What is Implant Treatment and How is it Applied?

Implant Treatment

Tooth loss is a problem that can not only put patients' existing teeth and oral health at risk, but can also cause aesthetic problems. Dental implants are among the most common treatment methods applied to patients who have lost teeth today. Implant treatment, which is evaluated within the scope of modern dentistry, does not require cutting neighboring teeth, unlike bridge treatment. Implant treatment can be recommended to all patients with suitable jaw structure, bone volume and health status. If you wish, you can learn more about implant treatment and make an appointment with our doctors for this application, which is an alternative to bridge treatment.

What is implant treatment?

Screws or frames that are placed in the jawbone and form the basis for artificial teeth are called implants. In order for artificial teeth to be placed in the mouth in bridge treatment, the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth must be cut. However, since implants take on the function of tooth roots in the jawbone, artificial teeth can be placed directly on the implant. Implant types are divided into two categories: intraosseous and supraosseous. In intraosseous implant treatment, the implant is placed by performing a surgical operation on the patient's jawbone. The application in which metal frames are fixed to the jawbone with posts is called supraosseous implant treatment.

Implant treatment can be applied to patients whose jawbone has completed its development and who have healthy oral tissue. In order to detect all these findings, the bone and tooth structure of the patients should be examined in line with clinical and radiological examinations before the treatment. Since dental implants are designed to fuse directly with the jawbone, the aim is to eliminate the risk of prosthetics slipping or coming out.

How is implant treatment performed?

In the first stage of implant treatment, the most appropriate implant type and length for the patient is decided by looking at the general examination and x-ray findings. Then, the treatment roadmap is drawn by taking into account the patient's health status and medical history. During the surgical operation, the implants are placed in the jawbone after the patient is anesthetized. The duration of this procedure may vary depending on the type of anesthesia applied and the number of implants.

A certain period of time must be waited after the operation for the implants to integrate with the jawbone. In order to preserve the patient's oral and dental functions during this period, a temporary prosthesis may be preferred. Dentists may call the patient for regular check-ups throughout the healing process of the jawbone. When sufficient bone and tissue have formed around the implant, a second piece called an abutment is added to the implant. When the gums have healed again, the final stage is passed and a dental prosthesis is placed on the implant. The duration of implant treatment may vary from patient to patient, but it is approximately 3-9 months.

Before and after implant treatment

Since implant treatment is a surgical procedure that consists of multiple sessions, patients should be careful not to damage the implanted area during treatment. Therefore, you should act in accordance with the nutrition program recommended by your dentist. In addition, you should avoid using tobacco products that may cause infection in your jawbone or gums. When your treatment process is successfully completed, you should not neglect to take care of your oral and dental care in order to prevent damage to your implants.

You can make an appointment through our website to find answers to your questions about implant treatment and to start the treatment process if necessary.