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What are Dental
Implants?
Dental implants are a cosmetic dentistry option
designed to replace missing teeth. Dental implants are artificial
teeth that are implanted into the jaw, having the look and feel
of natural teeth. Dental implants are placed in the bone, and are
made of surgical grade titanium. They are similar in appearance
to screws, nails, or cones.
The Dental Implant Procedure
The surgical procedure used to insert dental
implants is done under local anesthetic. Dr. Kamel
begins by making an incision in the gums, exposing the bone in the
jaw, and making a hole for the dental implant to be fitted into.
The implant is then placed into the bone and the gums are closed
with stitches.
Once the implant has been successfully placed,
the bone is given 3-6 months to grow and fuse around
the dental implant - for implants in the upper
jaw this will take approximately six months and
for those in the lower jaw it will take approximately
three months.
When the bone has grown around the implant,
a process known as osseointegration, the artificial
tooth is then added and any necessary bridges
or dentures can be fitted to the teeth.
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When somebody asks me which teeth are mine, I have to think about it. They feel wonderfully natural, and look beautiful. I have had no problems and love my new teeth. Thank heaven for this procedure...
- Barbara
