Dental implants in Mequon WI.
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What to expect during the dental implant process and recovery.
A dental implant is a permanent new root for a missing tooth. No additional teeth need to be altered to place the new tooth. The entire implant process is performed over the course of a few months:
The first part of the process is to install the implant itself. A titanium screw is placed into the jawbone. An incision is made in the gum so that the implant can be inserted. Multiple implants can be placed at once if necessary. After the implants are placed, the gums are sutured.
The implant must be allowed approximately three to six months to heal. During this time, the jawbone will form around the implant in a process called osseointegration. While healing, you can have temporary crowns installed so that you can eat and speak normally while maintaining a natural smile.
After the implant has healed, it is time to place an abutment on the implant. The abutment serves as the base for your new tooth. Once it is placed, an impression of the abutment is taken and used to create your permanent restoration. As the final step, the permanent restoration is attached to the abutment, completing the process.
Whenever clinically appropriate, we strive to utilize computer-guided implant surgery to support precise planning and placement. We may also use platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, whenever possible to support the body’s natural healing process.
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Your smile will look just like it used to, and the implants will feel like your own teeth!
After dental implant surgery, it is recommended that you take it easy for 48 to 72 hours. Resting assists the healing process and limits post-surgical bleeding. Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid anything too cold. You may need to apply an ice pack to your face at 20-minute intervals for the two days following surgery. If you received upper implants, do not blow your nose for two weeks. It is common to experience slight bleeding for about two days after surgery.
You may feel slightly uncomfortable during the first two days following surgery, but the third day is generally better. An increase in temperature of about one to two degrees is expected and is not usually a cause for concern. Finally, while you can eat when you are hungry, do not chew directly on the bone graft.
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