Dental Implants
 

The three essential components of dental implants

1. Implant Fixture: Made of titanium, it resembles a tooth root and is implanted into the jawbone. It integrates with the human body and securely attaches to the jawbone without causing inflammation or any side effects.

2. Abutment: This component connects to the implant fixture to support the dental crown.

3. Dental Crown: It is the visible part of the tooth replacement. It is typically made of metal or ceramic material and closely resembles a natural tooth in shape and feel.

The process of dental implantation

Step 1: A dentist will conduct an oral health examination and X-ray to assess the condition of the jawbone above the gums to determine if it is suitable for dental implantation. If it is insufficient, bone grafting may be necessary to provide enough bone support for the implants.

Step 2: The surgical procedure involves inserting the titanium implant fixture into the bone, followed by stitching the incision. The stitches will be removed after 14 days of the surgery.

Step 3: It takes approximately 3-4 months for upper teeth and 2-3 months for lower teeth to fully integrate and become strong enough for normal use. During this time, it is recommended to consume soft foods that aid in the implant’s rapid integration with the jawbone.

Step 4: The patient will get a dental impression done, and the dental impression materials are sent to the dental laboratory to create the dental crown.

Step 5: After approximately 7-14 days, the dentist will place the dental crowns, which will have a beautiful and natural appearance, and they will function effectively.

How to reduce anxiety?

At Phyathai 2 hospital, we offer 3 levels of sedation for patients who have an anxiety

1. Local Anesthesia: A one-time injection of medicine that numbs a small specific area of the body.

2. Oral conscious sedation: Oral conscious sedation, also known as pill sedation, is one of the three sedation methods that make patients enter to a state of relaxation while patients remain conscious

3. General Anesthesia: A medication treatment administered by an anesthesiologist or a medical doctor through a mask or an IV placed in the vein that enables a person to be unconscious and pain-free during surgery

How to take care of yourself after dental implantation

It is important to pay special attention to cleaning the implant area and the surrounding gums after dental implantation. Using dental floss is recommended to effectively remove food debris. Regular dental check-ups should be conducted at least twice a year.

Advantages of Dental Implants

1. Dental implants have the highest resemblance to natural teeth in terms of beauty and functionality.

2. No need to grind adjacent teeth compared to dental bridges.

3. Implants are embedded in the jawbone, which helps maintain the stability of the jawbone and prevents bone loss, similar to natural teeth.

4. They can replace missing teeth without affecting the adjacent teeth.

5. They provide better convenience and safety compared to removable dentures.

Benefits and Advantages of Dental implants at Phyathai 2 Hospital

• Experienced Implantologists

• Safety with medically approved and long-trusted implants with life-time warranty

• Personalized planning

• Advanced diagnostic facilities including X-rays and CT scans

• Qualified nurse team ready to take action in case of emergency within 4 mins

• Choices of sedation plans for patients with anxiety 

Advanced Sterilization & High Hygiene Standards:

All dental equipment is meticulously cleaned by the CSSD (Central Sterile Services Department) and autoclave-sterilized to ensure complete germ elimination. To achieve the ultimate level of hygiene, each item’s sterilization and safety are confirmed with spore strips for effective disinfection. We adhere to JCI and ISO 27001 quality standards.