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.

If you have lost more than a single tooth, you can choose to have multiple posts fitted. This is also applicable to those who are at risk of losing all their teeth. This often occurs due to aging as the strength of the teeth is lost. If you have lost a single tooth, you can opt to have the tooth replaced. This is one of the easiest procedures and you can have the tooth replaced in a single consultation.

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.

In this case, you will be referred to a surgeon who will add bone to your jaw with bone taken from your body or with artificial bone. In most cases, the bone is taken from your hip area. When the bone is placed, the implants will generally also be placed at the same time. After this procedure, you will need to wait for a short while whilst the bone integrates with the implant. Once that process has successfully taken place, it will be possible for your new teeth to be placed.

If you do not require a bone transplant, you may be able to have your implants placed much quicker. The implant is simply placed in the same spot where you are missing a tooth. The tooth crown will then be placed immediately.

To determine if you qualify for this type of procedure, you should discuss your options with your dentist. It may be necessary for you to be referred to a surgeon who specializes if you need bone replacement surgery. Your practitioner will take time to assess your personal situation and recommend the best procedure for your needs.




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