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Dr. B has answered a lot of dental questions.
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Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a bacterial infection that affects the tissues that surround and support your teeth, including your gums and bone.
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There are several reasons why a person may experience tooth loss and require a dental implant. Some common causes of tooth loss include tooth decay, gum disease, trauma, congenital absence, and age-related wear and tear. Dental implants offer an effective solution for replacing missing teeth and restoring function.
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Dental implants offer several benefits over other tooth replacement options, including improved appearance, enhanced comfort, improved speech, easier eating, better oral health, and improved self-esteem.
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With proper care, dental implants can last for many years, even a lifetime. Regular dental checkups and good oral hygiene practices are essential for maintaining the longevity of your implants. Implants can last a life time.
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Dental implant surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia, so you should not feel any pain during the procedure. Some discomfort and swelling may occur after the surgery, but this can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain medications.
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Dental implants are made of biocompatible materials like titanium or zirconia, which are safe for the human body. They fuse with the jawbone through osseointegration and are a safe and effective option for replacing missing teeth.
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A few days. The bone requires several months to integrate with the implant.
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The initial healing process takes around 7-10 days, and discomfort is minimal and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
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The results should last a lifetime assuming the patient maintains gentle brushing habits.
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Yes, gum grafts can be performed around dental implants.
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A periodontic bone graft is a surgery to add bone material to the jawbone to support teeth and prevent tooth loss. It's needed when the jawbone has weakened or been lost due to periodontal disease, injury, or other factors. Bone graft material is placed in the socket where a tooth was removed, to prevent bone loss and maintain jawbone shape. The material may come from the patient or be synthetic. The graft site is covered with a membrane and sutured closed. The bone graft material integrates with the patient's bone over time.
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