you have lost more than a single tooth, you can choose to have multiple posts fitted. This is also applicable to those who are at risk of losing all their teeth. This often occurs due to aging as the strength of the teeth is lost. If you have lost a single tooth, you can opt to have the tooth replaced. This is one of the easiest procedures and you can have the tooth replaced in a single consultation.

There are occasions when the procedure can be prolonged, depending on extent of the dental work required. The length of the procedure is also dependent on the amount and the condition of the bone in your jaw. If you have suffered bone deterioration in your jaw, you may be required to undergo surgery to build up the bone.

In this case, you will be referred to a surgeon who will add bone to your jaw with bone taken from your body or with artificial bone. In most cases, the bone is taken from your hip area. When the bone is placed, the implants will generally also be placed at the same time. After this procedure, you will need to wait for a short while whilst the bone integrates with the implant. Once that process has successfully taken place, it will be possible for your new teeth to be placed.

If it is not necessary for you to have bone replaced, you can undergo the tooth placement during one procedure. Your dentist will place the implant in the position of the missing tooth. The tooth crown will be attached to the post immediately.

To make a determination if you are suitable for this type of procedure, you should consult with your dentist. Your dentist may refer you to a maxilla-facial surgeon if you require bone replacement surgery. Your personal situation requires assessment to determine the exact procedure that will enhance your smile effectively.




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