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Implants for LifeSeveral teeth replacement

Learn how quality dental implants by DENTSPLY Implants can give you the beauty and functionality of natural teeth—speak with your dentist today.

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Time-tested results with DENTSPLY ImplantsFor over 40 years, dental implants have been used successfully in millions of people worldwide as a treatment option for missing teeth.

Quality implant solutions by DENTSPLY Implants are backed by extensive clinical research and documentation, and based on an in-depth application of biological principles, for reliable esthetic and functional results you can count on.

The design of our implants allows for shorter treatment times and predictable, long-term successful outcomes.

Dental implants—for lifeDo you suffer from the physical discomfort associated with missing teeth?

Are you embarrassed by the gap left by missing teeth or do you have difficulties eating or speaking clearly due to the loss of these teeth? If so, implant-supported bridges may be the solution for you.

Traditionally, partial tooth-supported bridges or clasp-retained dentures have been the treatment solution for multiple tooth loss. An implant-supported bridge eliminates the need for harmful clasps as well as the grinding of healthy adjacent teeth for supporting a bridge. Replacing missing teeth with dental implants can allow you to smile with confidence and eat the foods you enjoy again.

Attractive and secure Dental implants can have many advantages when compared to traditional crown and bridge solutions.

Some advantages include:

• Dental implants look, feel and function closest to that of your natural teeth.

• Healthy adjacent teeth do not need to be ground down to support a bridge.

• Anchoring dental implants in the jawbone stimulates bone tissue and gums, ensuring an attractive, esthetic result while helping to maintain facial structures.

• Dental implants do not require any adhesives.

Dental implant at actual size

An abutment on top of the dental implant

Parts of a dental implantThe dental implant

with a crown

Treatment procedure for multiple-tooth replacement

1. A thorough examination

The first step of dental implant therapy is a discussion with your dentist, followed by a thorough dental examination. The jaw is x-rayed to check the condition of your bone tissue and to determine the placement of the dental implants. An impression is made of your jaw and existing teeth, forming an important platform for the treatment.

2. Placing the dental implants

There are two options for dental implant placement, depending on your clinical situation.

• In a single-stage procedure, the dental implant is placed and a temporary abutment is attached.

• For a two-stage procedure, the dental implant is inserted, covered by the gum tissue, and left to heal.

The possibility for a crown to be attached the same day the implant is placed is dependent on different considerations and varies for each patient.

3. Attaching the abutments

Once the implant has fully integrated with the bone tissues:

• In a single-stage procedure, the final (or permanent) abutments are placed and an impression is taken from which a dental technician will create crowns/bridge that will match your natural teeth in shape and color.

• For a two-stage procedure, a second surgery is required to reveal the dental implants for abutment placement.

Like natural teeth

A dental implant is a small titanium screw that acts as an artificial tooth root, and provides a stable foundation for the placement of a final crown. Implants can also help to preserve healthy adjacent teeth by eliminating the need to grind them down to support a bridge. As a result, dental implants look, feel and function just like natural teeth and allow you to eat, speak and smile with confidence!

4. Fitting and re-examination

When the crowns/bridge are ready, they are simply attached to the abutments. This is usually followed by a few follow-up visits to ensure the functionality and esthetics of your treatment outcome.

3. Abutments are attached to the dental implants and a bridge (row of teeth) is placed over the abutments.

2. Implant-supported bridges eliminate the need for healthy adjacent teeth to be ground down to act as support.

4. The dental implant bridge is now in place and can with-stand the strong chewing forces that occur in the back of the mouth, providing the form and function of natural teeth.

1. Tooth loss in the back of the mouth is typically caused by gum infection (periodontitis) or by a cracked tooth due to previous fillings.

Conventional treatment options such as clasp-retained partials can cause discomfort and harm compromise healthy adjacent teeth.

“I’m a professional singer and in my business looks are important,” says Carola Becker.

“I lack genes for four permanent teeth and at the age of 28 I started to have problems. To grind down healthy teeth to attach bridges was out of the question for me. Instead, I chose implant treatment and I am very satisfied with the result.“

My Story: Carola Becker

“I would definitely make the same choice again!”

Carola Becker, 30 years old

Implant treatment can provide restored function and esthetics for a new outlook on health and an improved quality of life.

To learn more about the benefits of implant treatment, speak with your dental professional.