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The implant process normally involves several steps that take place over a time from 3 to 9 months. With Mini Implants, however, the implant process can take only days.
Initial Consultation - Treatment Planning
After discussing possible alternatives, the dental surgeon will assess the feasibility of providing implant treatment.
Dental Implant Placement
Implants are placed in the dental surgery under Conscious Intravenous Sedation. If, after assessment, the underlying jawbone is judged to be deficient, a number of options are made available for bone regeneration.
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Healing Period
With some dental implants and upon the Implant placement, the patient will have healed sufficiently within days after surgery . In most cases however it is often suggested that a period of three months or more be allowed for the implant to fully integrate and heal.
The Restorative Phase
Once integrated (or healed), the implants will be uncovered and a variety or restorations (Crowns, Bridges, Removable Denture) will be considered.
Maintenance
Following the completion of implant treatment,patients need to clean thoroughly around the implants as instructed by the dentist. They should attend their dentist for regular review so that the health of the soft tissue, bone levels and the integrity of the restoration can be checked.
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Preparatory Procedures
Implants survive best in a healthy environment. Any tooth decay or gum problems need to be sorted out before implants are placed to give them the best chance of success. Gum Health. This may involve the use of a special brushing method, toothpicks and little "bottle" brushes. Some gum treatment may be necessary. Removal of Unsavable Teeth. Despite the great advances in modern dentistry some teeth may have reached a stage when no treatment can save them. It is often best to remove them at an early stage Bone Augmentation. When teeth are lost the bone holding them in place dissolves way. The more the loss of bone the less bone there is in which to place implants. When there is not enough bone present, bone may be grown to fill in missing bone. This allows implants to be fitted.
With implant supported teeth it is almost impossible to tell the difference compared to natural teeth:
• function, look and feel like natural teeth
• allow you to speak, smile and eat with confidence
• are comfortable and stay in place
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