Dental Implants, Dentures Supported by Implants, Teeth Implants, Cosmetic Restoration

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From your Etobicoke Dentist:

What is a CT scan and why is it important in relation to implants?

A CT Scan is a hi-tech x-ray machine that is an essential part of an implant procedure.

With the 3D images, we can determine if there is enough bone for the surgery. Scanning allows us to see the height, width, and depth of the jaw and the relation to the sinus. This is very important because it tells us by the millimeter the thickness and quality of the bone. It also allows us to see where all the nerves are located in the jaw.

After losing a tooth, the bone immediately starts to resorb or recede. If one or more teeth have been lost some time ago, your bone may be flat and narrow and will pose a definite problem for placement of the implant, resulting in possible failure.

Precision is vital, so we can place the appropriate size and angle of the implant post for greater success.

A regular x-ray just doesn’t have the same information for optimal surgery.

Dental Implants: An Increasingly Appealing Procedure

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are rods, usually made of threaded titanium, that is screwed into holes that are drilled into the upper or lower jaw, in style replacing the root of a tooth. Over time, the implant melds with the bone of the jaw to make a secure foundation for fastening crowns, bridges, or dentures.

Implants provide a strong and long-lasting base for dental appliances and are especially effective when natural teeth are missing or can no longer serve well as anchoring points.

How are inserts installed?

In keeping with the adage "Measure twice, cut once" the first steps in dental implantation are a careful assessment of the task, considering the goals in mind for the job, the alternatives, and the particulars of the case. The ideal patient for implants has no bone density issues (such as osteoporosis), is in generally good health, is a non-smoker, has no drug dependencies, does not grind their teeth, and is likely to heal quickly from dental surgery.

The Influence of Systemic Medications on Osseointegration of Dental Implants

IN OUR ETOBICOKE DENTAL OFFICE WE RECOGNIZE THE EFFECTS SYSTEMIC MEDICATIONS HAVE ON THE OSSEOINTEGRATION OF IMPLANTS

An implant is a screw like a post used to replace a missing tooth and osseointegration is the bone healing around the threading of the implant. The success of dental implants is rated high at 90 – 95% and the success of this procedure can be influenced by chronic use of medications; that can interfere with osseointegration leading to failure. Research results show acute infections, implant instability, lack of patient compliance, smoking, poor oral hygiene, uncontrolled diabetes and radiation above the shoulders may contribute to failed stabilization of implants. Anything that can alter bone healing will have a negative effect and lead to premature implant complications.

Basic Facts About Dentures. Part 1

Dentures are nothing new, but have come a long way dead-mens-teeth-a-history-of-dentures Today's dentures use the most modern materials available, but it's worth remembering that earlier dentures used ivory, bone, and even human teeth to create the dentures of the past.

What are dentures?

People lose teeth for many reasons — disease, accident, or poor oral health—and when that happens dentures are often a solution. Dentures artificially replace natural teeth and gums, providing a replacement that can restore proper dental function and appearance. Dentures help with chewing, facial appearance, speech, and overall personal confidence. Dentures can be a full replacement of all the teeth in the mouth, or a partial set of replacement teeth

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Getting used to the look and feel of dentures

New dentures can feel uncomfortable or loose in the mouth, and it takes time for the muscles of the mouth, cheeks, and tongue to adapt to the presence of new dentures. Some people also experience increased salivation or pain when getting used to new dentures, but these sensations and the learning curve of inserting, removing, and cleaning dentures are eventually overcome.

Dentures are designed to replicate the natural teeth, so they should make little change to your appearance if they are replacing natural teeth. If the dentures are filling in for missing teeth, they will likely improve your appearance.

Adapting to suitable foods

A new denture wearer will need to start with soft food in small pieces, making sure to alternate sides of the mouth when chewing to become fully familiar with the dentures. Gradually, more challenging foods can be undertaken, but it's always wise to avoid hard things such as bones and shells, as well as avoiding sticky foods and chewing gum. And don't use your dentures as nutcrackers!