If your dentist has suggested you the placement of a dental implant, you probably have many questions. Costs may vary according to the materials used, however, try not to focus only on price, since in some cases a type of dental implant may have a lower cost, but the appearance of the tooth may not be natural like the one with higher price.
Remember it is important to learn yourself about various implants that exist, their characteristics and the success rate of each one. I recommend that, within your means, ask your dentist to use proven quality materials. These are those with a more favorable prognosis and have shown longer results.
Types of Dental Implants
While different classifications have emerged, commonly implants are divided into two classes according to their location relative to the bone as;
1 – Juxta-Osseous Implant
They are not placed inside the bone, but cover the surface and the device has shaped saddle. Prosthesis tooth is anchored to pillars. They are generally made with a cobalt, chromium and molybdenum, and sometimes coated with ceramic or carbon. These implants are not used very often. They are suggested when the jaw has a high bone resorption.
2 – Endosseous Implant
Most of these implants are made with titanium, highly biocompatible material, but can also be ceramic or glassy carbon. They are introduced into the alveolar bone and can be in the following states;
Cylindrical
Cylindrical which has following ways;
Shaped with screw thread whereby a greater contact with the bone is achieved.
There is no threaded surface, fixed by chemical retention (generally they are coated by hydroxyapatite, ceramic material) or by mechanical retention (usually perforated so that it inside develops and the bone is fixed). But the latter is not used so frequently used because of the slow process since its biomechanics is not as good as that of the screw.
Perforated Sheets
They are of titanium and have holes and through them, the bone develops. The prostheses are anchored to pillars welded to the sheet. Usually they are suggested in cases where the alveolar bone is very narrow to place a cylindrical implant.
As you can see, you have alternatives available, so we recommend an appointment with a specialist to be advised appropriately. As with all surgery, there may be risks, but these are minimized if the procedure is performed by a skilled person.
A professional dentist has the required training to place a dental implant. Firstly, he/she analyzes your personal characteristics to decide, together with you, what is the most suitable implant in your particular case.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- It recovers functionality of tooth and self-esteem too.
- It reduces damage to adjacent healthy teeth.
- You rediscover your favorite foods.
- It has easy maintenance.
When you should get dental implants?
- If you have lost one or more teeth.
- If you do not want to depend on the use of prostheses or dental adhesives.
- If you want to improve the look of your smile.
Dental implants do not harm adjacent natural teeth which is being replaced. Unlike other common treatments for the loss of several teeth, such as bridges or removable dentures using the neighboring teeth to grip with the consequent wear of them.
Perhaps the last time you visited dental clinics, the dentist already told you about the need to improve your smile with braces brackets. Now it is obvious that you have questions about how will the appearance be with this treatment. In this article, we will try to cover this topic and reasons to start this treatment of dental braces.
A nice and pleasant smile helps improve self-esteem, increases self-confidence and improves relationships with others. The correction of dental malposition with braces for adults will not only improve dental aesthetics and smile, but also contributes to better grip and helps to better clean teeth, giving them a much longer and healthier life.
There is no contraindication in performing orthodontics treatment for adults, except that of having a healthy mouth, without cavities and if you had periodontal disease, which is also treated and controlled. The existence of root canals, crowns, fillings or restorations in the teeth are no problem today.
Also in adults, the alignment of misplaced teeth leads to a remarkable rejuvenating effect. Today there are multiple options for dental braces;
Invisalign
They are transparent covers that are changed every two weeks and can be removed for eating and brushing teeth. It is the most aesthetic orthodontic treatment as it is comfortable, removable with short periods and produce excellent results. There are no braces or wires used.
Lingual Braces
These braces are on the inside of the teeth and other cannot see anything, being 100% invisible.
Self-Ligating Braces
In self-ligating braces, no metal bands are used. The treatment time and appointment setting are less than the conventional braces.
Metal Braces
The traditional metal braces are the most commonly used because they can be suggested for the treatment in all dental malposition.
Ceramic Braces
The ceramic braces are another alternative aesthetic as they are similar to the tooth, plus they are comfortable and do not stain color.
- Reduce friction with its substantially smooth surface.
- They do not irritate the lips or inside the cheek, because the edges are rounded.
- By its practical size and design, they do not feel like a hindrance in the mouth.
- They are easily removable when removing them, taking care of the tooth enamel.
Do I need special care with ceramic braces?
- The care with ceramic brackets is the same that must be taken with conventional ones;
- Brushing teeth after food is consumed.
- Floss regularly
- Go without fail for dental checkups
