Prosthetics on implants is one of the most advanced methods of orthopedic dental treatment. A dental implant serves as a reliable foundation for orthopedic constructions. This has been proven by numerous studies and clinical trials conducted over several decades.

Many people associate the term “implant” with a complex surgical operation performed under general anesthesia. In reality, implantation is a minor outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia. However, if the patient wishes or certain medical indications exist, the operation can also be carried out under general anesthesia.

Nature of the Method

Through a small incision in the mucous membrane, the implant is placed into the bone, serving as a support for a crown during the preparation of a non-removable prosthesis, or as a base for a prosthesis with attachment mechanisms.

Implants are made of biocompatible materials, such as titanium.

From the time the implant integrates with the bone until the orthopedic structure is fixed, the process usually takes 3-6 months. Implantation is an excellent solution for replacing one or several missing teeth, as it eliminates the need to grind down neighboring teeth.

If molars are missing, the implant takes on the role of a supporting tooth. In cases of complete tooth loss, both removable and fixed constructions can be fabricated on implants. Based on our experience, most patients prefer fixed, non-removable structures. The choice of the most suitable type depends on many individual factors.

The success of implantation and subsequent prosthetics largely depends on the coordinated and professional teamwork of the implant surgeon, orthopedic dentist, dental technician, and hygienist. Naturally, the patient’s overall health condition, as well as the state of their oral cavity, also play a crucial role.

Advantages of Prosthetics on Implants

- Dental implants function just like your natural teeth
- Allow preservation of neighboring teeth, avoiding grinding them down for bridgework
- Eliminate the need for removable dentures
- Provide better fixation, as the implant serves as a stable and reliable support
- Offer both aesthetic and functional solutions even in cases of total tooth loss

At Avanta Center, we pay great attention to the initial multidisciplinary consultation, during which the patient’s general health condition and oral status are carefully assessed. Based on the collected information, various treatment options are presented, taking into account the financial aspect as well.

We remain committed to the principle that before starting any implantological procedure, the patient must have a clear understanding of the expected functionality and aesthetic appearance of the dental constructions after treatment.

Are Dental Implants Safe? 

Dental implants are among the safest way to replace the gap created by a missing tooth. Proven to be safe and effective for replacing a missing tooth, dental implants have been widely used for more than three decades. The success rate for this procedure is more than 95 percent. However, it is important to be aware of the full procedure, as well as its potential risks, before deciding to get a dental implant.

Ensuring the safety of dental implants begins in consultation with your dentist. Good candidates for the procedure have no untreated dental issues, along with healthy gums. Patients with serious health issues, as well as those who smoke or chew tobacco, may experience a lower success rate for dental implants than other patients.

Your dentist will use x-rays and other tests to make sure that your mouth is healthy enough to receive dental implants. He or she will pay particular attention to the amount of bone in the jaw, as there must be enough to support the underlying structure of the implant. These steps are necessary to make the dental implant process as safe as possible.

During the dental implant procedure, a small hole is drilled in the jaw bone, enabling the surgeon to insert a titanium screw. The screw is left to heal for several months. It forms a bond with the natural jaw bone through a process called osseointegration.
The most common risk of dental implants is failure of this screw to fuse with the bone, in which case the screw may either be removed or left for a longer period of time to allow more time for it to bond with the bone.

Other risks concern the surgery required to place the screw in the jaw bone. During this procedure, a nerve in the lower jaw could be injured, resulting in temporary numbness in the chin and lower lip. When the missing tooth is in the upper jaw, there is a risk of drilling into the sinuses or nasal cavity. In addition, there are risks common to all surgical procedures, such as infection. However, with proper preparation including x-rays, these risks can be mitigated, making the dental implant procedure as safe as possible.

Placing any foreign object into the body comes with a risk of infection or rejection. However, dental implant materials are carefully selected to minimize this risk. The screw inserted into the jawbone is titanium, which is considered to be biocompatible. Many dentists consider dental implants to be the safer alternative to leaving a gap where a tooth has gone missing. When a tooth is missing, the remaining teeth drift towards the gap, which can cause long-term problems. As such, surgery to place a dental implant in this gap may actually be safer than leaving the gap alone.

When performed by an experienced dental implant surgeon, dental implant procedures are among the safest of all dental surgeries. This is one of the strongest methods available to replace a missing tooth, resulting in a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and works like a natural tooth.