5 common ideas about dental implants
After years into the practice, dental implants still have so many common ideas about them. They are painful, they don’t last long, they can fall, they are expensive, they are noticeable, they don’t allow you to properly eat etc…
We are here to discuss 5 of the most common ideas about dental implants and set the record straight for anyone wanting to get a dental implant but stilln worried by these popular belief.
As a reminder, a dental implant is a longlasting solution to replace a missing tooth and to regain a smile back whilst enjoying a chewing comfort.
1- Getting a dental implant is painful
Although everyone may react differently, the significant advances made in dental implantology mean that this procedure is now painless.
Nevertheless, it stays a surgical operation, which can be more frigthening than any preservative care. But be ensured that every procedure is carried out under local anaesthetia to reduce the sensitivity in the treated area. Following the operation, pain relief is prescribed to each patients in case of pain signs.
If you have a phobia of the dentist, other types of support can be provided. In order to manage your anxiety and minimise the fear of pain, we are able to perform the operation under IV sedation.
In addition to the local anaesthetia, this allows you to enter a state of semi-consciousness and well-being during the treatment.
2- You can’t place more than one dental implant at the same time
In order to avoid numerous surgeries, it is strongly advised to place all your dental implants at the same time.
When the situation allows, we recommend carrying out as many surgeries as possible in a single session. This will reduce your treatment time and lead to faster healing as well as shortening and minimising any possible anxiety.
3- You must remain toothless after the extraction
Due to aesthetic and functional concerns, we will never leave you “toothless”. Although an extraction is synonymous with healing time, placing a temporary prosthesis will be included in your treatment plan. This allows you to continue to live normally until the implants heal, and won’t impact your social or professional life.
It’s important to follow the advice given to you before the operation by the dentist on hygiene and how to use the prosthesis.
4- A dental implant is noticeably different to your original teeth
The dental implant is fixed to the jaw bone. Therefore it isn’t visible. Only the ceramic dental crown is visible and this therefore appears natural. In order to make your crowns as natural as possible, you can choose between 2 types of materials : ceramo-metal crown or pure zirconium crown. Discover more about the 5 types of crowns and how to choose yours.
From a chewing point of view, there is no difference between a natural tooth and an implant. Therefore, you’re able to eat everything (again).
Like a natural tooth, poor hygiene may have harmful effects on the gums and jaw bone, damaging your implant. It is therefore essential to have good oral hygiene to increase the implant life span.
5- Getting a dental implant abroad is more risky than in France
Although a fear of the unknown can be daunting, it’s important to consider the facts. Dental tourism is becoming commonplace for a growing number of people who are looking outside of their country for their dental treatment.
The implants used in the EL CEDRO Barcelona clinic are international brands: Gc Aadva, Nobel Biocare, Straumann, Anthogyr and Global D. These are the same brands used in France, Switzerland, Belgium and the entire European Union and are internationally recognized.
Skill is also an important factor to consider when placing an implant. Our medical team is formed of implant specialists. With more than 5,000 implants fitted and 15 years of working experience, Dr Leticia Rodriguez will be able to provide you with a high quality of care.
With our implant brands, medical team expertise and hygiene advice, you can be assured of the longevity of your dental implants.
