What Are Dental Implants Vancouver BC?

By Tracie Knight


Missing teeth will not only affect your smile, but your confidence and general health as well. The way you chew is affected negatively, and this may lead to secondary health issues. Dental implants Vancouver BC practitioners are able to replace your missing teeth and replace your dentures with a more permanent fixture.

The implants are composed of small titanium screws which your dentist places into your jawbone. This section acts as a natural tooth root replacement. Once the screw has been placed, a tooth crown is placed on the post which provides you with a fully functional tooth. Titanium is used because it can fuse with the jaw bone in the same way as a natural tooth root.

Practitioners offer various methods to replace missing teeth. Denture wearers are able to replace their dentures with implants. Many individuals who have worn dentures for long periods of time suffer with severe bone loss in their jaws. Implants allow them to get rid of the dentures.

In the event that you have lost all your teeth, you have the option of a procedure called all-on-four. This is perfect for denture users who are suffering with loose dentures constantly. This procedure requires the placement of eight posts into your jaw line, in order to replace full sets of dentures. The dentures are fixed to the posts.

In the event that you have lost several of your teeth, you can opt to have multiple implants placed. This also applies to those who are at risk of tooth loss. As people age, their teeth start to weaken and you may want it replaced to allow you to eat different foodstuffs. If you are only missing one tooth, you can choose a single implant. This simple procedure may be possible in a single consultation with your dentist.

The procedure can be a lengthy one, depending on the type of procedure you require. It is also dependent on the amount and condition of the bone in your jaw. In cases where bone deterioration has been experienced, you may have to undergo bone replacement surgery prior to the implants being placed.

In this case, you will be referred to a surgeon who will add bone to your jaw with bone taken from your body or with artificial bone. In most cases, the bone is taken from your hip area. When the bone is placed, the implants will generally also be placed at the same time. After this procedure, you will need to wait for a short while whilst the bone integrates with the implant. Once that process has successfully taken place, it will be possible for your new teeth to be placed.

If you have sufficient bone in your jaw, implants can be placed during a single procedure. The implant will be placed in the area where you are missing a tooth. The tooth will immediately be placed on the implant post.

To find out if you qualify for this procedure, you should visit your dentist. You may be referred to a surgeon if you require surgery to replace the bone in your jaw. Your practitioner will assess your dental health and provide you with details about the most opportune procedure for your situation.




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