What is an Implant ?
Implant ; It is a material that imitates the tooth root made of titanium . It provides perfect compatibility with the jawbone, that is, it is biocompatible
For implant application, slots in diameter and length suitable for the implant to be placed in the jawbone are opened by the dentist. Implants are placed in the jawbone with appropriate technical and hygienic conditions
How long does it take to make an
over-implant prosthesis ?
First, the implant is placed in the jawbone by the dentist and the implant is expected to integrate with the bone for 2-6 months. Afterwards, the procedures are followed according to the type of prosthesis to be made and the prosthesis is completed. Since local anesthesia is applied, the patient does not feel pain. After the numbness has passed, the process can be easily overcome with painkillers.
Is implant surgery a painful
treatment ?
Since local anesthesia is applied by the dentist during implant surgery, pain is not felt. If the dentist´s recommendations are followed and the drugs given are used correctly, a problem-free treatment process is experienced.
Is maintenance required after the
completion of over-implant
prostheses ?
We should continue the care and controls we do for our own teeth after our implant prosthesis is completed. If the teeth are not taken care of properly after the treatment is finished, the implants and surrounding tissues may be damaged like our own teeth.
Can implants be placed in
every patient ?
After evaluating the suitability of bone structure with radiography imaging systems, implant treatment can be applied to people who are in good health and have survived the growth period.
What to do if there is bone deficiency
in the area where the implant will
be applied ?
If there is not enough bone in the area where the implant should be placed in order to give the most appropriate support to the prosthesis to be made, the physician makes the area suitable for implant placement with hard or soft tissue grafts.
Can an implant be placed
immediately after tooth extraction ?
If the hard and soft tissues in the area are suitable, implants can be made after tooth extraction.