12 Jul,
2024

7 Frequently Asked Dental Implant Questions

If you’ve lost teeth, it’s not the end of your smile. There are several ways to replace your teeth and restore your ability to smile confidently and enjoy food. You may have heard of dental implants, which are often described as the best way to replace missing teeth. 

Dental implants have been used since the 1960s, although the concept was believed to have been used by ancient civilisations thousands of years ago. Today’s implants are highly refined and clinically tested for precision results. 

If you’re considering dental implants, it’s natural that you might have lots of questions. Before opting to have any procedure, it’s always important to understand it fully and make an informed decision. 

In this guide, we share the answers to seven of the most commonly asked questions about dental implants. 

 

1. What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants replace tooth roots and support your smile. They are typically made from titanium and anchor into the jawbone. The supporting bone and implant fuse together to create a strong foundation. 

 

2. Can I Replace Multiple Teeth With Dental Implants?

Yes. Single implants are common and are completed by a dental crown. But if you’ve lost multiple teeth, we can use All-on-4 implants. All-on-4s use four to six dental implants and can support up to an entire arch of teeth. 

Alternatively, you can choose implant-retained dentures. Like dentures, these are conveniently removable. However, using implants maximises stability, improving your bite and confidence. 

 

3. Who Can Have Dental Implants?

Dental implants are the perfect solution for replacing missing teeth, but we need to ensure they’re right for you. Certain factors can increase the risk of failure.

When you lose teeth or develop advanced gum disease, it can impact the health of your jaw, and over time, the bone can deteriorate.

We’ll perform a thorough examination, including taking X-rays of your jaw. This shows us how strong your jaw is and whether it can support the implants. 

Other factors we may ask about include whether you’re receiving radiotherapy, have diabetes, smoke, or grind and clench your teeth. 

 

4. How Long Will Dental Implants Last?

Because titanium is strong and biocompatible, it can potentially last for life. The secret to a long-lasting smile is the care and attention you pay to it. By thoroughly brushing twice a day, flossing, avoiding smoking, and attending dental checkups and hygiene appointments, you can keep your implants for life. 

 

5. What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

Dental implants truly are the gold standard for replacing teeth. From an aesthetic standpoint, we’ll create teeth which look completely natural and match the shape, size, and colour of the rest of your smile. Replacing your teeth will help improve any lost confidence and give you a smile you can feel good about. 

The firm foundation provided by dental implants lets you bite and chew confidently. In fact, dental implants are almost indistinguishable from the real thing in terms of stability. 

Once you have dental implants, they prevent the jaw from deteriorating. In addition, replacing your missing teeth helps preserve the health of your gums and nearby teeth. 

 

6. How Do I Take Care of Dental Implants?

Dental implants require no more maintenance than natural teeth. During your routine checkups, we’ll check on the health of the jaw supporting your implants and monitor for any concerns. 

The best way to care for your dental implants day-to-day is to brush and floss them and visit us every six months. 

 

7. How Do Dental Implants Compare to Bridges or Dentures?

Bridges and dentures are both good options. However, by taking support from the jaw, you can bite and chew with complete confidence.

If you’d prefer dentures, you could have implants to support these. This gives you the benefits of both options. 

 

Dental Implants In Beaconsfield

Dental implants are the most effective solution for replacing missing teeth. They offer stability and support lifelike crowns and dentures that look completely natural. If you have more questions about dental implants or how they’re placed, we can answer them during your initial consultation. 

Contact us today to learn more about dental implants and arrange your consultation.

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