When it comes to dental terms it is important to understand what is meant by the term dental implant. Simply put the procedure involves replacing an existing tooth and root with a metal post topped with an artificial crown. This procedure can fall into two categories, delayed implant or immediate dental implant placement Marylebone. Delayed is when the new post is left to heal within the jawbone and then the tooth is inserted after a specified time has elapsed. Immediate is when the new post and tooth are inserted immediately after the original tooth has been removed. David Madruga provides both categories depending on a patient’s suitability for either of these treatments.

Can anyone have it?

We are not all made equal and because we are all different an individual approach is required when considering any treatment, especially dental. There are many things that a dentist has to consider when deciding on a patient’s suitability for implant treatment. Some people have thinner gums, others have an uneven gum line. Patients who smoke or who have underlying health conditions may require bone grafting. It may be better for these patients to rather consider the delayed dental implant option.

Dental implant procedure

The dental team will conduct a thorough examination of a patient’s mouth, teeth, gums and jawbone by X-ray and a complete 3D scan. Modern technology allows our dentist to calculate exactly where the new tooth is going to be fixed. It is vitally important to get the location precisely in the right place. If it is necessary to remove a decayed or broken tooth our dentist will apply local anaesthetic and remove the tooth and root. If the tooth is already missing our dentist will make an incision in the gum and drill into the jawbone to the desired depth. A titanium post is then screwed into the bone which replaces the root of the original tooth. An abutment is then fixed to the top of the post, this is the same colour as the tooth or crown which will be fitted onto the abutment.

What are the advantages of immediate as opposed to delayed implants?

Once a full assessment of the results of the examination and data has been concluded, the patient is advised as to the most advantageous course of treatment. It is at this stage that a patient will be advised if immediate dental implant placement Marylebone treatment is the correct route to take. If this treatment is recommended there is no need for a patient to have to wear a partial or full denture during the healing process. There are also fewer dental return visits required and because the abutment is placed at the time of the surgery there are no sutures that require later removal. All of this saves the patient time and is particularly useful if it’s a front tooth that requires treatment and a big event, like a wedding is imminent.

Implant aftercare

With immediate dental implant placement Marylebone it is recommended that aftercare should be no different than caring for original teeth, we advise that a softer bristle brush is better. The normal twice daily brushing and flossing regime with regular six monthly dental visits will ensure that the implants and natural teeth will stay healthy.