The Choice Of Dental Implants Vancouver BC

By Tracie Knight


People who are missing teeth do not only shy away from smiling, it affects their confidence level and general health too. Your chewing method is badly affected and this could lead to secondary health problems. A visit to dental implants Vancouver BC practitioners could set you on the road to have your missing teeth or dentures replaced with a stronger, permanent set of teeth.

Tiny titanium screws make up the implants which are placed in the bone in your jaw. The screws replace the root of your natural tooth. Once it has been placed into your jaw, a tooth crown is placed on the post that provides you with a secure tooth. Titanium is able to integrate with the bone in your jaw.

Dentists use a range of methods for the replacement of missing teeth with implants. If you wear dentures and are unhappy with it, you have the opportunity to replace it with dentures. Many long-term denture wearers suffer bone loss in the jaw. This problem can be rectified with the placement of implants.

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.

You can opt for a multiple procedure if you have lost a few of your teeth. This is also suitable if you are at risk of losing your teeth. This happens as people age and their teeth are not as strong as they once were. Single posts are used if you have lost a single tooth. This is the simplest of all the procedures and the full process may be completed in one sitting.

There are times when the procedure could be a drawn out event, depending on what is required. The period is also dependent on the condition and amount of bone that is present in your jaw. In cases where your jaw bone has deteriorated, it may be necessary to have bone replacement done before the implants can be placed.

This procedure will start with surgery to replace the lost bone in your jaw, with artificial bone or bone taken from another part of your body. This is often taken from your hip and placed in your jaw. The implants are often placed during the bone replacement procedure. You will have to allow time for the bone to integrate with the implant. Once integration has occurred, your new tooth can be placed.

If you do not require a bone transplant, you may be able to have your implants placed much quicker. The implant is simply placed in the same spot where you are missing a tooth. The tooth crown will then be placed immediately.

To make a determination if you are suitable for this type of procedure, you should consult with your dentist. Your dentist may refer you to a maxilla-facial surgeon if you require bone replacement surgery. Your personal situation requires assessment to determine the exact procedure that will enhance your smile effectively.




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