Dental implants refer to artificial roots mainly made up of titanium and precisely fused in your jawbone to form a prosthetic tooth, giving you the impression and feel of natural teeth. Dental implants are prototypes of your teeth and can comprise of one tooth, or the whole set of teeth. Dental Implants in Baltimore are applied depending on the individual needs.
Who is a candidate for dental implants?
Nearly all adults are candidates for implant surgery. It should however be clear that, the process can take up to six months before completion, and is not covered by dental insurance. If you prefer dental implants, ensure you have time for the process and consult your oral care expert about financing.
Team approach
The process of implant surgery requires collaboration of different oral care professionals. Using your medical history along with the mouth exam, the following specialists will perform the dental implant treatment. The process will need a maxillofacial and oral surgeon, Prosthodontist and a Periodontist.
Dental implant procedure
* Preparing your jawbone and gums: The process starts by exposing the gum tissue to expose the bone where the implant will be fitted. The specialist then examines if there are enough bones to hold the implant. If they are not enough, bone grafting treatment is performed. Once you have healthy bone, a special drill is used to create spaces for your implant in the jawbone. Titanium implants are then precisely fitted in your bone and then your gum tissue is sutured.
* Healing and fusing: Stitches in your bone take two to three weeks before they are removed; however, the healing process takes several months.
* Placing the post: The process involves opening of the healed gum to access the top of the implant. Zirconium is applied and serves as the anchor to the new set of teeth.
* Restorative phase: Here the doctor makes impressions of your teeth and crowns them. It could take several visits but in the end, you will have a new smile.
Dr. Nicholas j.Molinaro believes that your teeth deserve the best dental care. He offers restorative dentistry. He boasts many years of experience and he offers favorable charges for Dental Implants in Baltimore.
