Artificial tooth structures made in order restore function to the region with tooth deficiency are called implants, the implant consists of 2 separate parts. The first is the titanium screw that forms the substructure and is placed in the jawbone and the second is the upper structure that will fulfill the functions of the tooth. The upper structure in order to fulfill the eating function such as chewing and cutting. The substructure imitates the root structure of the natural tooth. 

Titanium material is a special material. It maintains its strength and function for many years without causing any reaction in the body. It is a very reliable the bone structure in arm and hip fractures, as well as for tooth deficiencies in the mouth.

So is implant treatment a reliable treatment?

If the implant is done correctly, it is a reliable and successful treatment application. Before the implant is applied, the systemic condition of the patient should be evaluated by the dentist.

How many years can the implant be used?

The success of the implant depends on the duration of stay in the mouth, attention to oral hygiene and not disrupting the dentist’s controls. If proper oral care is not done, infection may develop and complaints such as bleeding or pain may occur just like natural teeth. For example, if you smoke the chemicals and toxic effects in the cigarette negatively affect the use of implants. Briefly, the life of the implant may depend on many factors. It is armed to stay in the mouth for the longest time with healthy and regular controls. For a life-time guaranteed implant, you should definitely choose a certified implant brand and ask your dentist for the certificate of your implant.

Whether the implant is a painful procedure is another issue that is curious. Placement of the implant is often a more comfortable procedure than your tooth extraction. It is mostly performed under local anesthesia. You will not feel any pain during the procedure. In order not to feel pain after the operation, you must follow your dentist’s medication and recommendations.

You many ask what happens if the jawbone and implant do not join after the implant is applied. This can happen very rarely. Uncontrolled diabetes, bad (insufficient) oral care, excessive smoking and alcohol use etc., it may be user-related, tissue, implant or application-related. In this case, the implant substructure is removed and bone is left to heal. After the jaw bone heals, this ares can be re-implanted.