Our goal is to protect and keep natural teeth in place, but if tooth loss due to dental diseases or other causes has occurred, it should be to create a natural structure.
If the natural structure has been destroyed, the most ideal treatment method is implants.
Dental implants are a modern medical treatment used to treat missing teeth and allow screws to be inserted into the jawbone. Tooth loss both causes discomfort to people aesthetically and reduces the quality of life. Other teeth are not damaged during the dental implant treatment process. It provides the opportunity to eat, talk and laugh in a natural, safe and comfortable way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
What is an Implant?
It is a metal used for the treatment of missing teeth and placed inside the jawbone. It is usually made of titanium material and takes on the root task.
What are the Advantages of Dental Implants? What are the Health Benefits of the Implant?
Dental implants look like your own teeth and give you the feeling of natural teeth.
It provides the appearance of real teeth and offers a perfect appearance
Fluent speech provides the pleasure of being able to laugh
Ease of eating(the prosthesis slips and the chewing function is not good)
Self-confidence
Durability (can be used for a long time or even lifetime)
Suitability
What is Dental Implant Treatment?
Dental implants are also called implant teeth, implant treatment, screw teeth. Teeth Many people suffer from tooth loss due to caries, various diseases or accidents that develop due to different causes. In previous years, bridge and denture applications were usually the only treatment method for tooth loss, but today implants are placed in the jawbone with a simple operation when the bone is sufficient and suitable for the purpose of making Fixed Dentures or Mobile Dentures.
It can be defined as the replacement tooth roots created on the jaw. Dental prostheses are placed on the screws that see the root intention. Implants can be placed in the cavities formed by previously lost teeth or in the tooth socket immediately after extraction if there is no serious infection.
The dental implant provides a strong foundation for permanent or removable teeth in a way that is compatible with the natural tooth roots.
How is a Dental Implant Applied? How Long Does the Surgical Procedure Take?
It is a very simple and painless application in today's conditions. The process of dental implant treatment begins with a detailed scanning of the inside of the mouth and various radiological examinations such as panoramic X-rays, tomography. The point or points where the implants will be placed are determined. Then, oral cleaning is provided and the area is numbed with local anesthesia, a slot is prepared in the bone in the area where the implant will be placed, and the implant is placed. After the implant is inserted, screws are placed that will remain on the implant during the recovery period, and the recovery period is expected.
The recovery period varies depending on the type of operation, region, patient's age and health status. After the operation, a period of at least 5 weeks and at most 3 months is required for the construction of permanent prostheses. During this period, the waiting time may be extended for implants made in areas where new bone has been formed in bone insufficiency. During this process, it is expected that the implants placed in the root of the tooth will fuse with the bone and the body will accept the implants. At the end of the process followed by doctor's supervision at regular intervals, people continue their daily life in December in a healthy and safe way.
Who is Dental Implant Treatment Applied To? Can Implants Be Applied to Every Patient?
Jaw and bone structure are one of the most important elements in the planning of treatment. Before the treatment, the suitability of the jaw structure for the implant is investigated by X-ray or various imaging devices. The screws to be inserted have a certain length, width and effect on the jawbone. For this reason, in order for dental implant treatment to be applied, the jawbone development of people must be completed. the application of dental implant treatment to people under the age of 18 is not preferred due to the incomplete development of the face and jaw. In diabetics, the disease should be in order before treatment. In those who use blood-thinning drugs, the drugs are discontinued before treatment. Those with bone resorption can undergo implant treatment after receiving appropriate treatment.
Can the Implant Be Applied Immediately After Tooth Extraction?
Implant application after tooth extraction is called ’inmmediat implant application'. It is possible to apply an implant immediately after tooth extraction and it can be done under certain conditions. Applying an implant immediately after tooth extraction is not appropriate if there are infected tissues in the tooth extraction socket.
If the implant application is not considered appropriate by our doctors as soon as the tooth is extracted, it is necessary to wait for a period of three months for the extraction cavity to heal by filling with bone. Then, the healed bone should be re-evaluated radiologically and implant planning should be performed.
Is An Implant Always Necessary For Lost Teeth? What is the Advantage of Implant Procedure Compared to Bridge Construction?
The preference of dentists is always to replace the lost tooth with an implant application. This is because the implant imitates the natural tooth structure very well. By imitating the natural tooth structure very well, it prevents melting in the jawbone and deterioration of the surrounding tooth structure. When we prefer the classical bridge construction in the absence of a single tooth, it is the cutting of the teeth in front and behind the lost gap, reducing them and causing material loss. When we prefer an implant, an implant that mimics the root structure of the tooth is placed, and then the toothlessness is eliminated by making an upper prosthesis (tooth).
Can Implant Treatment Be Applied to Patients Using Movable (Palate) Prosthesis?
Even patients with a completely toothless mouth can get rid of mobile prostheses thanks to implants that will be made directly after the bone formation process, if they have enough bones, otherwise. It is very difficult for the patient to use a prosthesis with insertion and removal, especially in the lower jaw, because a tongue in constant motion inside, cheek and lip outside causes a lot of distress to the patient while talking and eating. Problems related to the prosthesis, which cannot stand still and often hits with tongue, lip, cheek and chewing movements in the lower jaw, can be solved by making an implant.
In addition, problems such as nausea caused by the design that closes the palate, which is made to ensure the retention of upper total prostheses, will also be eliminated. In this case, fixed or implant-supported prostheses that are inserted and removed can be performed. Complaints of playing and nausea disappear with both types of prostheses.
Can There Be a Situation Such As The Body Not Accepting Implants? Is There a Side Effect of Having an Implant? What is the Success Rate in Implant Treatment?
These treatments should be applied by specialist dentists in a hygienic environment. The success rates of dental implants vary depending on where they are placed inside the jaw, but in general, dental implants have a success rate of up to 98%. The dental implant is made of titanium material. There are no known side effects and no risk of allergic reactions.
In Whom is Implant Application Risky?
Diabetes(diabetes mellitus) and chronic cardiovascular diseases that affect recovery
Patients under the age of 18 whose bone development has not been completed
Pregnant Women
People who smoke a lot (smoking suppresses healing in the mouth and may cause implant success to decrease)
Radiation treatments to the head and neck area
People with connective tissue diseases, hemophilia(bleeding disease) and significant immune system deficiencies
Individuals using corticosteroids or immunosuppressive drugs
Implant application in these patients is risky and may result in failure. However, implant placement may be possible depending on the degree and severity of their diseases. The final decision on this issue belongs to the dentist, taking into account the opinion of the physician who monitors the diseases.
Is It Necessary to Have a Tomography (3D Jaw And Dental Tomography) Done Before The Implant?
Imaging before treatment is very important. Since it shows the condition of the jaw bones very clearly with three-dimensional dental tomography, it is used to determine whether there is a suitable bone where the implant can be made and increases the success of the operation.
What is Seamless (Flap-free) Implant Treatment?
Implant surgery without flaps is called implant surgery without cutting the gum and suturing. In this process, the healing is faster and more comfortable because the operation is very minimal on the gum and surrounding tissue. However, not every patient may be suitable for this technique. Your doctor will make the decision on this issue at the end of your first examination.
Do I Feel Pain During the Implant Procedure? Does It Cause Pain After the Implant Is Made?
Before the procedure, the patient is usually given local anesthesia and in some cases general anesthesia. With the effect of anesthesia, the patient does not feel pain or pain in any way during the surgical procedure. In patients undergoing local anesthesia, there may be mild pain after the anesthesia effect dissipates during the day. These pains are considered normal. After the procedure, this condition is eliminated by using the painkillers recommended by your dentist. The slight pains that occur during the implant recovery period are no different from the pains that occur during tooth extraction.
Can I Go to Work After Having an Implant? Can I Continue My Daily Life After Having an Implant?
If the procedures related to the entire jaw have not been performed, you can often go to work the next day and return to your daily life.
What Should I Pay Attention to During the Recovery Period After the Implant Is Made?
It is normal to see blood in the mouth for 24 hours after the procedure. Applying ice to the treated area during the first day (application should be done with ice for 10 minutes, wait for 10 minutes, continue for a few hours) and sleeping with your head up for the first 2 nights accelerates the treatment. Spitting, gargling and mouth rinsing should not be done on the first day. It is a normal condition to have swelling, bruising in the implant applied areas or neighboring areas for 2-3 days. It passes within 10 days along with recovery. Do not smoke or drink alcohol for the first 24 hours. It is extremely important not to smoke until the operation site is completely healed. Be careful to use the medications prescribed by your doctor as recommended. Stitches inserted into the mouth are removed after about 1 week, depending on the condition of the patient and the wound.
How Should I Eat After the Implant Is Done? When to Eat After the Implant Is Done?
You can start feeding after the effect of the local anesthesia has passed. You should avoid hot food and drinks for the first few days after the procedure. Soft foods such as yogurt, cheese, soups, fruit juices, soft-cooked eggs, soft meat, milk, ice cream, custard and the inside of bread at room temperature can be consumed.
How to Take Care of the Implants After the Implant Is Made?
After implant application, it is very important to pay attention to oral hygiene. In addition to regular tooth brushing, cleaning of the implant-applied area should be ensured by using special Decals, interface brushes and mouth showers recommended by your doctor. The use of mouthwash will contribute to oral hygiene. Control processes are also very important, it is necessary to go to annual controls every two years and 6 months for the first two years, and then. The most correct orientation will be made by your doctor.
What Can Be Done When There is Not Enough Bone Tissue in the Area Where the Implant Will Be Made? How Do I Know If There Is Enough Bone Support For Implant Treatment?
The determination of whether the patient has enough bone thickness for implant application can be determined by clinical examination and 3D jaw and dental tomography. This problem can be overcome with bone grafting in patients who do not have enough bone tissue. For this procedure, sinus lift, block grafting in the upper posterior region, bone formation operations in horizontal and vertical directions in the lower jaw can be performed.
How Many Years Is the Life of the Implant?
It has been found that many patients who have undergone implant treatment have been using it for many years without problems. However, the most important factor of this long process is the patient's encouragement for the daily maintenance of the implant. Like every person with natural teeth, implant patients should definitely consult a dentist every 6 months and have a dental cleaning.
Can I Have a Tomography(CT) Or MRI Of The Head And Neck Shadow After The Implant Is Done?
There is no objection to MRI or tomography after implant application.
Does Having Bone Resorption in the Body Mean That There Is Also Bone Resorption in the Jawbone?
Even if there is a high rate of bone resorption (osteoporosis) in the body, there may be a very good bone in the mouth, as well as a very good bone in the body, the bone volume in the mouth may be insufficient, although there is a very good bone in the body.
After the Implant Is Applied, Will I Remain Toothless Until My Dentures Are Made?
Toothlessness after implant application is one of the most important fears of patients. The goal of us dentists is not to walk our patients without teeth during this period. During this period, temporary prostheses are catching up with us. During the recovery period after the procedure, you can use a temporary movable prosthesis or a fixed prosthesis according to the applied method.
What is the All On Four Implant Technique?
In patients without full teeth, a fixed full jaw prosthesis can be placed on 4-6 implants on the same day as All-on-four treatment. It provides patient satisfaction by taking into account function, aesthetics, taste, speech and self-confidence.
Is the Implant Brand Important?
There are many implant brands and designs available today. The qualities of these many brands are not the same. The quality of the material is one of the important factors that directly affect the success of the implant. However, it should be remembered that the successful implant application is also related to the patient's recovery potential, smoking, the state of oral hygiene, the presence of systemic diseases that may affect recovery, such as diabetes, and the surgical skill of the physician. When we evaluate all these factors together. It is for your doctor to decide what is the ideal implant according to your jaw and systemic disease status. For this reason, it will be our main criterion that your dentist, not the brand model, decides which one will be suitable for your structure.
