September 12th, 2011
Some of the facts of dental implant treatment are that it is fairly expensive and requires invasive surgery. But there are so many advantages to the treatment as solution to missing teeth that it is no wonder so many people are choosing to go through with it and have dental implants put in their mouth.
For as long as humans have been on the earth they have sought to replace any teeth which have been lost for whatever reason. It wasn’t until the latter half of the twentieth century that dental scientists were able to come up with a solution as clever as dental implants. All previous attempts to replace lost teeth have been done external to the gum, either in the form of dental bridges or dentures.
Dental implants are different because they rely on a fixed device which is beneath the gum and acts like a surrogate for the root of the tooth. Once this has been placed in the mouth, your dentist can use it as the base for a replacement tooth. The implant is made of titanium because it naturally fuses with living bone if they are left in contact with one another.
Ask your dentist in central London for a consultation to determine whether dental implants are suitable for you. Millions of people have already done so and are delighted with the realistic and stable alternatives to natural teeth.
May 7th, 2011
After the indignity, pain and inconvenience of losing one or more of your teeth the next step is to make sure that you get them replaced as soon as possible. The fact is that your mouth is meant to have a full set of teeth; that is how it works best and achieves the optimum levels of functionality which allows for the greatest efficiency.
Increasingly patients are taking up the offer of possibly the most permanent solution to tooth loss available from dentists in the United Kingdom. This is something called dental implants. Dental implants have been getting more common in the last twenty years or so and represent a true innovation in dental practice.
The key to the effectiveness of dental implants is the fact that they work with the natural tissues of your mouth. A Portuguese dental surgeon in the nineteen fifties found that the metal titanium naturally fuses with living bone. He harnessed this for the purposes of dental implants where a socket is placed next to the jaw bone and underneath the gum. Essentially then a false tooth can be screwed into place.
The secure platform provided by this method has delighted a great number of patients and is sure to delight many more. The success rate of dental implants is extremely high and patients find that, once they have false teeth in place using dental implants, they never even have to think about that they lost teeth in the past.
Your West London dentist will have all the relevant information about dental implants and can assess your mouth to see if the procedure is the right one for you to solve your tooth loss issues.
April 12th, 2011
Your natural teeth are very resilient indeed, held in place by strong bones in your jaw, but they can be lost for several reasons. Playing certain dangerous sports or having a particular occupation can put your teeth at risk of being lost, following an accident. Gum disease and tooth decay too can mean that teeth come out or have to be removed. It is very important that you get them replaced as soon as possible, as will be obvious by the difficulties that you might face when eating or drinking without a full set of teeth.
One option for replacing lost teeth that is worth your serious consideration is having dental implants fitted. They really are the permanent, reliable and secure solution to tooth loss and, in terms of actually replicating teeth, they are the finest option available. A dental implant is, in essence, a substitute for the root of your tooth. It is a lot like a socket, into which a replacement tooth can be screwed.
They need to be placed under your gum in an operation that is carried out under local anaesthetic. Your Central London dentist will be careful to place it tight against the jaw bone for a very important reason. The reason is that the titanium that dental implants are made from has a unique property: they can fuse with live bone in a process that medical scientists call osseointegration.
This fusion with the bone means that the teeth fitted into the implants have an incredibly stable and enduring housing in the mouth. Dental implants are not a cheap option but they are so long term and reliable that you won’t have to think about the fact that you have lost teeth again.
December 10th, 2010
If you have lost a tooth or teeth because of an accident or a result of tooth decay or gum disease, it is imperative that you get it or them replaced. Having a full set of teeth makes eating, drinking and talking so much easier and guards against future oral health problems. For example, teeth can begin to shift in gaps left behind by missing teeth and this alters the shape of the mouth.
There are a number of options to replace lost teeth but a particularly long term solution is the use of dental implants. Dental implants act as a substitute for the lost root of the tooth. Essentially they are sockets which are placed under the gum for a replacement tooth to be screwed into.
X-rays will need to be taken of your mouth and then your dentist will make a small incision in the gum into which the implant will be placed. Implants are always placed tight against the jaw bone so that the titanium with which they are made can fuse with the bone and offer maximum stability to the replacement tooth. This process is known as osseointegration and titanium, lightweight and durable in itself, has been found to be ideal for this purpose.
Modern techniques allow dental implants to be installed quicker than ever and, so secure is the foundation they offer, they can often support a bridge of teeth. The process is not reversible and some people still prefer to sue removable full or partial dentures or to have bridge work anchored to existing teeth but, although invasive, dental implants provide a long-term, stable solution to lost teeth.
Contact your City of London dentist if you think that dental implants might be the answer to your tooth loss problems.
December 9th, 2010
There are a number of good reasons to get your lost teeth replaced. If you lost a tooth or teeth because of an accident or as a result of tooth decay, you should contact your West London dentist immediately to see what your options are. Having a full set of teeth allows to eat and drink properly and means that remaining teeth don’t begin to shift into any gaps you have because of missing teeth.
Dental bridges are one option to replace lost teeth and come in three main varieties. Fixed or traditional bridge work involves having a pontic or false tooth anchored to two crowns on either side of it. This is a very stable method particularly suited when just one tooth has been lost and the rest of the mouth is in good health generally. If you have lost a tooth at the front of the mouth, Maryland- or resin-bonded bridges might be used because they conceal the resin and preserve a natural looking mouth. Cantilever bridges are utilised when patients’ front teeth are especially weak and a false teeth can only be fused on one side rather than two.
The process of dental bridges might involve your dentist removing a little of surrounding teeth to make sure that there is enough room. Temporary bridges are worn while your pontic is contstructed from mould of your mouth. Once they are ready your dentist will attach them and check that your bite is not affected by the bridge.
Get more information from your West London dentist about dental bridges and how they can be used to effectively replace lost teeth and provide lasting solutions.
September 6th, 2010
Nobody wants to lose their teeth but sometimes it happens either because of poor dental hygiene, accident or just as the result of age. When all or most of teeth have been lost it can often feel like there is little or no hope and can leave patients feeling quite despondent about the state of their teeth and smile. Lost teeth can also have a physical impact on the profile and structure on the face as the teeth act as a rigid support for facial tissue.
However, there are ways to replace missing teeth and with modern technology they are constantly improving in both functionality and appearance. Dentures have had a bad reputation in the past because they looked unrealistic and were also prone to falling out. Modern dentures however, are much better fitting and shouldn’t even need denture adhesive to keep them in place. Although many patients are opting to have mini-implants fitted to keep the dentures securely in place. These are small titanium screws that are anchored directly into the jawbone and can be used to clip dentures in place and hold them.
Modern dentures also allow much greater freedom to patients as they are capable of eating much more varied food and even things like apples present few problems. London W1 dentures will be able to give you a lot more information about the possibilities of modern dentures.
A well-made set of dentures should fit snugly around the gum tissue, using suction alone to remain in place. They should cause little or no irritation and be hardly noticeable when in the mouth. If your dentures are causing you problems then you need to make an appointment to have them sorted out.
November 13th, 2009
For patients who have lost teeth and are looking for an artificial dental substitute, the most realistic and sturdy option is a dental implant. This takes the form of a screw implanted into the jawbone to act as an anchor for a dental crown. This provides a more authentic level of rigidity when compared with other dental substitutes.
Losing a tooth, either from a head trauma or as the result of tooth decay can be a painful and embarrassing experience. A missing tooth can cause patients to be reluctant too smile or make eye contact and could be the underlying cause of a loss of confidence. But a missing tooth also has more long-term physical consequences. AA build up of bacteria can occur in the hollow left by the tooth. This hollow is difficult to clean and can lead to unpleasant infection sin the mouth. Vacant space in the dental arc can also encourage the remaining teeth to shift about and lean. This can cause painful jaw conditions called TMJs and lead to unpleasant and sub-conscious teeth grinding, also known as bruxism.
Therefore, it is important to replace missing teeth for physical reasons as well as cosmetic. There are other dental substitutes available such as partial dentures and dental bridges but many patients find that these do not provide the necessary degree of stability. Dental implants are becoming increasingly popular with both dentists and patients as a long-term solution to a missing tooth.
The procedure is usually carried out in three visits to the dentist. During the first visit the dentist will implant the screw, usually made of titanium or other non-harmful and strong metal, into the jawbone using a drill. Once in place this will be left for several weeks to fuse with bone and tissue in a process called osseointergration. Once the screw is firm enough, the dentist attaches a post and temporary crown. The final visit will be the fitting of the permanent crown.
Dental implants are as close to real teeth as are available. Because the root of the implant is secured to the jawbone like a real tooth, it acts and feels like a real tooth. If you have a missing tooth or are looking to replace an earlier dental substitute, make an appointment to see a London W1 dentist.
