Age, lifestyle habits, and various dental problems may contribute to tooth damage or loss. Such events can precipitate problems executing vital actions such as eating and talking. Fortunately, however, specific dental procedures might circumvent these issues and prevent associated problems. The Upper Hunt Club Dental Centre in Ottawa invites current and future patients to learn about a corrective measure called dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are man-made tooth roots comprised of materials like metal, which provide the foundation for synthetic teeth called crowns. Implants are inserted into a recipient's jawbone, naturally mesh with this oral structure, and gradually morph into a solid base to hold crowns.
What Are Dental Implants For?
Damaged or missing teeth care capable of eliciting numerous serious issues including:
Nutritional Deficiencies
Individuals with lost or missing teeth might experience pain or difficulty chewing. Such circumstances could eventually lead to their avoiding specific foods and losing the nutrient intake provided by said foods.
Increased Risk of Dental Infections
Diseased teeth or gums often stand at greater risk of developing dental infections. These incidents are not only painful and debilitating but could spread and cause more serious health concerns in other bodily regions.
Systemic Illness
Dental inflammation and bacteria can spread to distant body parts. As a result, serious, potentially life-inhibiting maladies like strokes, heart attacks, and other cardiovascular ailments could result.
Diminished Aesthetic Appearance
Damaged or lost teeth often impact the stricken subject's aesthetic appearance. Typically, said individuals are more reluctant to smile, speak, and might wish to avoid socialization. Ultimately, this could result in isolation and depression.
What to Expect with Dental Implants?
Those considering dental implants in Ottawa at the Upper Hunt Club Dental Centre should know that implantation is a process performed over several stages including:
Preparation
The dental implants process begins with the planning stage. First, the prospective candidate will receive a thorough dental evaluation from their dentist who will design and fit the implant(s).
During this initial stage, several actions must be taken. First, images of the recipient's mouth is taken. This helps prosthodontists sketch accurate impressions of the candidate's mouth and gums and create implants most meeting their mouth's contours. Additionally, the intended recipient's medical history will be inquired about to ensure that there are no complications due to certain medications or underlying conditions. Furthermore, each recipient receives their own individualized plan. No two patients are alike, and all plans will be tailored to the patient's specific requirements.
The Implantation Process
Typically, the procedure is executed over several steps, including the removal of damaged teeth, jawbone grafting, implantation, abutment insertion, and finally the placement of artificial teeth. These stages are usually performed in an outpatient setting with some time elapsing between each phase to allow for proper growth, adjustment and healing. From beginning to end, the entire process could take many months to finish.
Who is an Optimal Candidate for Dental Implants?
Typically, the process can be completed on anyone in relatively good physical and dental health. That said, maintaining dental implants requires a strong commitment to oral hygiene and proper dental maintenance becomes even more critical once the process is completed.
Potential Benefits
Individuals who receive dental implants often witness numerous benefits such as:
Improved Chewing
Newly inserted teeth standing on healthy roots render chewing easier. This enables recipients to enjoy their favorite foods again.
Increased Confidence
An enhanced aesthetic appearance improves the recipient's smile. Therefore, they are likely to gain confidence, which could heighten their professional and social standing.
Greater Comfort
Firmly implanted teeth are more comfortable than items like dentures.
Better Speech
Products like dentures might render talking difficult or painful. Typically, implant recipients experience no such discomfort.
Durability
If properly maintained, those receiving implants in Ottawa should last for many years.
Individuals believing they might be good candidates for dental implants are encouraged to visit us at the Upper Hunt Club Dental Centre in Ottawa for a consultation. Our dental team can provide a comprehensive evaluation, determine a patient's candidacy, and create a plan most serving their needs and desires. If you are ready to improve your dental health with dental implants, contact us today to schedule an appointment!
