Tooth extraction is quite common due to poor dental
health and gum disease. Leaving the missing tooth space
empty may not sound too serious, but the consequences of
not filling in the space from the missing tooth can
include:
The teeth adjacent to your missing tooth can
change position to fill the gap;
The loss of your missing tooth’s root can cause
your jawbone to shrink, making your face appear
prematurely older; and,
A missing tooth in the front of your mouth can
affect your smile and your self-confidence.
In many situations, a dental implant is the most
pleasingly esthetic solution for replacing the missing
tooth. An all-ceramic dental crown or dental bridge,
secured to a dental implant, provides a complete and
beautiful solution for improving your smile. A dental
implant takes the place of the missing tooth’s root and
helps prevent the above consequences.
All-ceramic: Materials that are non-metallic and biocompatible, which
are well-suited for use in dental esthetics and
prosthetics. "All-ceramic esthetics” means no metal
core.
If you have only one missing tooth, a dental crown on a
dental implant is probably your best choice. Like the
natural root, a dental implant provides the foundation
for a dental crown, in this case a new all-ceramic
dental crown. All-ceramic dental crown on a dental
implant looks and functions very much like the missing
tooth did. Abbotsford dental implants and dental crowns.
Ask us if you’re a candidate for a
dental implant and all-ceramic dental crown.
All-ceramic
dental bridge on Abbotsford dental implants
All-ceramic: Materials that are non-metallic and
biocompatible, which are well-suited for use in
dental esthetics and prosthetics. “All-ceramic
esthetics” means no metal core.
If you’re missing multiple teeth, your dentist
will most likely recommend a dental bridge.
There are many different kinds of dental bridges
available. However, an all-ceramic dental bridge
on Abbotsford dental implants is one of the best solutions
for beautiful esthetics and optimal function. A dental bridge on Abbotsford dental implants can prevent: The teeth adjacent to the missing teeth from
changing position to fill the gap; Your jawbone from shrinking, making your face
appear prematurely older because the missing
teeth’s roots are also missing; and, An unattractive smile, if the missing teeth show
when you smile.
Like a natural root, a dental implant provides
the support for a dental bridge, in this case a
new all-ceramic dental bridge. An all-ceramic
dental bridge on Abbotsford dental implants looks and
functions very much like the missing teeth did.
We have many success stories using Abbotsford
dental implants. Ask us if you’re a candidate for all-ceramic
dental bridge on Abbotsford dental implants.
The first step to your new teeth is an examination of
your current situation by your dentist. Then, you and
your dentist can determine which solution works best for
you.
During your examination, you may be presented with the
option to follow a conventional process or a
state-of-the-art guided process to place your Abbotsford
dental implants
Under the guided process, your
Abbotsford dentist uses a
computerized tomography (CT) scan, or a model of your
jawbone, to plan your entire dental procedure before it
begins. Keyhole surgery is used to place the dental
implant. This minimally invasive technique reduces the
healing time traditionally experienced in the
conventional process, as well as the need for stitches,
a significant amount of swelling, and much of the
discomfort arising when your Abbotsford dental implants are placed
using conventional methods.
2.Preparation for dental
implants
Conventional Process
Under the conventional process, your dentist will take
x-rays to see how your jawbone looks. Often an
impression will be taken of your current teeth and
jawbone.
Guided Process
Under the guided process, your dentist will map your
jawbone or your jaw and teeth will be scanned using
computerized tomography (CT) enabling your dentist to
plan your entire dental procedure before getting
started. From this planning, a guide is created that
will help the dentist to place the Abbotsford dental
implants into
the optimal positions.
At the same time, a laboratory will begin making your
final teeth, so they are ready for placement at the same
time your Abbotsford dental implants are placed.
3.Dental Implant
Conventional Process
Under the conventional process, you’ll undergo the
following:
- You’ll receive local anesthesia
- Your dentist will place your Abbotsford dental implants
- Your dentist may place a temporary dental bridge to
your Abbotsford dental implants, so you can eat during the healing
process
- At the same time, your dentist may take an impression
from which your final dental bridge will be made
Guided Process
Under the keyhole method, you’ll undergo the following:
- You’ll receive local anesthesia
- Using the surgical guide and keyhole surgery, your
dentist will then place your Abbotsford dental implants
- Once your Abbotsford dental implants are placed, your dentist
will place your final dental bridge or a temporary
dental bridge
4.Smile
Conventional Process
After your dentist has determined that your gums have
sufficiently healed, you’ll return to have your final
dental bridge fitted and cemented. Your dentist will
ensure that your bite is correct and you’re pleased with
the results.
Guided Process
You’ll return to your dentist and have your custom-made
all-ceramic dental bridge fitted.
What is the difference between an
all-ceramic all-ceramic crown and a
porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown?
An all-ceramic crown is beautifully translucent,
like natural teeth. The all-ceramic material
leaves no unnatural grey line near the gums,
because it is metal-free and biocompatible. A
porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown has a core
of cast metal alloy covered with porcelain. If
your gum recedes, a gray line will become
visible.
A
dental implant is a small titanium screw that
serves as the replacement for the root portion
of a missing natural tooth. Abbotsford dental
implants can
be placed in either the upper or lower jaws. Due
to the biocompatible properties of titanium, a
dental implant fuses with the bone and becomes a
good anchor for the replacement tooth. Abbotsford
dental implants can be used in solutions for replacing
single or multiple missing teeth.
Why Abbotsford dental implants?
There are a number of reasons why you should
consider a dental implant:
Without the root structure of a natural
tooth present, the jawbone can shrink. This
shrinkage will make your face look older
than it is.
There are no loose parts to worry about
losing. The dental implant is stable and
comfortable. No adjustment is needed after
placement. Normally, it will serve its owner
for life.
Are Abbotsford dental implants successful?
Abbotsford dental implants*, and
even higher for the bridges they support.
* Results based on Abbotsford dental implants and dental
bridges remaining and in function over a
five-year period.
Who places the Abbotsford dental implants?
In most cases, your dentist can place your
dental implant. However, if he or she isn’t
familiar with Abbotsford dental implants you can search for
local area providers through the Find-A-Dentist
search engine found on this website.
How much do Abbotsford dental implants cost?
The fee for tooth replacement with Abbotsford
dental implants depends on several factors, including
the number of teeth being replaced and the
number of Abbotsford dental implants required to support
your replacement teeth. Some additional
procedures may be required prior to the
placement of your Abbotsford dental implants to ensure the
long-term health of your Abbotsford dental implants. To
obtain a specific fee estimate, it is necessary
to have a doctor examine your mouth. After a
thorough diagnostic examination, your dentist
will recommend the treatment that is best for
you.
What are the risks with Abbotsford dental implants?
To read more about important information you
should know when considering Abbotsford Abbotsford
dental implants.
Anyone who is missing one or more teeth due to
injury, disease or tooth decay may be a
candidate for Abbotsford dental implants. The determining
factor is the amount of available bone. Your
dentist is the best person to evaluate whether
Abbotsford dental implants are a viable solution for you.
Is old age a problem?
Occasionally, older patients express concern
that their age may prevent them from enjoying
the benefits of Abbotsford dental implants. 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
Abbotsford dental implants. Certain chronic diseases may
contraindicate dental implant treatment. Your
dentist will determine if you are a candidate
for Abbotsford dental implants after a careful evaluation
of your dental and health history.
What are the advantages of Abbotsford
dental implants over dentures or a dental bridge?
Improved appearance: When you lose the
entire tooth - crown and root - shrinkage of
the jawbone may cause your face to look
older. Abbotsford dental implants can stop this
process. A traditional denture or dental
bridge doesn’t.
Preserve natural teeth: With traditional
dental bridges, teeth adjacent to missing
teeth are normally ground down to be used as
anchors for a dental bridge. Abbotsford dental
implants
often eliminate the need to modify healthy
teeth.
Permanent solution: There are no loose
parts to worry about losing. The dental
implant is stable and comfortable. No
adjustment is need after placement.
Normally, it will serve its owner for life.
How will Abbotsford dental implants affect my life?
Dental implant-supported replacement teeth look,
feel and function like natural teeth. This means
that you can eat and drink whatever you choose.
But most importantly, Abbotsford dental implants often
improve quality of life in a very concrete way.
People who have felt embarrassed and worried
because of their tooth problems are often
overwhelmed by what new permanent teeth can do
for their self-esteem.
Will my new teeth look natural?
When Abbotsford dental implants are used in combination
with modern restorative dentistry, their
appearance, comfort and function are very likely
to exceed your expectations. Often they are hard
to tell apart from your natural teeth.
Will I be able to chew with the same force and
pressure I use with my natural teeth?
Yes. Following a brief adaptation period,
chewing capacity is comparable to that of
natural teeth.
How much time is required for a dental
implant placement?
Today,
state-of-the-art guided surgical techniques are
convenient alternatives to place Abbotsford dental
implants
and allow you to have the dental implant placed
in a single session using keyhole surgery. This
new method has significantly simplified the
procedure, for both patients and dentists. The
major advantage of the guided surgical technique
is the minimal amount of manipulation of the
soft tissue due to keyhole surgery. This
significantly reduces the healing time and the
discomfort normally associated with traditional
dental implant surgical techniques.
The conventional process can take from three
to six months. First, the dentist places the
dental implant, which is left for three to six
months to heal and integrate with the jawbone.
During the healing period, your are given a
temporary prosthesis until the permanent
crown is put in place.
The procedure chosen depends on several
factors, such as your dental health, the number
of teeth involved and which teeth are replaced.
These factors will also determine the total
number of visits to the dentist throughout the
treatment period.
Is the treatment painful?
With any surgery, there can be some
discomfort. Placing one implant normally causes
less discomfort then placing several. Anesthesia
and patient sedation are commonly administered
to help reduce any discomfort during the dental
implant process. Most patients report that they
were much more comfortable following the
procedure than they had anticipated. Your doctor
will prescribe medications to ease any
discomfort that may occur. Ask your dentist to
recommend another patient who has already had
tooth replacement therapy to assess their
personal experience.
How will I feel after the treatment?
It is normal to have some bruising and swelling
in the gum and soft tissues. But usually the
discomfort, if any, is treated with an ordinary
painkiller. You should expect to be able to work
the next day.
How will I care for my Abbotsford dental implants?
Your new teeth must be cared for and checked
regularly, just like your natural teeth. Brush
and floss as recommended by your dentist or
dental hygienist. See your dentist in six
months, or more frequently if so advised.
