Question 1

i had an implant dental 4 months ago and my gum above the op is red and puffy. 
uncomfortable but not painful. 
should i still have a puffy red gum so long after the operation. ?

Accepted Answer

No: Your surgical site should have healed after a week or two. You need to immediately go back to the surgeon who placed the implant to have the fixture evaluated.

Question 2

what does a dental implant look like?

Accepted Answer

Dental Implants: See the attached photo and discuss the process with your own dentist. A one on one evaluation and discussion with a trained dentist is far better than trying to learn about the procedures over the internet!

Question 3

what is the pros and corn of dental implant?

Accepted Answer

They're great: Provide you with the best means of replacing missing teeth, and are the closest Dentistry has come to providing a tooth-like substitute.  As long as your bone/gum tissues are healthy, Implants/crowns are the leading edge restorations.  They must be cared for just like natural teeth (brushing/flossing).  They are expensive, but in the long run worth the cost.

Question 4

how much time is this dental implant process?

Accepted Answer

Implant process: This is not regular dentistry. Implants are placed into bone, integrate and then are restored with 'caps' bridges, etc. With good bone height quality and quantity, about 4-5 months. Ad 100 days or more if more new bone needs to be grown in your mouth.

Question 5

what will happen if i don't get a dental implant?

Accepted Answer

Teeth could shift: Teeth that shift will not occlude correctly, resulting in an inefficient bite. This will put additional stress on your other teeth. The shifting, tilted teeth can end up with periodontal bone loss. Supererupted antagonist teeth may result in occusal prematurities. Consider replacing the missing tooth.

Question 6

can i have some tips needed on dental implant crowns?

Accepted Answer

Tips on implants: Have the best surgeon and restorative dentist you can find diagnose and plan the case. Don't be impatient, this is generally a long process but well worth the money and the time invested. Don't look for bargains or immediate results.

Question 7

what does the process of getting a dental implant entails?

Accepted Answer

3 step process. ... : 1) diagnostic phase, 2) surgical phase ; 3) restorative phase . Diagnostic steps should start with thorough oral examination ; 3-d ct scan. Surgical step is designed according to restorative guidelines using ct scan. The final stage (restorative phase) could be completed as early as 3- 4 months following the successful integration of implants.

Question 8

please tell me what happens while getting a dental implant?

Accepted Answer

Replace tooth root: If it is a healed site, under local anesthesia, with no pain, an opening in the jaw is established with a series of drills.  The root replacement (implant) is screwed into the jaw.  This provides the support for a new tooth.  The techniques are efficient, pain free (during and after)  there will be minimal soreness and bleeding, back to work in the afternoon following a morning insertion.

Question 9

can you give me suggestions needed on dental implant crowns?

Accepted Answer

Occlusion: An implant crown or a regular crown requires good occlusion to last a life time.  It must have interproximal contact on both sides, proper occlusal contacts with the opposing arch, and proper marginal adaptation to the implant abutment (no open margin).  Check with your dentist for various material of the abutment and crown to ensure biocompatibility of the material used.

Question 10

dental experts! what type of metal is used in dental implant?

Accepted Answer

Titanium: Medical grade titanium. Accept nothing less.

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I had an implant dental 4 months ago and my gum above the op is red and puffy. uncomfortable but not painful. should i still have a puffy red gum so long after the operation. ?

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What does a dental implant look like?

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What is the pros and corn of dental implant?

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How much time is this dental implant process?

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What will happen if i don't get a dental implant?

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Can i have some tips needed on dental implant crowns?

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What does the process of getting a dental implant entails?

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Please tell me what happens while getting a dental implant?

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Can you give me suggestions needed on dental implant crowns?

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Dental experts! what type of metal is used in dental implant?

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