Implant Dentistry

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a prosthetic tooth or bridge.Dental implants may be an option  in patients  who have lost one or more teeth due to tooth decay, injury or  periodontal (gum and bone) disease.

You can chew or bite on it as normal teeth without any restrictions.It is an ideal treatment in patients with adqueate bone height and good oral hygiene.Dental implants integrate with your jawbone and  helps to keep the bone healthy and intact.

Single tooth implants:

Dental implant replaces a single tooth without sacrificing the health of adjacent teeth.

Full Mouth Implant therapy

It is the best and latest method of restoring all missing teeth .  This treatment brings back your appearance, comfort and biting efficiency which is lost after total extraction.

This treatment option is more comfortable and secure than the regular conventional dentures and  results in a better chewing  ability.It is hassel free as you dont have to  remove the prosthesis for cleaning purpose after every meal.

Implant overdentures

Implant overdentures are an excellent treatment option in  edentulous patients in whom  a fixed implant prosthesis or a complete denture cannot be given.

Retention is obtained through use of attachments placed directly on implants or on bar superstructures.
Implant overdentures are easy to maintain like removable denture and has stablity like fixed prosthesis.

Care after implant prosthesis

Implant supported prosthesis are maintained similar to natural tooth.Personal oral hygiene practices like brushing flossing and use of mouthwash  prevents any damage around implants and prolongs its longetivity. Special cleaning aids such as interdental brushes, periodontal floss or a water flosser may be used to  maintain optimum implant health.

Regular dental followup is required for overall success of implant therapy.