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Advances in Dentistry---Instant Implants
Over the past twenty years, implanted titanium replacement roots have allowed dentists to anchor crowns and bridges in the jaw. Implants have proven to be of great benefit to those who want to replace missing teeth and teeth that have been compromised by disease or trauma. You can eat normally, speak normally, and have improved natural appearance with dental implants. Because of their stability, they are preferred over dentures and traditionally attached bridges in many, if not most, circumstances. The desires of dentists and patients have led to many innovations that were not considered possible when implant technology began 20 years ago. "Immediate loading of dental implants" is one of them. Both patients and dentists have wanted to narrow the length of time between when implants are placed in the jaw and when prosthetic teeth are anchored to them. Until relatively recently, dentists always looked for sound, original teeth to attach temporary fixed bridges until the bone healed around the implants. In the absence of these sound, original teeth, dentists resorted to giving patients removable dentures. These bridges or dentures were relatively uncomfortable and did not look like natural teeth. It was an emotionally trying time for patients. Thanks to new information on the scientific front we now know that if the bone and implanted root form are sufficiently stable, it is possible in some cases to anchor prosthetic teeth immediately. You may have read or heard advertising about "one-day dental implants". This is the procedure used. Pankey Institute trained dentists who are working with implants place "provisional" restorations on implants prior to anchoring permanent restorations. Provisional restorations are made of a lower cost material than the final restoration, and they allow the patient and dentist time to "try out" the new tooth's form and contact with other teeth before the permanent restorations are made and anchored. The dentist has the opportunity to improve upon the restoration's design to maximize its long-term function, thus durability and comfort. To learn more about how "Immediate Load Dental Implants" work and the steps that are taken to place permanent restorations on them, please contact our friendly office team members at 301-663-1700, or by emailing dentalpride@aol.com. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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