implants
When you are missing a tooth or teeth, this can lead to shifts in the surrounding teeth. These teeth often try to fill the empty space, which can result in a crooked bite, or bite problems. The teeth opposite the empty space can grow out, further exacerbating the situation. If the surrounding teeth are still in good condition, it is not ideal to grind healthy tooth tissue for a bridge. In such cases, an implant is often chosen.
An implant is an artificial root that is placed in the jaw at the location of the missing tooth or teeth. The implant is carefully inserted by the dentist or implantologist and serves as the lost tooth root. A custom-made structure is then placed on the implant, on which a crown can be attached. This restores both the chewing function and the aesthetic appearance of your teeth.
Material
Implant structures can be made from various materials. The choice of material depends on both functional and aesthetic considerations.
- Titanium: The most commonly used material for implants due to its strength and excellent integration with the jawbone. Titanium is often used for the back molars, where aesthetics are less important.
- Zirconium dioxide (Zirconia): This material is becoming increasingly popular for implants that are visible, such as the front teeth. Zirconium dioxide has a very aesthetic appearance and, like titanium, is biocompatible, meaning it is well tolerated by the body.
- Gold: Although rare, gold can also be used for certain implant structures.
The choice of material is discussed between the patient, dentist, and dental technician to achieve both functional and aesthetic goals.
PROCEDURE:
The procedure for placing an implant consists of several steps:
- Assessment and Implantation: The dentist or implantologist first assesses the situation and places one or more implants in the jaw. This is usually done under local anesthesia. After placement, the implant must undergo a healing period during which it fuses with the jawbone. This process is called osseointegration.
- Recovery and Preparation: Once the implant is securely fused and the gums are fully healed, the dentist will take dental impressions and send them to us, the dental laboratory.
- Technical Treatment Plan: Together with the dentist, we develop a technical treatment plan to design the structure and crown on the implant. This is done based on the impressions, gum health, and the patient's aesthetic preferences.
- Color and Shape Analysis: The dentist performs a color analysis or the patient comes to our laboratory for a comprehensive digital mouth photo and color analysis. This ensures that we can determine the perfect color, shape, and structure for the crown.
- Customization and Crown Placement: Based on the collected data, we create the individual structure that can be screwed into the implant. The crown is then placed on top, providing an aesthetic and functional result.
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