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Department : Public Health Dentistry

INTRODUCTION
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Dental implants are a structure used to replace missing
teeth. |
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Their use in the treatment of complete and partial edentulous
has become an integral treatment modality in dentistry |
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Dental implants have a number of advantages over conventional
fixed partial denture.
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PARTS OF IMPLANT

Before Treatment
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Any underlying oral health issues must first be managed
before implantation may be considered. Common issues such as tooth decay and
gum disease can make treatment less effective. |
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If you are a smoker, your dentist will advise you to quit, as
smokers face a greater risk of failure than non-smokers. Smoking can affect
osteointegration, the process by which a dental implant anchors to the jaw
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Placing the implant
If you have an endosteal implant
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An oral surgeon will cut the gum, exposing the jawbone
underneath Holes will be drilled deep into the bone, where the implant post
will be inserted. |
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If you choose, a temporary, removable denture can be placed
over the hole, for aesthetic purposes, until the permanent tooth can be
attached to the implant. |
Treatment done
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Dental implant placement |
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Bone growth and healing |
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Abutment placement |
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Artificial tooth placement |
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