Implants have transformed dentistry over the last 50 years and are now often the first choice of treatment for the replacement of missing teeth.

An implant is a titanium substitute for a natural tooth root and is placed into a socket created in the jaw. It is usually screwed into place creating an initial stability, which over time is steadily enhanced by further growth of bone on to the implant surface. This process of fusion of bone to implant is known as Osseo-integration. The internal design of the implant allows a variety of fittings to be attached to it, which support replacement teeth, providing the foundation for long-term support of crowns, bridges or dentures.

Depending upon the extend of the bone loss after tooth extraction, bone grafting may be required in order to restore adequate bone volume for implant placement.

Dental implants are so natural-looking and feeling, you may forget you ever lost a tooth.

Each implant must be accessible for daily cleaning so that the biology of the mouth maintains healthy bone and gum surrounding the implant.

Following all stages of implant treatment you will be fully advised by Dr. Odysseos on care and maintenance of the implants or the superstructure they support. The instructions will include how to clean adequately and what techniques and materials to use to assist in achieving this.

Every way you look at it, dental implants are a better solution to the problem of missing teeth. You may smile with confidence once again!

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