Dental Implants
Dental implants represent a significant advancement in dental technology, offering a durable and natural-looking solution to missing teeth. Our mission at Dental Bliss Clinic is to revive both the function and aesthetics of your smile, with a strong emphasis on personalised, enduring solutions.
What use do dental implants have?
Dental implants, typically crafted from titanium, serve as artificial tooth roots, establishing a lasting foundation for either fixed or removable replacement teeth. Designed for individuals with one or more missing teeth, they offer an alternative to conventional bridges or dentures.
What sets dental implants apart is their ability to seamlessly integrate with the jawbone, ensuring steadfast support for prosthetic teeth. This fusion ensures that implants mimic the appearance, sensation, and functionality of natural teeth.
Who should get dental implants?
Dental implants are generally suitable for most adults experiencing one or more missing teeth. Ideal candidates possess good oral and overall health, ample jawbone strength to accommodate the implant, and healthy gum tissues devoid of periodontal disease.
For those seeking an alternative to uncomfortable traditional dentures or the inconvenience of removable prostheses, dental implants offer an excellent solution. However, they might not be suitable for everyone, such as those with certain health conditions or habits that negatively affect bone healing. A thorough evaluation by Dr Msimanga can determine if dental implants are the right choice for you.
What does the dental implant procedure include?
The dental implant procedure is a multi-step process that involves:
- Initial Consultation: We do a comprehensive dental exam, including X-rays and possibly 3D images, and a medical history review. A treatment plan customised to your specific condition is then developed.
- Implant Process: The healing period, known as osseointegration, can take several weeks to months, allowing the implant to fuse with the jawbone.
- Abutment Placement: Following the successful bonding of the implant with the jawbone, a small connecting post, known as an abutment, is affixed to the implant. This abutment securely holds the new tooth in place.
- Custom Tooth Creation: An impression of your teeth is taken to create a new tooth or teeth. This step includes matching the colour of the new teeth to your natural teeth.
- Attachment of New Tooth or Teeth: The final step involves attaching the new tooth (crown) to the abutment.
What are the benefits of dental implants?
Dental implants offer several benefits:
- Enhanced Aesthetics and Comfort: Dental implants closely match your natural teeth in both appearance and sensation. They are meticulously designed to integrate with your bone structure, providing a long-lasting, permanent solution.
- Enhanced Speech: Unlike poorly fitted dentures, implants enable you to speak without the stress that the teeth might slip.
- Easier Eating: Dental implants function like your teeth, allowing you to eat your favourite foods confidently and without pain.
- Improved Oral Health: Unlike a tooth-supported bridge, dental implants don't require reducing other teeth, preserving more of your natural tooth structure.
- Durability and Reliability: Implants are very durable and can last many years. With good care, many implants last a lifetime.
Dental Bliss dental implants strive to establish a solid foundation for replacement teeth, offering a seamless blend of appearance, sensation, and functionality with your natural teeth. The expertise of Dr Ntombana Msimanga ensures that each step of the implant process is carried out with precision and care, focusing on your comfort and long-term satisfaction.