{"id":518,"date":"2020-10-07T14:48:46","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T13:48:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.davidmadrugaimplants.co.uk\/blog\/?p=518"},"modified":"2020-10-07T14:48:49","modified_gmt":"2020-10-07T13:48:49","slug":"what-are-dental-implants-and-when-can-they-be-useful","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.davidmadrugaimplants.co.uk\/blog\/what-are-dental-implants-and-when-can-they-be-useful\/","title":{"rendered":"What are dental implants and when can they be useful?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tooth loss<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tooth loss is surprisingly common and can be an\nextremely inconvenient and frustrating condition. It mostly occurs as a\ncomplication of advanced tooth decay or gum disease, however tooth loss can\nalso be the result of an accident, or aging in general. Tooth decay and gum\ndisease mainly occur because of the large amounts of sugar found in Western\ndiets, which is a perfect feeding ground for bacteria in the oral cavity. This\nresults in bacterial overgrowth, which can affect your oral health in different\nways. The acids that the bacteria produce can contribute to tooth decay and the\nbacterial presence can lead to inflammation in the gum tissue. If these are\nleft untreated, they ultimately lead to tooth loss. Maintaining good oral\nhealth by brushing and flossing your teeth regularly can help you prevent tooth\nloss. When tooth loss does occur, the teeth are often replaced with dental\nimplants, which is one of the best treatment solutions, according to many\npatients and dentists alike. If you think you would like to get dental implants\nor you already have them and would like dental implant maintenance in Marylebone<\/a>, do\nnot hesitate to contact our dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do dental implants work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants<\/a> are small, screw-like\nappliances, which are surgically inserted into the jawbone during implantation.\nAs they are made out of a special metal called titanium, they are capable of\n\u201ctricking\u201d the body into thinking that the implant is your own bone tissue,\nallowing for the integration of the implant into the jawbone. This feature\nmakes dental implants an extremely useful, strong and durable solution for\ntooth loss. After the dental implants have been implanted, a few months time is\ngiven for the wound to heal. Once this time is over and the wound has healed,\nthe artificial teeth are inserted onto the dental implants, which act as\nartificial roots. If a patient has gum disease or tooth decay present then\nthese must be treated before the surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you or your loved one would like to get dental\nimplants or you already have them but would like dental implant maintenance in\nMarylebone, book an appointment with our dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are its benefits?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants are an extremely durable and\nlong-lasting tooth loss solution, often lasting for a lifetime. They are able\nto withstand the large amounts of pressure exerted on them through chewing, so\nyou can comfortably eat whatever you would like. They also look and behave like\nnatural teeth so you can happily brush them as you would normally do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are there any risks?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As with every surgical procedure, dental implants\ndo have their own risks<\/a> too. For example, an infection may occur\nat the site of the implantation or the nerves or neighbouring teeth can be\ndamaged during the surgery. Dental implants inserted into the upper jaw can in\nrare cases cause sinus problems. Smoking is extremely ill-advised, as it\ndecreases the chances of successful surgery by lessening the gum tissues\nability to heal and regenerate. Finally be sure to make your doctor aware of\nany drug or metal allergies before getting dental implants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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