Types Of Dental Implants Vancouver BC Procedures

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.

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.

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.

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 occasions when the procedure can be prolonged, depending on extent of the dental work required. The length of the procedure is also dependent on the amount and the condition of the bone in your jaw. If you have suffered bone deterioration in your jaw, you may be required to undergo surgery to build up the bone.

Your surgeon will commence the procedure with replacing bone in your jaw with bone taken from elsewhere in your body, or artificially grown bone. The replacement bone is often taken from your hips. The implants are normally placed at the same time as the bone is placed in your jaw. Thereafter, time is allowed for the implant to integrate with the bone in your jaw. Once osseo-integration has taken place, your dentist will be able to place your new teeth.

If it is not necessary for you to have bone replaced, you can undergo the tooth placement during one procedure. Your dentist will place the implant in the position of the missing tooth. The tooth crown will be attached to the post immediately.

To determine if you qualify for this type of procedure, you should discuss your options with your dentist. It may be necessary for you to be referred to a surgeon who specializes if you need bone replacement surgery. Your practitioner will take time to assess your personal situation and recommend the best procedure for your needs.




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