A dental implant is an artificial tooth root (tiny titanium posts) which are placed into the jawbone where teeth are missing. Once a dental implant is placed, it gradually fuses with the jawbone creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. Dental implants are a secure and a long-lasting solution to missing teeth. They are the best alternatives for dentures and dental bridges.

Types of Dental Implant:

The other recent and latest additions are Zygoma implants, All on 4 implants, Immediate implants etc.,

Why are dental implants considered superior to bridges and dentures?

Bridges: For placing a dental bridge often two or more healthy teeth need to be altered. So, losing some of your precious natural teeth is sometimes not considered as a healthy option

Dentures: Implants provide outstanding experience compared to dentures. Though we fabricate the most stable dentures it is difficult to keep any dentures continually stable. Its due to the wear of the bony structure that supports the denture. Here are few points to consider while you choose traditional dentures.

• Dentures may slip out while eating and speaking
• Its hard to chew with full force with dentures so you can’t eat all your favorite food
• Dentures may give clicking sound while eating
• Lot of bone loss may occur with the use of dentures
• Dentures usually have to be worn with a dental adhesive for better support
• Dentures may lead to premature ageing of your face (facial sagging and excessive wrinkles due to bone loss)