There is no doubting that our teeth play an important role in how happy we are with our appearance, which can then have a direct effect on our sense of wellbeing. Being overly conscious of what we see as a ‘less-than-perfect’ smile in new situations just feels like one extra thing to worry about.
Potential problems of having missing teeth
When it comes to having missing teeth, you might feel even more self-conscious, especially if there is a gap in a prominent position in the mouth. There are also health problems that come as a result of missing teeth: food can become more easily lodged in the spaces left behind, making it more difficult to maintain good oral hygiene and keep on top of problems such as tooth decay or bad breath.
What are the options when it comes to teeth replacement?
If you are having trouble with some or all these problems described in the paragraph above, the good news is that there is a simple solution. Having dental implants fitted to replace missing teeth is a quick and effective option that can make a big difference in how you feel. This treatment has a very high success rate of up to 95% in 10 years, and while it is of course not possible to absolutely guarantee that a dental implant will not fail, this is rare: only around five in every hundred implants fail in 10 years. It is one of the few medical specialties in the world with the highest success rate.
Implants are also a good solution when you have more than one tooth missing and don’t want to wear a denture. Depending on the number of teeth being replaced, the solutions would be to fit single unit implants or use a bridge on top of implants.
Finally, if you have problems with dentures that move when you eat, dental implants can also be used to solve this. By placing a small number of implants in the jaw, we can lock the denture into place and significantly reduce movement, making sure that you have no issues when it comes to eating, talking, or laughing.
Treatment Planning
Once you decided to go ahead with dental implant treatment, the first step is to visit the clinic, where we take all the x-rays needed to plan the treatment, as well as a CT scan, which is a 3D x-ray that provides us with information about bone density, quality, height, and width. By using Digital Smile Design planning, we also understand the perfect position for the tooth according to the bone level, as well as whether or not the additional bone is needed.
While thorough treatment planning is key for dental implants to be a success, the other important factor to improve the longevity and success of dental implants is for you to maintain excellent oral hygiene every day and see a hygienist at scheduled intervals throughout the year.
The benefits of implants
1. They look natural. Our aim is to give you a natural-looking smile by making the dental implant, and the soft tissues, look exactly the same as the surrounding teeth.
2. They won’t harm your natural teeth. There is no need to worry about implants damaging your natural teeth. Implants are not attached to natural teeth, nor do they have an effect on them. In fact, with dental implants, your mouth will be stronger and your jaws more stable, giving you an even bite.
3. They are painless to fit. During the procedure, which is very quick when properly planned, we use local anesthesia. Also, using guided surgery allows the procedure to be less invasive than in the past. For a single implant, the treatment usually takes around 20 minutes. Of course, if the patient is very nervous or would prefer not to be aware of the process while it is being done, there is also always the option of sedation. We have a special license to offer sedation at our clinic.
It’s never too late to have your missing teeth replaced
Many patients put off having implants because they feel like they are too old. We are here to tell you that this isn’t true! In fact, if you are having trouble with missing teeth, having implants fitted is actually a great way to obtain a greater quality of life as it will improve the way you eat and enjoy your food.
At Clinica Cloe, we will make your journey through the dental implant process - from planning to results - as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Our experienced team will be able to guide and motivate you through every step of the process to give you natural-looking teeth which enable you to enjoy your food and smile with confidence!
Are you interested? Book your appointment today to discuss your options with our friendly and experienced team. You can call us at +34 91 371 7919 or our WhatsApp Business at +34 606 83 12 21. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have!
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