An Implant is a New Tooth Root Option for Replacing a Missing Tooth

An Implant is a New Tooth Root Option for Replacing a Missing Tooth  from GDC Smiles in Gainesville, GAMany circumstances might cause you to look into replacing a missing tooth, regardless of your age. Those who do not take care of their teeth and gums are at particularly high risk for tooth loss, as both gum disease and decay can damage gums, tooth roots, and teeth. Cavities can lead to significant damage, as well as chronic diseases like diabetes and arthritis. Even with the best of care, there are bound to be accidents. You may trip and fall, causing trauma and breaking off a tooth.

Dental implants are commonly recommended solutions for replacing a missing tooth or teeth, given that they are considered a permanent fix and given the high success rates of the procedure.

What is a dental implant?

The dental implant has been around for decades and continues to grow in popularity. The implant itself is a replacement for the tooth root, the part of a tooth that anchors it to your jawbone. The implant itself is a small metal post that is supposed to be placed in your jawbone. Like other types of implants, dental implants are made of metal. Titanium is the most used alloy in implants. For most people, it is compatible with bone growth. In other words, your bone should grow around and “accept” the titanium root replacement.

Pre-operative/prep work before the dental implant procedure

Like most planned surgical procedures, there will be a time for consulting and planning. You will meet with your dentist, who will review your records and imaging. Also, you will likely need medical clearance.

Any surgical procedure requires medical clearance. This means that you must be healthy enough to undergo surgery. Any presence of infection may cause delays or even preclude you from going through with the procedure. The presence of things like gum disease and decay may have caused infection in your gums or teeth.

The dental implant procedure and post-op care

The implant procedure is a well-established, commonly performed procedure. It is an outpatient procedure, meaning it is completed in one day and does not require admission. If any part of the tooth's crown is left in the operative area, it will need to be extracted. Every patient is different, meaning some patients may require bone grafts. Once there is adequate bone for placement, the dentist will place the metal implant in the jawbone.

The postoperative healing process for dental implants is somewhat lengthy. It requires that you exercise great dental hygiene and avoid certain foods to allow for uninterrupted healing. Over a few months, in a process called “osseointegration,” the jawbone should grow around and solidify with your implant.

Eventually, if the implant is accepted, you will receive a tooth crown attached to your implant. To see if you are a candidate for this option for replacing a missing tooth; contact your dentist.

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