Dental implants are titanium “screws” that serve as replacements for the roots of natural teeth. They are used to replace one, several, or all missing teeth. Implants are placed into the bone through a minor surgical procedure under local anesthesia and are completely painless! According to recent studies, the success rate of implant therapy is as high as 95%.
It is individual and depends on the condition of the bone and the patient’s overall health.
When placing dental implants, the surrounding healthy teeth remain intact and do not need to be ground down. Additionally, implants help preserve the remaining jawbone, preventing bone resorption and loss. Implants offer the closest functional and aesthetic replacement to natural teeth. Maintaining oral hygiene is also easier with restorations supported by implants.
The first step involves taking a CBCT scan of the entire oral cavity. Oral surgeons use computer analysis of the CBCT scan, along with a clinical examination, to assess the volume and density of the bone, as well as the feasibility, number, and positioning of the implants. After this evaluation, a suitable implant system is selected in consultation with the patient. Based on the surgeon’s recommendation, certain laboratory tests may also need to be completed.
The second step is the actual placement of the implant. It is performed under local anesthesia and the procedure is completely painless. After the surgery, the patient receives instructions on oral hygiene, medications to take, and follow-up appointments. This step usually takes about 7 days.
After the osseointegration period is complete, the fabrication of the final prosthetic restoration begins. The optimal time required for this step is 2–4 weeks. In some cases, the final prosthetic work can be done immediately after implant placement (immediate loading), but the indications and contraindications for this type of procedure are assessed by the surgeon.
After implant placement, it is necessary to wait 4–6 months for the process of osseointegration to be completed—that is, for the implant to fully fuse with the bone. During this period, the patient is provided with a temporary restoration for functional and aesthetic purposes, if the condition of the oral cavity allows it.
After the osseointegration period is complete, the fabrication of the final prosthetic restoration begins. The optimal time required for this step is 2–4 weeks. In some cases, the final prosthetic work can be done immediately after implant placement (immediate loading), but the indications and contraindications for this type of procedure are assessed by the surgeon.
Check-ups after implant placement and the final restoration are scheduled every 6 months.
Since dental implants can be used to replace one, several, or all missing teeth, there are various types of prosthetic restorations available. These include crowns on implants, fixed bridges on implants, the All-on-4/All-on-6 concept, and removable dentures supported by implants.
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Fixed bridges on implants represent a modern solution for edentulous jaws, offering durability, stability, and a completely natural appearance.
The ALL-ON-4® method is intended for patients with limited bone volume, where four implants are strategically placed in the jaw without the need for additional bone regeneration procedures. A temporary fixed bridge is placed immediately after implant placement, providing function and aesthetics in a very short time.
ALL-ON-6® is used for patients with better bone structure, where six implants are placed as the foundation for a 12-tooth bridge. This method offers added stability, longevity, and resistance to chewing forces.
Both methods provide a safe, functional, and aesthetically superior solution for patients with complete tooth loss.
Crowns on implants are an aesthetic and functional way to replace individual teeth. The implant serves as an artificial root, while a ceramic or zirconia crown is placed on top, perfectly mimicking a natural tooth.
They combine the security of implants with the flexibility of traditional dentures. The dentures are attached to the implants using precise attachments or bars, providing improved stability, easier maintenance, and greater comfort in everyday life.
This method is used when several teeth in a row are missing. The bridge is supported by two or more implants, providing stability, functionality, and a natural appearance—without the need to grind down the neighboring healthy teeth.