What Are The Different Types Of Dental Implants?

The different dental implants types are a safe and effective way to replace lost or missing teeth. The success rate for well planned dental implants is well over 98%. Dental implants are an artificial tooth root (generally fabricated out of titanium metal) that a periodontist or oral surgeon inserts into your jaw bone to support a dental restoration to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. Did you know there are different dental implants types available? There are many different scenarios where the various dental implants types are needed so dentists have developed many different dental implants types to offer to patients. The various dental implants types are the ideal solution for people in overall good dental health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, injury, or any other reason. The various dental implants types are actually more conservative dentally than traditional dental crowns and dental bridges. This is because the different dental implants types do not have the need to cut down healthy teeth or rely upon adjacent teeth for support. Sufficient bone is needed to support the various dental implants types, and the best candidates have healthy periodontal tissues that are periodontal disease free. Dental implants are intimately connected with the underlying bone and gum tissues in the mouth. Good dental hygiene is necessary for long term success of dental implants. With dental technique and dental material advancements, dental bone grafts are now more successful than ever and can be used to augment your natural bone. Be honest with your dentist regarding health issues. There is a marked increased risk of failure in patients who smoke. For this reason, implants are frequently placed only after a patient has stopped smoking for a period of time. Different Dental Implants Types Two Stage Dental Implants. This is the most commonly used dental implants types used by dentists today. This type of dental implant is placed directly in the bone just below the gum line. The implant is closed over by the gum tissues while it is healing. Following healing, the implant is uncovered and a final dental implants crown is placed to restore a lost tooth. Single-Stage Implants. This dental implants method does not cover the dental implant with gum tissue following surgery. This technique is not commonly used. Immediate Load Dental Implants. This dental implants type is one where a dental implant and a dental crown are placed on the same day. This can be very tricky as conditions must be ideal including sufficient bone volume/density being present for success. All On 4 Dental Implants. This is a fairly new dental implants types that can help many patients replace missing teeth. The All on 4 Dental Implants procedure uses four dental implants per arch (either upper or lower or can be completed on both arches). The dental implants in the back of the mouth are placed on an angle to take maximum advantage of the existing bone structure. A special dental implants type was developed and refined that could support the immediate loading and fitting of replacement teeth. This treatment is attractive to those with loose dentures or those in need of full upper and/or lower dental restorations. With the All-on-4 dental implants procedure, patients receive just four dental implants and a full set of new upper or lower replacement teeth in just one appointment. This is generally able to be completed without the need for dental bone grafts. The real attraction for patients for the all on 4 dental implants procedure is how quickly permanent dental implants and dental restorations can be placed. This allows patients the ability to leave the same day with a denture that is anchored and stabilized by these specific all on 4 dental implants types. Historically, the dentist’s approach to restoring a full arch of teeth usually involved dental bone grafts, six or more dental implants, and as much as 18 months of dental treatment. In that time, the patient would be wearing an interim denture while the dental bone grafts and dental implants heal and integrate into the bone. This can be very expensive, time consuming, and uncomfortable for a patient to continuously go back for dental treatment. Marielaina Perrone DDS All On 4 Dental Implants Which Implants Types Are Best? Luckily, with different implants types we have options for different patients. Each patient is unique and dentistry should never be one size fits all. Dentistry and especially implant dentistry is highly personalized. Dental implants types are a constantly evolving section of implant dentistry. As time advances, new implants types will be developed with different materials and techniques. Speak to your implant dentist today to see which implants types is right for your smile. Reasons To Say Yes To Different Dental Implants Types Esthetics. Once restored no one should ever know but you and your dentist that you have implants. Functional Stability. Once healed, your dental implants will function and feel just like your natural teeth. You will be able to eat and drink anything you want. Maintain Oral Health. The various dental implants types help to maintain optimum bone levels of the jaws. This will allow your face to maintain its natural bone structure as long as possible giving you a more youthful appearance. No Worries. Dental implants are stable so you won’t have to worry about them falling out, rocking, or not feeling stable enough to eat what you want. Although dental implants can have complications, they are few and far between. You will never need a root canal on a dental implant nor will you ever get tooth decay. Longevity Success. Dental implants have an over 98% success rate and should (with proper dental maintenance care) last a lifetime. Financial Cost. While the cost may seem high, it is important to note how much goes into the different dental implants types. A dental implant should last a lifetime and should be considered over traditional dental treatments like a dental bridge for that reason. Conclusion The various different dental implants types mentioned above only add to the options you have to restore lost teeth. Speak to your implant dentist today to see what dental implants option is best for you long term. If you are ready for a smile makeover, contact Marielaina Perrone DDS at (702) 458-2929 to schedule a no cost cosmetic consultation appointment. We cannot wait to help you with your smile makeover to create the smile of your dreams in Summerlin, Henderson, and Las Vegas, NV.