Most Commonly Asked Questions
What are dental implants?
Teeth anchor to the jawbone by their roots, so about two-thirds of the tooth sits under the gums. Every tooth needs a solid root system surrounded by stable bone; if a tooth is missing, a dental implant can replace the root with a titanium cylinder that supports a special dental crown. These natural porcelain restorations look and feel similar to your own teeth.
How do you use implants for loose dentures?
Dental implants transform people’s lives who struggle with loose dentures. In some situations, 2-4 implants support a denture that snaps securely into place but can be removed for cleaning. In other cases, we permanently attach a full set of beautiful porcelain teeth using a special technique known as All-On-4. Regardless of your situation, there’s likely an implant solution to enhance the quality of your life.
What is the All-On-4 solution?
If you’re missing all your teeth or tired of a bulky, loose denture, the All-On-4 procedure deserves a close look. After careful analysis of your bone quality, our specialists can place four implants in strategic locations around the arch of your jaw. Artistic dental technicians build custom porcelain teeth that attach to the implants with mini titanium screws. These teeth look and function naturally, but we’re still able to loosen the screws and easily remove them if needed.
Is dental implant treatment uncomfortable?
Your comfort is always the highest priority at every visit, and we’ve designed quality implant care for our family of patients. Implant surgery is a minor surgical procedure that’s precise and minimally invasive. We use thorough numbing techniques and carefully thread an implant into place, and we offer nitrous oxide for light sedation. Many patients are surprised at the simplicity of implant surgery and how little discomfort they experience afterward.
How long do dental implants last?
Dental implants provide a long-lasting solution to replace missing teeth. Gum disease, a condition that destroys the bone around teeth, can also affect the bone around implants. But if you practice good daily oral hygiene and visit us for cleanings and checkups regularly, they may last indefinitely. Expect to replace the porcelain tooth attached to your implant eventually, but the titanium implant usually provides many years of service.
How much do dental implants cost?
Dental implants provide one of the best values in healthcare today and have changed millions of lives worldwide. Kharsa Clinics incorporates the latest imaging, advanced training, and materials for exceptional outcomes that provide years of natural chewing. Every case is custom-designed, and several factors affect the total cost. But compared to other hard tissue replacement procedures in medicine, dental implants are an excellent investment in your quality of life. Our team provides transparent cost estimates based on your individual situation and we’ll be happy to review all the options with you.
How successful are dental implants?
The first dental implants were placed in the 1960s, and technological advances make them an exceptional choice for most patients today. The success rate varies slightly depending on bone quality, general health, and other factors, but research shows that they’re 95% successful over a 10-year period.
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