Dental Implant
A dental implant is a tooth restoration that replaces a missing tooth or several missing teeth. A dental implant consists of a titanium post that’s surgically placed into the jawbone beneath the gum line. After a healing period, a replacement tooth is attached to the post. Dental implants can be used to replace an individual tooth, several missing teeth, or an entire arch of teeth.
What Is A Multiple Tooth Dental Implant?
A multiple tooth dental implant is a type of dental implant that can be used to replace multiple teeth. The implant itself is a titanium post that is surgically inserted into the jawbone. Once the post has fused to the jawbone, the implant is topped with a crown or denture to complete the restoration.
Multiple tooth implants are similar to single tooth implants, but they differ in how many teeth they replace. Instead of using one implant per tooth, multiple tooth implants use one implant for each tooth anchored in the jaw.
Dental implants are superior to dental bridges, partial dentures, and full dentures because they not only replace missing teeth but also help preserve jawbone structure. Partial dentures and full dentures only rest on the gums, and they have no way of stimulating the jaw bone. Without stimulation, jawbone tissue can deteriorate.
Advantages of Multiple Tooth Implants
- Can be used to replace multiple missing teeth.
- Dental implants are permanently secured in your mouth.
- Dental implants look and function like your natural teeth.
- Dental implants help restore your jawbone.
- Dental implants are easy to maintain.
- Dental implants help restore your self-confidence.
- Dental implants allow you to speak, eat, and chew properly.
- Dental implants help you maintain your oral health.
- Dental implants are sturdy and long-lasting.
Dental Implant Placement Process
The multiple teeth implant placement process requires several steps. First, the Colorado Dentist will need to conduct a thorough examination of your jaw, gums, and teeth. The dentist will need to do x-rays to determine if you have enough bone in your jaw to support the implants. If not, you may need a bone graft.
Next, the implants will be surgically placed into your jaw. The placement of multiple implants requires careful planning and execution. Your dentist uses the information obtained by the CT scan and x-rays to plan precisely where each dental implant is to be inserted. The precision in placement of the implants is very important to ensure that the dental bridge has the right insertion path. For this purpose, the dental implants are placed parallel to each other.
Once the implants are in place, the gums will be stitched closed. It typically takes 4-6 weeks for the implants to fully integrate with the bone.
After the implants have healed, the dentist will attach abutments. These abutments will help to support the prosthetic. Lastly, the dentist will fabricate the prosthetic and place it on the abutments to complete the procedure.
To learn more about the services offered at Tava Dentistry, call us at (719) 434-6630 or visit our dental office located at 320 E Fontanero St #302, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.
