Dental Implant Basics

Implants 101

Administrator — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 05:07:46 +0000

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Dental implants are natural-looking replacements for missing teeth that also gives the same function as the natural tooth root. These were also used to anchor other kinds of teeth restorations for patient satisfaction. A dental implant is a small but strong titanium post that serves as the root structure for a natural tooth. This is usually placed into the upper or lower jaw bone. After the bone has grown around an implant, it ( the implant) can now hold a bridge, crown or over-denture in the same way roots hold natural teeth in place. Titanium is very durable and has good tensile strength that is why implants can last a lifetime. They have the same needs as natural teeth such as brushing, flossing and periodic check ups.

Great smile on a budget

Administrator — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:43:03 +0000

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Nearly everyone wants a great smile but on a shoe string budget. In some cases, people are afraid to ask about what cosmetic dental options are available.The combination of tooth whitening and shaping, and replacing old discolored fillings with new white ones can affordably improve a smile. Many people have old white fillings on their front teeth (incisors or canines) that have become stained and now look unattractive. Others have silver fillings on the inside of their front teeth or on their side teeth (premolars) that can make them look darker than their other teeth. Still others have teeth that are uneven or pointed. Prices vary and your dentist can improve all of these situations. First, ask your dentist to whiten and shape your teeth. After the teeth are whiter and attractively shaped, old and discolored fillings can be replaced with new ones that match the whiter color. The cost for this “smile enhancement” will be less.

The American PDA

zahflo — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 08:00:39 +0000

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In October 2008, the American Dental Association (ADA) will launch the ADA Vendor Showcase, where members and subscribers will receive special dental product offers, discounts and other services via email. A lot of the offerings are available only to ADA Vendor Showcase participants. This is a great opportunity for individuals and groups in the dental industry to get the latest information on products and services fro the exhibitors and companies participating in the event. With each email, a survey is attached that is linked to a manufacturer to gather input from participants, and in the long run help these companies improve their products and services. Thos who answer the survey have the opportunity to win freebies.

Participants will receive email messages thrice in a month for the entire year. The ADA’s privacy policy assures the participants that their contact information will be kept confidential and will not be passed on to a third party.

Is it Safe?

editor — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:58:06 +0000

By: ReginPaul

Is dental implant safe? Placing an artificial tooth on your gums should not be treated as a joke.

As far as I know, it is one of the most serious operations done by dentists and orthodontics alike. It has a very complicated procedure since dental professionals have to drill a hole in your gums so that they can insert the artificial tooth in it.

Experts say that it is not advisable for those who have blood diseases (such as leukemia) and those who have undergone chemotherapy to have dental implants. On the other hand, people who do not have such diseases can have implants if they wish to have one.

Conventional Dentures and Bridges vs Dental Implants

zahflo — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:51:34 +0000

Some people might fear undergoing a dental implant procedure and prefer the conventional dentures, or the simpler bridge, where artificial teeth are attached to existing teeth. Those who have chosen dental implants describe the benefits of not having to worry about slipping and clicking dentures. They feel more confident and enjoy eating a variety of food. Having bridges may damage the existing healthy teeth to which it is attached, and dentures need to be readjusted when the gums shrink as you age. Dental implants also look and feel more like natural teeth, and it prevents bone loss and gum recession, avoiding distortions on your face, especially the cheek area, that makes denture-users look older when they remove their dentures.

With dental implants, you not only look and feel good, but you maintain your overall oral health.

Replacing Several Teeth

editor — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:38:11 +0000

by Chubs

Sometimes there are cases wherein a patient loses several teeth due to severe deterioration of the health of the teeth or due to a major accident which could have caused injury in his teeth. In cases like these, patients can opt for implant-supported bridges in order to replace several missing teeth. This works by allowing the dental implants to replace the missing tooth roots. Patients will find that implant-supported bridge method will give them more natural-looking and more natural-feeling teeth. In addition to this, implant-supported bridges will preserve the bone by integrating the implants with the jawbone, hence, making it more intact and healthy.

What is Single Tooth Replacement?

editor — Mon, 26 May 2008 14:17:02 +0000

by Chubs

When a patient is missing only one tooth, the single tooth replacement method may be used to replace the missing tooth using one implant and one crown. As the implant replaces the root and as the attached crown replaces the visible tooth, the patient will notice that dental implant looks and feels more natural. Also, in the single tooth replacement method, the neighboring teeth are untouched, therefore, minimizing future complications. Other treatments typically used in replacing a missing single tooth include a tooth-supported fixed bridge which lets the adjacent teeth support the cemented bridge. All in all, dental implants will help your jawbone become stronger as they keep the bone more intact.

The Price of Dental Implants

editor — Fri, 23 May 2008 13:51:46 +0000

by Chubs

Dental implant surgery has always been one of the most widely performed dental surgeries in the world. The price of dental implants differs from one country to another. For example, in the United States, dental implants normally cost around $2,500, and around $12,000 per arch for full mouth reconstructions. As a matter of fact, dental implants can even cost you a whopping $50,000 depending on the gravity or complexity of the patient’s case. Dental implants cost between £2000-£2800 in the United Kingdom and around 5,000 NIS in Israel for single implants. Single implants cost around 250-350$ in Iraq and around 700-800$ in Turkey and Egypt.

How Much Will It Cost Me?

editor — Mon, 19 May 2008 13:28:11 +0000

by Chubs

In preparing yourself for that dental implant surgery you have always wanted, it would also be good if you can familiarize yourself with the financial burden that you are expected to encounter in having the treatment. To get a clearer picture of how much you should prepare for your dental implant budget, here is a run-down of the fee structure of the three basic components of the tooth that will be restored using implants:

1. The cost of the dental implant surgery
2. The cost of the post or abutment placed on the healed implant.
3. The cost of the crown placed on the top of the post.

Also, bear in mind that there is a possibility that you might need multiple implants and crowns so be sure you’re really ready for all the expenses.

History of Dental Implants

editor — Fri, 16 May 2008 13:13:14 +0000

by Chubs

The history of dental implants traces back to the Mayan people who had shells inserted in the sockets of their missing teeth and the Egyptian mummies which were discovered to have gold wire implants in their jawbones. Dating for almost thousands of years, these mummies testify to the fact that the concept of dental implants were already in existence even before its popularity in the 80’s. There is an exhibit which showcases pre-Columbian skeletal remains with dental implants made of semi-precious stones. Also, ivory implants were found in skeletons from the Middle Ages unearthed in the Middle East and an iron dental implant was found in the jawbone of a Roman soldier discovered in Europe. However, modern implantology was said to have begun in the 1980’s along with the increased popularity of the titanium cylinder. Since then, modern implantology has started building a strong foundation in the field of dentistry.