Q & A About Dental Implants In Dubai

By: Dr. Alka Bulchandani

 

Q. What is a dental implant ?

A.  Dental Implant is an artificial tooth root that’s placed into your jaw to hold a prosthetic tooth or bridge.

Q. What are Dental Implants made of?

A. Dental Implants are made of Titanium. It is highly biocompatible and therefore it is rarely rejected by the body.

Q. What happens during an Implant placement surgery?

A. The surgery is done under local anesthesia. The implant is placed with the help of specialized instruments into the jaw. After a specific time period, crown or a bridge is placed over the implant.

Q. What are the Benefits of placing Dental Implants?

– They preserve the height & thickness of jaw bones thereby preventing the aged appearance of lower third of the face.

– Gives a natural feel : aesthetic as well as functional

– Comfortable chewing

-Longer lasting

-Less daily maintenance

– No damage to surrounding teeth versus a bridge which requires trimming of adjacent teeth

-Improves quality of life

Q. How to maintain Implants?

-Regular dental visit & check up.

-Oral hygiene maintenance

-Avoid smoking

-Maintain blood sugar levels