Must-Know Dental Implant FAQs for Strong and Healthy Smiles
                     Dental Implant 
FAQs You Didn't 
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What Exactly Are Dental Implants?
Contrary to popular belief, dental implants are not artificial teeth 
themselves, but rather titanium posts surgically inserted into the 
jawbone to serve as roots for replacement teeth.
A complete dental implant solution comprises three distinct 
components:
• The implant - a titanium post that integrates with your jawbone
• The abutment - a connector placed on top of the implant
• The crown or prosthetic tooth - the visible part 
that looks like a natural tooth
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dental 
Implants?
General Suitability Bone Requirements Health Considerations
Dental implants are suitable for Sufficient jawbone density and Certain health factors can 
most adults missing one or volume are essential to support affect implant success, 
more teeth. The ideal candidate implants. Patients with bone including uncontrolled 
has completed jaw growth and loss may require bone grafting diabetes, smoking, and 
development, typically after procedures before implant immunosuppressive conditions. 
age 18. placement. A thorough medical assessment 
is necessary.
Advantages Over Other Tooth Replacement 
Options
Permanent Bone Tooth Conservation
Solution Preservation
Unlike dentures or bridges that Implants stimulate the jawbone Unlike traditional bridges that 
may need replacement every 5-10 just like natural tooth roots, require adjacent teeth to be filed 
years, implants can last a lifetime preventing the bone loss and facial down for support, implants stand 
with proper care. They look, feel changes that typically occur after independently without affecting 
and function like natural teeth. tooth loss. neighbouring healthy teeth.
What Does the Implant Procedure 
Involve? Stage 1: Implant 1
The titanium implant is surgPiclaalclye pmlaecnedt 
into the jawbone under local anaesthetic. 
Sedation options are available for anxious 2 Stage 2: Healing and Osseointegration
patients. The procedure is typically less 
painful than expected, comparable to a The implant needs time to fuse with the 
tooth extraction. jawbone (osseointegration). This healing 
Stage 3: Crown Attachment 3 period typically takes 6 weeks to 3 months, 
depending on individual healing factors and 
Once healing is complete, the abutment is 
implant location.
attached to the implant, and the custom-made 
crown is secured. This final stage completes 
your new tooth's appearance and function.
What Is the All-on-4® 
TThre Aell-aont-4®m treeatnmetnt? is a revolutionary approach that replaces 
an entire arch of teeth using just four strategically placed dental 
implants. This technique offers several advantages:
Efficient Solution Bone Loss 
Replaces all teeth in one jaw SIdoealul tfoior npatients with 
using only 4 implants instead significant bone loss who 
of the traditional 6-8 might otherwise require 
implants per arch. extensive bone grafting 
procedures.
Immediate 
ORfetesnu lctaslled "Teeth in a Day" because patients can receive a 
provisional full-arch prosthesis on the same day as implant 
placement.
Are There Metal-Free Implant Options?
While titanium remains the gold standard for dental 
implants due to its proven biocompatibility and exceptional 
durability record spanning over 50 years, some patients 
inquire about metal-free alternatives.
Titanium implants have decades of research supporting 
their safety and efficacy
True metal-free implants are still in developmental stages 
with limited long-term data
Zirconia ceramic implants are being researched but aren't 
widely available
Genuine allergic reactions to titanium are extremely rare, 
affecting fewer than 0.6% of patients
Caring for Your Dental Implants
Daily Maintenance
• Brush at least twice daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush
•Use low-abrasive, non-whitening toothpaste
• Clean around implants with interdental brushes or special implant 
floss
Professional 
C•aScrheedule dental check-ups every 3-6 months
•Get professional cleanings with special implant-safe instruments
•Have your bite evaluated regularly to prevent excessive forces
Avoid Damage
•Quit smoking to protect implant integration and gum health
• Avoid chewing extremely hard foods like ice or candy
• Address teeth grinding with a night guard if necessary
Reach Us At
Advanced Dental 
NAorrtwsell Quincy
353 Washington Street 1250 Hancock Street, Suite 
Norwell, MA 02061 123,
Quincy, MA 02169
+1 (617) 934-7419 +1 (617) 934-4914
[email protected] DrNathanielChan.com
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