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How successful are implants? 
While implants are highly successful, the likelihood of its success will depend on several factors. The amount of bone available to hold the implant, the patient's health if the patient smokes and the quality of daily care at home, all are determining factors for successful long-term implant. 

Remember, replacing missing teeth is important for maintaining good oral hygiene. Your dentist will assess the conditions of his mouth and will help you decide whether you are a good candidate for implants.

 

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Implants

What are implants? 
The implants have been around for many years and have gained wide acceptance over time, as they have proved a successful method for replacing missing teeth. These offer a solution to have artificial teeth that look natural and feel safe.

The implant itself, often made of titanium, is used as an artificial root to support the false tooth or teeth. The dental surgeon, usually a periodontist (gum specialist) or an oral surgeon places the implant into a hole in the jawbone. Then, he can anchor a pillar of this "artificial root" and is used to fix a prosthetic device on the gum, such as a crown or bridge. The implants can be used in conjunction with removable dentures to create a more secure and stable base for the denture. 

Why implants? 
The implants have some advantages over removable dentures. Because removable dentures are not permanently fixed in place, they can move while you eat or speak. Furthermore, eventually the bone supporting the teeth can change and contracts, which makes it very difficult to support the denture comfortably. 

Implants also have advantages over fixed bridges, especially when the adjacent teeth to the tooth or missing teeth are still healthy. To create a fixed bridge, your dentist will usually crowns on adjacent teeth - as they will support for replacement teeth. If adjacent teeth are free of dental caries and existing restorations, you may prefer to leave them in their natural state, rather than altering them to secure the necessary restoration work. Implants replace missing teeth while leaving unchanged the adjacent teeth.