The pressure exerted on the tooth's root stimulates the jawbone the most during chewing. However, when a tooth is absent, the underlying bone lacks stimulation and gradually loses shape and density. However, if dental implants replace the lost tooth, the surrounding bone will retain its strength and shape. But how can an implant retain its position? The solution lies in the natural fusion process of bones. Do visit our dental clinic for the best dental implant-related treatment.

Osseointegration: The Process of Fusion

Dental implants are created with grooves, similar to what you see on a screw. Initially, these grooves aid in implant osseointegration but do not contribute to their long-term durability. Dental implants often comprise titanium, a metal that establishes a natural bond with human bone. As with the root of a natural tooth, the residual dental bone progressively fuses to the titanium after insertion. This process is referred to as "osseointegration." This natural process takes a three to six-month period of recovery with minimum implant stimulation. As a result, the implant becomes a part of the jawbone and functions similarly to a natural tooth.

Implants May Become Loose Throughout The Healing Procedure

It is very uncommon for dental implants to fail when correctly positioned and maintained throughout the healing phase. Dental implants procedure have a 98 percent success rate. The implant should last a lifetime provided appropriate oral care is followed once this operation is complete.

Applying Excessive Force To The Implant

A healed dental implant may move or dislodge if subjected to excessive pressure. Dental implant patients are often most susceptible to this pressure during the healing phase while chewing complex meals. Consequently, oral surgeons recommend a soft diet to their patients throughout the healing phase. The danger of whole mouth implants is reduced since any pressure applied to the prosthetic teeth is dispersed across the entire prosthesis and among the implants. Single implants are more susceptible to damage while chewing complex meals since the bite's power might be applied directly to a single implant. Many surgeons would not often install a crown on a single implant until the healing process is complete, so the implant is unaffected by chewing force.

Stop Smoking

Smoking should be avoided in order to improve the longevity of the implants.It also helps to maintain the overall health of your oral cavity.

What If I Have Already Lost a Considerable Bone?

If a tooth has been extracted or absent for some months, the underlying bone has likely started to resorb. An implant cannot be put in a socket if there is excessive bone loss.

Before replacing a single tooth, the underlying bone must be reconstructed using a bone grafting technique. The oral surgeon will insert bone graft material into the socket and stitch the gums above. The bone graft must cure for many months before the implant may be implanted.

Bone grafting is unnecessary for full-mouth restorations. Typically, only four to six implants must be put in each jaw. Therefore, the surgeon only requires four to six pockets of adequately solid bone to install an entire arch of implant-supported teeth properly. The lower jaw is often substantial enough to allow implant placement, even in extensive bone loss. If a patient has significant bone loss in the upper jaw, our surgeons may implant zygomatic (cheekbone) implants to provide enough support.

You do not need to be concerned about dental implant failure as long as you practice good cleanliness. Your implants will remain in place. Oral surgeons accredited by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery are qualified to give you the most effective implant therapy so that your teeth will last a lifetime. After the six-month healing phase, you can eat all of your favorite foods without fear of implant-related complications.

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