There have been many advancements in medical science in the recent years and one of the most revolutionizing concepts to come up in the dental medicine and surgery field was that of implant dentistry. In simple words, implant dentistry means that replacement of a missing tooth with a false tooth through a surgical procedure of implanting the tooth right down to its roots inside the jaw. This is achieved by surgically inserting a metallic implant inside the jaw which acts as the root of the tooth to which the tooth is later attached.
Dental implants have been a preferred option for thousands of people world wide because they provide for a very effective solution for replacing missing teeth. Moreover, the tooth put in place of the missing one looks and feels as good as a natural tooth.
Who needs dental implants
Dental implants serve only one purpose i.e. to replace a missing tooth with a new artificial one. Dental implants can help in the following situations:
- If a tooth has fallen out due to injury or decay.
- If teeth have shifted due to big gaps resulting in bite problem.
- If one is suffering from diminished chewing ability.
Advantages of dental implants
Dental implants are a much more permanent solution than bridges or even dentures. Since the implants are surgically inserted inside the jaw, they are very strong, durable and give a very natural appearance to the dental structure as a whole. Moreover, if one has more than one tooth missing, several dental implants can be put in place without any risk of weakening the surrounding natural teeth.