You may be wondering about the tooth implant procedure if you are thinking about getting a dental implant tooth to replace a missing tooth. First, it's important to know that it requires several visits, as well as several months, to completely finish all of the work related to a tooth implant. The process is made possible by the fact that titanium bonds well with human bone and tissue. After inserting the implant itself, it takes some time for the bond to stabilize enough to accept the implant post and dental implant crown. Once everything is done there is no stronger and more realistic way to replace a tooth.
The tooth implant procedure starts with an in depth dental examination to determine if you are a viable candidate for tooth implants. A number of factors can prevent you from being a candidate. Smokers are less likely to respond well to the procedure. People with bone loss in the area where the implant would be needed may also be prevented from getting an implant. Bone grafting may be necessary before placing the implant. Once the dental implant dentist has determined you are a candidate for the procedure you can start the process.
The tooth implant procedure starts with the implant dentist going in under local anesthesia and surgically placing the titanium implant in the bone. You must wait six months after that to let your mouth heal and see if your body will reject the dental implant. With today's techniques and technology this happens in less than 2 percent of patients. Once the healing is complete you will go back in to have the post and crown placed, then you are done! Sometimes dentists will use temporary partial dentures called flippers to hold the space while you are healing form the first visit. Implants can even be used for permanent implant dentures if you are missing a large number of teeth.
If you are interested in learning more about the tooth implant procedure and are looking for a dental implant dentist in the Atlanta area, please consider visiting the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team has over 45 years of combined experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule a free dental implant consultation with Atlanta Implant Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428 to make your appointment.