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Frequently Asked Questions

Implants

Date Posted: 12/1/2001

Question
What is the procedure for implant treatment?

Answer
The gum is folded back and the bone drilled to receive the implant. You may have this done in the chair with local anaesthetic or go into the hospital for a general anaesthetic. The implant is generally covered over and left to heal until the implant is osseointegrated. Your oral surgeon or periodontist may also leave the implant uncovered by the gum at this first stage. A second operation may then be needed to uncover the top of the implant. Your dentist or prosthodontist can usually start construction of your crown or a bridge after a month.


More questions in this category:

Implants Introduction
What is a dental implant?
How long does it take?
Is everyone suitable?
What are the advantages of the implant treatment?
What happens if an implant fails?
What is the procedure for implant treatment?
What is the success rate?
Why is implant treatment expensive?
Why dental implants?
Are implants complicated?
How long will an implant last?
What is the cost of an implant?
Are there any limitations?


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