With today's advancements in dental implant techniques, materials and technologies, almost anyone with missing teeth can now have dental implant treatments done. Conventional implants techniques have had good long-standing success rates. Also due to new developments in implant technologies and techniques, immediate implants and immediate loaded implants are now possible that can dramatically shorten treatment.

1. First evaluation and x-ray
   • A panoramic x-ray and oral examination is done to determine implant site and bone condition
2. Implant site preparation
   • The gum tissue is opened to expose the bone area where the implant will be placed
   • In situations where there is insufficient bone structure, bone grafting may be a recommended procedure
   • Once healthy bone material has been established, the implant is ready to be put into place
3. Placing the Implant
   • After the bone has been prepared, the implant is embedded and the tissue is sutured
4. Healing Process - Osseointegration
   • The implant is left to integrate and heal with the jaw bone
   • The sutures are typically removed seven to fourteen days after surgery
5. Attaching the Abutment or metal bar/ball
   • When the gum tissue is ready, a special abutment or metal bar/ball is attached to the implant
   • If crowns or bridges are opted, an abutment is placed and this provides the support for the new crown or bridge.
   • If overdentures are opted, the metal bar/ball is placed and is the the clip used to securely retend the set of new overdentures
6. Placing the Crown/Bridge or Overdenture
   • A fter impressions are taken, the crown/bridge or overdenture is made
   • If crowns or bridges are opted, it is then fixed over the post and cemented or screwed on.
   • If overdentures are opted, they are simply snapped onto the metal bars or balls

1. Only liquid foods may be consumed during the first day in order to avoid inadvertent food particles contaminating the wound and semi-liquid (Mashed) food added during the rest of the week
2. Avoid eating or drinking anything very hot or cold during the first day after the operation
3. Moderate post-operative swelling is a normal reaction. However, If you have excessive swelling, severe pain or persistent bleeding please contact the clinic
4. Use antiseptic mouth wash rinses as directed
5. Smoking and consumption of alcoholic beverages should be avoided
6. Old dentures may not be worn until adjustments have been made. Early insertion of dentures may delay or affect healing
7. Avoid putting heavy pressure around the implant site during healing period

• Brush after eating and before bedtime around the implant with a soft toothbrush
• Floss at least once to twice a day. Use the proxy brush or floss threader to remove plaque under and around these areas to maintain good oral hygiene. Buildup of food debris and plaque on your teeth and gums can become infected.
• Rinse with fluoride rinse before bed. Swish the fluoride rinse vigorously in your mouth for at least one minute. Do not swallow any of the rinse and do not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes
• Be careful about chewing toffees, gum, grainy rolls and tough food in this area
• See your dentist for regular professional check-ups and cleanings
  

• Single tooth implant
• Implant bridge
• Full arch implants with fixed bridges
• Full arch implants with overdentures

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