The number of people with missing teeth in Australia, and the rest of the world for that matter, has lowered drastically over the last decade or so. In 2010, 21 percent of adults aged 21 and over didn’t have natural teeth, according to a report conducted by the Australian government. Now, things have changed and there are more people than ever before waking around with bright white smiles. Cosmetic dentistry has played a big role in this, with millions of people now choosing to enhance their smile with dental implants. These implants are designed to support one (or many) false teeth, making them the perfect option for people who have missing teeth.
Who Needs Dental Implants?
People of all ages can benefit from dental implants and to understand if you are a suitable patient for this form of cosmetic dentistry, you should book a consultation with a licensed dentist. Anyone with missing teeth or teeth that have been affected by decay and disease can get implants fitted. During the consultation, a dentist will closely examine your teeth and assess the bone to ensure there is a sufficient amount for the titanium to be held in place. Take a pen and paper with you at this stage, so that you can ask questions and write down answers following the initial examination.
What Does the Cosmetic Procedure Involve?
One or more false teeth will be supported by dental implants, which are designed to keep the replacement teeth in place if the root fails in some way. This well-established cosmetic dentistry procedure will be conducted with local anaesthetic. Pain relief of this kind will make you feel more comfortable when the titanium implants are being embedded into the jaw bone. Approximately 3-4 months after the first procedure, the dentist will check if the implants are stable enough, before fitting the false teeth.
What Happens During the Recovery Process?
If you’re worried about the pain you might experience following this cosmetic dental procedure, ease your mind of worries by learning how to manage the recovery process. Local anaesthetic will be given to 99 percent of patients, with oral sedation as an alternative. Expect some bruising and swelling following the initial surgery and refrain from smoking to speed up the healing process. Tissue grafting may be required in some cases and if this happens, the gums may swell a little more. However, the dentist will provide post-operative care and will recommend sticking to a soft diet to prevent further discomfort.
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