What Is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is a structure that is installed to replace the root of a natural tooth that has been lost. It is usually made up of a small titanium screw, a corrosion-resistant metal. A dental prosthesis will finally be attached to the implant, which behaves exactly like the root of a natural tooth.

Dental implants offer several advantages:

They are an aesthetic and comfortable solution
They help stimulate the jawbone and maintain bone strength. They also prevent the displacement of neighboring teeth
They offer simplicity of maintenance, in comparison with other tooth replacement solutions
They make chewing easier, which improves digestion because well-chewed food allows nutrients to be fully absorbed.

The Experience Behind the Method

Our team of dentists at Sourire Concept have favored implantology to replace missing and damaged teeth for over 20 years. Thanks to our significant experience, we have made dental implants a real area of expertise. Implantology is an art of dentistry, a discipline in which we have proven ourselves over time.

Our greatest reward is to see how much we have changed the lives of many patients by offering them a sense of well-being as well as a smile that they can be proud of. Consult us for your dental implants and get complete peace of mind for the restoration of your smile.

Conceiving the Implant

To conceive a dental implant, we insert an artificial titanium root in the jawbone on which we place an artificial tooth. The number of dental implants, their position, their proximity to the anatomical structures of the jaws, the patient’s medical condition and requirements are all important factors to take into consideration when developing the treatment plan.

When more than one tooth or all teeth are missing, several implants are made. This allows them to support crowns, bridges as well as partial or complete prostheses, which are screwed or “clipped”, or a combination of both.

Steps for Inserting a Dental Implant

1. Is this a good solution for your case?

We start by performing a complete dental exam and taking x-rays of your head, jaw and teeth. Once the diagnosis is established, the personalized intervention will take place over several sessions.

2. Realization

Your dentist will proceed to insert an implant into the jawbone and then sutures the gum tissue. The implant will integrate with the bone during the healing phase, which can take up to several months.

3. Implantation

When the tissue has healed, the dentist will attach an abutment to the implant, which connects the replacement tooth to the implant. This step and the previous one can sometimes be done in one sitting.

4. Final Installation

Finally, the dentist attaches the replacement tooth to the abutment. To achieve a perfect fit, several appointments may be necessary. Our team will make sure you are comfortable throughout the process.

5. Replacement

In some cases where several teeth or all of the teeth need to be replaced, a fixed bridge, a partial or a full denture is installed and held in place on the dental implants.

The Advantages of Dental Implants

Improved Chewing

This alternative makes it easier to chew and break down food effectively

Realistic

The dental implant looks like a real tooth, offering a more realistic smile

Permanent Solution

Dental implants represent a permanent and lasting solution for your teeth

Slowed Loss

Slows down and stops physiological bone loss in the absence of teeth

No Damage

Does not harm the bordering teeth by cutting them to install a bridge

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Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a Good Candidate for Implants?

The process of obtaining dental implants can be laborious and restrictive. It is recommended that you ask your dentist about the elements of this procedure and question your ability and willingness to invest in the complete process of installing implants and prostheses.

The price, insurance coverage and your budget capacity are also considerations that you will have to take into account. Of course, your dental specialist will be able to answer all your questions and help you make an informed decision during the first consultation.

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