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Friday, April 20, 2012
Osseointegration
The dental implant process takes about six months to complete, mainly due to the recovery time required after the dental implant is inserted into your jawbone. Before the abutment and prosthetic tooth can be attached to your implant, it must become firmly rooted in your jawbone. This process, called osseointegration, takes about six months to complete.
During osseointegration, your jawbone grows around and fuses with the dental implant. This process enables your dental implant to become permanently fixed in place, allowing it to function just like a natural tooth root. As a result, your dental implant can function just like a natural tooth, making it a much more durable and highly functional tooth replacement option than alternatives such as dental bridges or dentures.
Once osseointegration is complete, you will return to your cosmetic dentist’s office to complete the procedure. A titanium rod, called an abutment, will be attached to the dental implant. A dental crown will then be placed on the abutment to serve as a prosthetic tooth.
In order to successfully complete the osseointegration process, you must have sufficient bone structure in your jaw to allow the dental implant to fuse properly. If you do not, you may require a bone graft to undergo the dental implant procedure. At your initial consultation, your cosmetic dentist will perform a thorough evaluation to determine whether this additional step is necessary.
Please contact us today to find an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area.
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