WHAT ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS?

Dental implants are easily the most popular and also the ideal solution, for replacing your missing tooth/teeth. They have changed the course of dentistry.

A dental implant is basically a titanium post which is surgically inserted into the jawbone beneath the gum line to work as a tooth root. Post insertion, implantologist will attach a crown on top of the implant to ensure the appearance of a natural tooth.

Difference Between Dental Implants & Bridges

ADVANTAGES OF DENTAL IMPLANTS

• Dental Implants help restore the lost tooth structure as well as the function
• Implants are a durable solution with the potential to even outlive the patient
• Dental Implants help maintain the shape and contour of face & smile which can go wrong due to missing teeth making the facial muscles sag
• Implants don’t harm the adjacent tooth structure in any manner and protect healthy bone
• Implants ensure superior appearance and comfort with no speech issue to deal
• Implants boost your self-esteem for being a perfect solution to the missing tooth
• Implants give the freedom to enjoy your favourite foods without any worry

POST IMPLANTS CARE

Good oral hygiene is important not just for your teeth and gums but also for overall wellbeing. Follow these tips to improve your oral health:
• Brush twice a day to maintain good oral hygiene
• Choose your toothbrush carefully and go for one with a small head and soft bristles
• Change your toothbrush after every two to three months to not let frayed or worn-out bristles harm your teeth and gums
• Go gently & thoroughly and don’t use too much force while brushing as it might cause abrasion
• Floss at least once a day to keep plaque, bacteria, and foods struck between the teeth out as it helps keep implants in good condition
• Take proper oral care at home to make your dental implants last a lifetime
• Use mouth rinses once a day after meals to stay on top of your oral health
• Don’t eat sticky foods as implants can attract more bacteria that your natural teeth for being artificial in nature
• Eating and drinking right can help your implants stay out of the harm’s way and such good oral care can make then last forever
Visit the dental clinic regularly and try to achieve good oral hygiene to make your implants last for life