What are the 3 types of dental implants?

There are three common types of dental implants that you can choose from Endosteal, subperiosteal, and zygomatic. Endosteal is the safest and most common, followed by subperiosteal, and then zygomatic being the last and most complex. It is rarely used.

How long do teeth implants last?

How Long Do Dental Implants Last? With regular brushing and flossing, the implant screw itself can last a lifetime, assuming the patient receives regular dental check-ups every 6 months. The crown, however, usually only lasts about 10 to 15 years before it may need a replacement due to wear and tear.

How painful is dental implant?

A straightforward dental implant, for a patient with good bones and who does not need a lot of soft tissue surgery, has a pain level between two and three in the first 24 to 48 hours, which means over-the-counter medication like Tylenol or Advil will take care of any discomfort they are feeling.

Dental Implants in Gordon

Restore Your Natural Smile Today

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, and cracked or missing teeth from cavities or a traumatic event can diminish your confidence or even make it difficult to speak or chew. Dental implants are a permanent solution that replace missing teeth to improve oral health and restore mouth and jaw function. Get high-quality dental implants from Gordon Family Dentistry today.

What Does Implant Dentistry Entail?

Installing a titanium implant is a pain-free and cost-effective procedure that our dentists do for hundreds of patients annually. It involves an evaluation of your gums to see whether they can place an implant, creating a virtual replica of your bite through 3D imaging and X-rays, and a comprehensive oral health exam. Our clinicians will either make your implants in-house or seek assistance from a trusted third-party provider.

We will look through your medical history and discuss your preferences to determine what mode of anaesthetic delivery will suit you best. We will then prepare your jawbone to accommodate dental implants before placing the base screw into our jawbone and cap them off with plastic or porcelain artificial teeth.

Get High-Quality Dental Implants from Gordon Family Dentistry

Our team of dentists, clinicians, and hygienists at Gordon Family Dentistry has decades of combined experience installing dental implants and performing a broad range of surgical procedures for patients of all age groups. We will help you determine whether dental implants are the treatment pathway for you by listening to your needs, examining your gums, teeth, and jaw, and detailing possible alternatives.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Restores chewing and speaking ability
Lasts a lifetime with proper care
Keeps neighbouring teeth secure and protects them from wear and tear
Prevents bacteria buildup in teeth gaps, which can cause gum disease
Restores natural face shape due to missing teeth
Maintains a natural bite to prevent jaw tension or TMJ disorders

FAQs

How Do I Ensure That My Dental Implants Last a Long Time?

Our dentists recommend that you brush twice daily with a non-abrasive toothpaste and soft-bristle toothbrush, just like you would for a natural tooth. Interdental brushes are sometimes necessary to sanitise places normal bristles can not reach. Floss daily to avoid plaque buildup.

Does Dental Implant Surgery Hurt?

Our dentists use local anaesthetic to numb the gums during the procedure, so it is virtually pain-free. You can manage pain during the recovery period with over-the-counter pain medications, such as ibuprofen.

How Many Dental Implants Can I Get?

Dental implants are viable long-term alternatives for complete dentures as they can replace 100% of your missing teeth. We can install single implants for people with only one missing tooth or a 32-piece set for patients who need a full set of implants to replace natural teeth.

Restore Your Mouth Function and Your Self Esteem

Gordon Family Dentistry offers a broad range of dental implants that can suit the needs of every patient suffering from tooth loss. Book an appointment with clinicians and see if dental implants are right for your condition.