First, your dentist will perform an x-ray to assess the density of bone in your jaw. Providing you have sufficient bone to support the implant, they will then embed it in your jaw under a local anaesthetic, before leaving it to heal for approximately 3 to 6 months. The dentist will attach a healing cap to protect the implant during this time.
As the gums and jaw bone heal around the implant, it will secure into place. Then the dentist will attach a realistic-looking crown on top of the implant. Dental implants look, feel, and function like a natural tooth, so much so that you might forget it’s not real.
If you don’t have enough bone in your jaw, you may need to undergo a bone graft before your dentist can fit a dental implant. In some cases, when replacing a premolar, the maxillary sinuses may lie too low in the cheek, requiring a procedure called a sinus lift.
To find out more about why dental implants have become the most popular method of replacing missing teeth, call us on 020 8224 7562 and book a consultation.
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