After learning about the cost of implants, every patient who wants to get implants also wants to know how much their investment is justified and whether dental implants are permanent.
We’ll make you happy with our answer. Dental implants act as a permanent solution to damaged dentition and teeth replacement, here’s how:
Dental implants consist of three parts: a titanium implant which is placed in the jawbone (the artificial tooth root), a crown (the actual tooth), and an abutment (the part that connects the root and the crown). A dental crown can wear out over time and may need to be replaced, but titanium implants placed in the jaw can last a lifetime.
However, there are several important factors to consider to ensure the longevity of the implants.
- The quality of implants. When choosing dental implants, it is crucial to choose high-quality titanium products and give preference to the offers of reliable companies.
- The implant placement. This has to do with the experience of the surgeon placing the implant. If the implant is poorly installed or the tissues are severely damaged during installation, it is likely that the implants will not last long or will be damaged within a short time. It is necessary to trust only the service of an experienced and qualified specialist.
- Oral hygiene. As with natural teeth, the accumulation of food particlesaround the implant can cause tissue inflammation and damage the implant. It is necessary to follow oral hygiene and clean teeth regularly.
How do you know if the implant is damaged?
If you already have implants and some sensations make you think that they are damaged, you can be guided by the following symptoms.
Severe pain and discomfort. It is normal to feel pain for a few days after the implantation, because the implantation is a surgical intervention, after which the tissues are in the recovery phase. However, if the pain and discomfort continue for a long time after the procedure, it is already a reason for concern and it is necessary to contact a specialist to diagnose the condition of the implants.
Receding gums around implants. Removal of gum tissues and inflammation can occur from improperly placed implants. It is also possible that the bone tissue is not strong enough to support the implant. All of these can lead to inflammation of the gingival tissue surrounding the implant and displacement of the implant.
Difficulties occur when biting or chewing. The main advantage of dental implants is that they participate in biting and chewing like natural teeth. If you experience discomfort, pain, or tooth mobility during these activities, there may be something wrong with the implants
What to do if the implants are already damaged?
First of all, contact a specialist and present the symptoms. After a detailed examination, the surgeon-dentist will confirm or deny that the implants are damaged and will carry out appropriate interventions.
- If the cause of gingivitis is pathogenic bacteria, cleaning and disinfection of the oral cavity is performed, local use of tissue-regenerating medications is prescribed.
- If the reason for the displacement or damage of the implant is bone tissue problems, a bone grafting is performed in that area to hold the implant firmly in place.
- If the implant is incorrectly placed, it is removed, tissue regeneration interventions are undertaken, and only after some time new implants are placed.
