Implant dentistry has become an integral part of everyday dentistry and should be considered as the first treatment alternative to replace missing teeth

The Dental implant procedure is a surgical fixture which is placed into the jawbone and then it gets fused with the bone within the period of few months. The implant acts as a replacement part for the root of the missing tooth. After the successful procedure, this artificial bridge serves to hold a replacement tooth. Due to the significant advantages over the other existing choices, dental implants are well thought-out as a first treatment choice to replace lost teeth now. To re-establish normal aesthetics, function, long term health, and patient ease is the final aim of implant treatment.

Single-tooth implants can be used in patients missing one or more teeth. An implant is surgically positioned in an opening that your dentist makes in the jawbone. After the implant attaches to your bone, it behaves as a new “root” for the crown that will substitute your absent tooth. A crown (cap), which is finished to appear like a natural tooth, is attached to the implant and seals the gap left in the mouth by the missing tooth.

Requirement to re-establish a single tooth in an otherwise non-restored dentition often arise in a clinical practice. The posterior regions of the mouth, especially the first molars often require the replacement of a single tooth. The most common reason for loss of posterior teeth includes caries, failed endodontic treatment, and failure of the post endodontic restorations. Single tooth implant restorations are distinct free-standing units comparable to conventional single crowns and are generally cemented to pre-made or modified abutments. They can be screw retained also.

Conservation of remaining tissues is the major aim of present implant restorative procedure. Hence, the conventional objective is realistic, predictable, and sustainable. Existing treatment possibilities have significantly extended the outline of newer therapeutic modalities, restorative materials, surgical, and restorative methods and a larger demand is now placed on the diagnostic and treatment planning judgement of the clinician.

The success rate for a single dental implant is greater than 95%.

By substituting the tooth root with implants, it becomes the anchor in the bone and then supports the clinical crown, providing stimulus, and therefore conservation of the adjacent bone.

You maintain your implants the same way you care for your natural teeth. It is mandatory to brush and floss regularly. If you have any difficulties, see your dentist before your six months recall visit.