When all teeth are missing or in such
condition that they need to be replaced, dental implants are the best permanent
solution. Implant restorations are now not considered to be a new treatment option. There has been a significant amount of research in this field to prove that well planned and carefully performed treatment may give long term functional and aesthetic results and improve patients quality of life.
Dental implants may be used to secure dentures to stop them moving, giving the patient the confidence to socialise and laugh freely. Two to four implants are normally used to achieve this. Four or more implants in either jaw may also be used to provide a solid foundation for fixed bridges. It is frequently possible to insert an immediate temporary fixed bridge on the day of surgery in full jaw cases.
Dental implants provide several
advantages over other teeth replacement options. In addition to looking and
functioning like natural teeth, implant-supported full fixed bridges or dentures are also
more comfortable and stable than conventional dentures, allowing you to retain
a more natural biting and chewing capacity.
Benefits of dental implants over
dentures:
- you will be able to eat and function
just as if you have natural teeth
- the implants are a solid, stable
solution that will serve you for many years
- facial
appearance is preserved and bone loss is prevented