The Choice Of Dental Implants Vancouver BC

By Tracie Knight


If you are missing teeth, it will not only prevent you from smiling fully, but will dent your confidence and could cause health problems. The method you use to chew will be unnatural and this may lead to health problems. It is possible for you to replace those missing with dental implants Vancouver BC practitioners may recommend.

Dental implants are made of tiny titanium screws which are placed into the jawbone. This acts as a replacement for the root of a natural tooth. Once placed, a crown is placed onto the post to provide you with a tooth that is secure and fully functional. Titanium is used as it is able to fuse with your jaw bone.

There are several methods of replacing missing teeth during this procedure. If you are a denture wearer, you can have it replaced. Many denture wearers suffer with loose dentures due to the loss of bone in the jaw. This problem can quite easily be overcome with the placement of implants.

In the case where you have lost all your natural teeth, you have the option to choose an all-on-four method. This is suitable if you wear dentures and you are not happy wearing it. The procedure involves the placement of eight posts in your jaw, which will replace both your upper and lower dentures. Your dentures are fixed to the posts to the implants to secure it.

In the event that you have lost several of your teeth, you can opt to have multiple implants placed. This also applies to those who are at risk of tooth loss. As people age, their teeth start to weaken and you may want it replaced to allow you to eat different foodstuffs. If you are only missing one tooth, you can choose a single implant. This simple procedure may be possible in a single consultation with your dentist.

There are times when the procedure could be a drawn out event, depending on what is required. The period is also dependent on the condition and amount of bone that is present in your jaw. In cases where your jaw bone has deteriorated, it may be necessary to have bone replacement done before the implants can be placed.

Your surgeon will commence the procedure with replacing bone in your jaw with bone taken from elsewhere in your body, or artificially grown bone. The replacement bone is often taken from your hips. The implants are normally placed at the same time as the bone is placed in your jaw. Thereafter, time is allowed for the implant to integrate with the bone in your jaw. Once osseo-integration has taken place, your dentist will be able to place your new teeth.

If you have sufficient bone in your jaw, implants can be placed during a single procedure. The implant will be placed in the area where you are missing a tooth. The tooth will immediately be placed on the implant post.

To find out if you qualify for this procedure, you should visit your dentist. You may be referred to a surgeon if you require surgery to replace the bone in your jaw. Your practitioner will assess your dental health and provide you with details about the most opportune procedure for your situation.




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