What is a dental implant?
A dental implant is made of titanium
and shaped like a screw. The implant is placed into the jawbone and serves
as a secure root for the new tooth. Once in place, the implant can be used
to attach different types of dental restorations, such as crowns, bridges or
dentures. With Robert Glover Dental Implants you are able to get teeth that
work, feel, and look like natural ones. There are many ways to replace tooth
crowns, but only dental implants can replace the entire tooth including both
crown and root.
With years of university based research and proven clinical
performance, dental implants are a long lasting, predictable and
aesthetically pleasing alternative.
How long will the treatment take?
Treatment time will vary depending on your unique situation.
Nowadays it is often possible to get functioning and aesthetic teeth within
a few days. In some cases it may be necessary to wait a longer time period
before finishing the restoration in order to obtain an optimal result.
Who is a candidate for dental implants?
Anyone who is missing one or
more of their teeth due to injury, disease, or decay may be a candidate for
dental implants. If one, a few or all teeth are missing, dental implants can
replace those teeth. Occasionally, older patients express concern that their
age may prevent them from enjoying the benefits that dental implants offer.
However, health is more of a determining factor than age. If you're healthy
enough to have a tooth extracted, you're probably healthy enough to receive
dental implants.
Is it uncomfortable?
Most patients report that
there is very little discomfort and that they were much more comfortable
following the procedure then they anticipated. Normal painkillers are
sufficient when any discomfort is experienced. Robert inserts implants in a
very gentle fashion and care is taken to respect the various tissues
involved. Ordinary local anaesthesia is all that is needed to eliminate any
discomfort at the time of the procedure. Your dentist may recommend that you
speak with another patient who has already had tooth replacement therapy to
assess their personal experience.
Improved Self Esteem
Considering all the benefits, chances are that dental
implants will improve your overall self- esteem and you will feel better
about yourself. At least that is what many of those people who have already
been treated with dental implants have told us. You can regain nearly all
the capabilities you had with your natural teeth giving you renewed
confidence and allowing you to enjoy life. You can do all the things
everyone else is doing and not think twice about it. Dental implants can
eliminate the numerous embarrassing inconveniences of removable partial and
full dentures. You will eliminate the use of gooey denture adhesives that
must be re-applied throughout the day. You will no longer need to cover your
mouth when you laugh or smile for fear that your teeth will fall down or pop
out.
Great Value
Although dental implant treatment may initially be more
expensive than other treatment methods it often turns out to be the best
investment from a long term perspective since most patients can expect them
to last a life time. Other treatment methods like bridges and dentures often
require regular alterations and adjustments over time. Implant supported
replacement teeth are like natural teeth because they are anchored securely
to your jawbone. Gum irritation and the pain of exposed nerves is
eliminated.
