Implantation is considered by experts to be the most advanced and optimal dental restoration solution today because it can bring outstanding benefits and prevent some complications caused by tooth loss. However, whether implantation is good or not depends largely on the patient’s oral health as well as the condition of the jawbone when implanting teeth.
1. Is implantation good?
Implantation can bring the following outstanding benefits:
1.1. Bring natural aesthetics
The porcelain crown is designed with the same shape, size and color as the remaining real teeth, so it can bring the most natural aesthetics. It will be very difficult for others to detect which is the fake tooth, so customers can be completely confident in daily communication activities,
1.2. Prevent jawbone loss
If the jawbone is not directly stimulated by chewing force for a long time, it can lead to jawbone loss and gum recession. This is a fairly common condition in cases of tooth loss that are not treated with any measures or only have porcelain bridges. However, the biggest advantage of dental implants is that the lost real tooth root will be replaced with an implant. This helps maintain stable chewing force.
1.3. Does not affect real teeth
Unlike the porcelain bridge method, which requires grinding down the adjacent teeth to restore the teeth, dental implants only affect the jawbone at the location of the lost tooth. Thanks to the Implant pillar being able to stand firmly and exist completely independently in the jawbone, it will not cause any long-term effects on the entire jaw.
1.4. Restore chewing ability
Because the Implant pillar is fixedly implanted into the jawbone, it can withstand force and the ability to chew is restored almost like a real tooth. In addition, the 5 times stronger strength of porcelain crowns can help customers eat their favorite foods without worrying about broken or cracked teeth.
1.5. Long-lasting
Thanks to being made from high-grade Titanium material that is highly compatible with the body, the Implant pillar can last up to 25 years in the oral cavity and even a lifetime if properly cared for.
2. Disadvantages of Implant Dentistry
Despite the outstanding benefits mentioned above, Implant Dentistry still has some of the following limitations:
2.1. High cost
With its outstanding advantages, compared to other tooth restoration methods, Implant Dentistry has the highest cost. The usual price ranges from 22 – 40 million VND for each Implant tooth depending on the material chosen by the customer.
2.2. Treatment time is long
Depending on each case, Implant placement can be completed in 3 – 4 months or up to 6 months. In particular, complicated tooth loss conditions that need to be treated and recovered before implanting teeth will certainly take longer.
2.3. Not for all cases
Not all cases of tooth loss can be implanted, so customers will have a general oral examination before the doctor advises on the appropriate method.
Normally, Implant placement will not be applied to people under 18 years old or pregnant women. In addition, people with chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, … will also be advised to choose other solutions.
3. Complications that can occur when implanting teeth
As a method that requires high technical skills and is complicated, the doctor performing the dental implant must ensure meticulous and absolutely precise operations. Poor doctor skills and poor oral care after dental implantation can cause the following complications:
3.1. Infection
Infection in the implant area is a fairly common condition and is caused by improper oral hygiene after implant placement. Leftover food stuck in the wound that is not cleaned creates conditions for bacteria to grow and attack other soft tissues inside the oral cavity. Signs of infection are swelling and redness in the implant area.
3.2. Prolonged bleeding
After implant placement, bleeding occurs for about 1-2 days, which is normal. Customers can use a piece of gauze placed on the implant area and bite tightly for 30 minutes to stop the bleeding. However, if the bleeding does not stop and shows no signs of abating, the customer should see a dentist for timely examination and treatment.
3.3. Bone loss at the implant neck
The complication of bone loss at the implant neck causes the implant to be exposed, causing loss of aesthetics. If not treated promptly, this condition will progress more severely, causing the implant to become loose, causing gingivitis, bad breath and affecting the adjacent teeth.
3.4. Affecting the nerves
If there is an error in the process of drilling the implant hole, it can affect the nerves below the alveolar bone, causing the customer to feel pain, numbness or itching in the gums, tongue, lips, etc.
3.5. Damage to the jaw bone
In cases where the patient’s jaw bone does not have enough volume or density to implant the implant and the doctor does not prescribe a sinus lift and bone graft, the implant when inserted into the jaw bone can easily cause the bone to break. From there, the implant cannot exist firmly in the jaw bone and is eliminated, wasting a lot of time and money.
4. Notes for absolutely safe dental implant surgery
For the dental implant surgery to be safe, the customer needs to ensure the following criteria:
4.1. Good health
Each dental implant surgery requires the patient to be in good health, contraindicated for pregnant women or people with dangerous chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, etc.
4.2. Ensure oral health
In addition, for the dental implant process to proceed smoothly, the patient needs to ensure that he or she does not have any oral diseases such as periodontitis, gingivitis, tooth decay, etc. To implant teeth, these diseases need to be treated thoroughly.
4.3. Strong jawbone
To avoid damage to the jawbone, it is necessary to have sufficient width and height, without deformation or concavity. In case the jawbone is not qualified for implant placement, the doctor needs to perform sinus lift surgery and bone grafting.
5. Choosing a safe dental implant clinic
For dental implants to be performed safely, customers should choose dental facilities that meet all of the following factors:
5.1. A team of highly qualified doctors
The most important factor determining whether dental implants are safe or not is the expertise and skills of the doctor. If the doctor is not trained in implant surgery or does not have much experience, it can lead to some mistakes such as: Misdiagnosis of oral health, incorrect placement of the implant, misaligned implant, etc., causing dangerous complications for oral health.
5.2. Equipped with modern technology
Because it is a complex technique, the support of modern equipment and technology in the implant surgery process is indispensable. Dentistry needs to be fully equipped with machinery systems such as: Ultrasonic bone cutter, 3D ConeBeam CT scanner, centrifuge, etc. to ensure that the surgery is performed accurately, safely and quickly.
5.3. Genuine materials
To ensure safety, the quality of the Implant used is also a very important factor. Customers should choose a dental facility that commits to importing genuine Implants from abroad and conducting inspections before putting them into use.
Some high-end Implants used at BIK International Dental Clinic include: Straumann Implants (Switzerland), Neodent Implants (Switzerland), Nobel Biocare Implants (USA), Osstem Implants (Korea),… with transparent and clear costs.
5.4. International standard dental implant procedure
The dental implant procedure at the dental clinic, from examination, consultation to implant placement, must be carried out according to international standards. At the same time, the dental clinic must strictly follow the sterilization and disinfection steps according to the regulations of the Ministry of Health to avoid cross-infection.
In fact, whether or not an implant is successful depends largely on the patient’s general health and oral health. To ensure safety when performing dental implants, customers can choose BIK International Dental Clinic to be examined, consulted and directly treated by a team of experienced and dedicated doctors.
