What are the Side Effects of Dental Implants?
No matter the type of surgery, there are benefits, risks, and side effects that could potentially happen. With dental implants, their chances of issues are rather low, but there are still complications that can arise. When you are considering this type of cosmetic dentistry, finding the right oral surgeon can make a huge difference. Your oral surgeon will be able to oversee you through the process and what you should do before and after surgery for the best results with minimal amounts of side effects. However, there are going to be some side effects that happen to just about everyone. For instance, during dental implant surgery, an incision will be made. At the point of incision, there will be soreness, a side effect that can’t be avoided.
"How dental implant surgery is performed depends on the type of implant and the condition of your jawbone. Dental implant surgery may involve several procedures. The major benefit of implants is solid support for your new teeth — a process that requires the bone to heal tightly around the implant. Because this healing requires time, the process can take many months."
What You Should Know About Dental Implants
Having dental implants is one of the safest and most effective procedure to improve a patient's smile when one or several teeth are not present. Implants can attach to permanent crowns, or dental fixtures such as bridges or dentures can attach. The use of stable crowns has a slight advantage over the removable options because after a while you won’t even recognize you have an artificial tooth.
One aspect of dental implants most patients don’t realize is the process from beginning to end is longer than expected. Sometimes, if bone grafting is needed dental implants can take up to a year to complete, and if no bone graft is required, the procedure can take up to six months. The traditional method of installation will require two procedures. The first process will drill a hole for the implant to be screwed into. Then you will have to go through a healing period that allows the implant and the bone to fuse together. By allowing this process to happen, when the final crown is placed it will be more secure and is more durable.
Possible Side Effects
For most patients that undergo implant dentistry, there are no long-term risk factors. However, like with any surgery, there can be risks. The most common problem patients that have dental implants can experience is an infection. When the procedure is performed, areas of your gum will be cut open to gain access to the jaw bone. Anytime an incision is made, no matter the type of surgery, you can be at risk for infection. Symptoms of infection is an oozy discharge, lousy taste in your mouth, extremely red and swollen incision site.
Another possible side effect could be damage to the adjacent teeth or gums. An accident can happen during surgery; surgeons are humans. If this happens, any damage done can be repaired. Damage to surrounding teeth and the gums is a very low risk, and shouldn’t worry anyone looking to get implants.
Sinus problems can develop if implants are placed in the upper jaw if the implant protrudes into the sinus cavity. Nerve damage is very rare but is possible, and this will affect the surrounding teeth. Nerve damage can cause sensitivity, numbness or even a tingling sensation.
Sometimes after getting dental implants, the dental implant doesn’t take. When this occurs, the implant will fall out, which is painless. In cases where the implant doesn’t bond with the jaw bone, it can be placed again for a more secure fit. When it comes to implant failure, some contributing factors may be at play. Smokers tend to have a harder time healing and can cause bone not to heal or take much longer to do so.
The best practice is to keep your mouth clean after the surgery and follow all the directions your oral surgeon gives you. Not following their guidelines for the healing process can lead to infection or slowed healing process. As far as surgery goes, dental implants are a very low risk and can work for most people. They provide many more benefits than risk factors.
Are Dental Implants Right For You?
Implant dentistry is a replacement for a damaged or missing tooth root. When you lose a tooth, either by accident or because of extraction, dental implants can fill the gap from a missing tooth. Dental implants are secured into the jaw bone; then an abutment is attached to another fixture can be attached. Possible options to connect to a dental implant are permanent crowns or removable bridges and dentures. If you are curious if dental implants would be a good choice for you, these are some of the instances it would be a good fit:
- Your jawbone is fully mature.
- You have one or more teeth missing.
- You have enough bone to take the implant, or can have a bone graft.
- Your oral tissue is in healthy condition.
- You are in good health, that won’t prevent bone from healing properly.
- If dentures aren’t an option for you.
- If you can commit to the dental implant process which takes numerous months to complete.
If you are considering dental implants for a cosmetic procedure to replace missing teeth, you'll be delighted to know the risks and side effects are extremely minimal. In nearly, 95% of patients that have the procedure done, don't experience any downsides. When the process is finished, patients will be left with a gorgeous smile they will love.
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