Dental implants are used to attach artificial replacement teeth firmly to the bone. Implants can support a single crown, which replaced a lost tooth, or they can serve as anchors for fixed bridges which would replace several missing teeth. Implants can also act as anchors for a removal partial or complete denture.

Strong, durable and natural in appearance, implants are among the most successful dental procedures performed.

Although you have a number of restorative options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as implants. In many cases, dental implants may be the only logical choice for the restoration of all necessary functionality of the teeth and supporting structures.

Reasons for tooth loss would include the following things:

• Tooth decay
• Root canal failure�
• Periodontitis (gum disease)�
• Trauma to the mouth�
• Excessive wear and tear

The two most vital causes of tooth loss worldwide are periodontal disease and dental caries. Periodontal disease refers to inflammation or swelling of the gum tissues and could contribute to tooth loss. This disease is essentially caused by poor oral hygiene. However according to researchers, this disease is directly related to age, sex, inadequate professional dental care, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis etc. Professional dental maintenance as well as a balanced lifestyle as in putting a check on smoking is advisable.

Meanwhile, dental caries is a disease which causes harm to the structure of the teeth and eventually over a period of time could lead to tooth loss. It is most commonly known as dental cavities or tooth decay. It is caused due to the bacteria formation by the synthesis of sugars and plaque resulting in the creation of acid which slowly destroys the teeth and is often characterized by pain and bad breadth.

People who have lost teeth might feel too self-conscious to smile or talk. Addition Additionally, biting irregularities caused by tooth loss can have a negative effect on eating habits and this can lead to secondary health problems like malnutrition. Regardless of the nature of problems related to tooth loss, dental implants may provide a simple remedy with proven results.

Advantages of Implant Dentistry

Dental implants are stronger and more durable than their restorative counterparts (bridges and dentures). Implants offer a permanent solution to tooth loss. Additionally, implants may be used in conjunction with other restorative procedures for maximum effectiveness. For example, a single implant can serve to support a crown replacing a single missing tooth .Implants can also be used to support a dental bridge for the replacement of multiple missing teeth, and can be used with dentures to increase stability and reduce gum tissue irritation.

Procedural advancements, including the development of narrower �mini� implants, mean that more people than ever before are finding themselves candidates for implantation. However, candidacy for implantation still varies, meaning that your dentist may determine that you should opt for an alternative restoration.

Dental Implants can be placed in patients of any age (with fully developed jawbones) provided that they have sufficient quality and quality of bone tissue available. Most healthy individuals that maintain a good oral hygiene program are suitable candidates for dental implants. Circumstances where implants may not be suitable or situations that

have an increased risk of implant failure include:

• Heavy smoking � this slows down and hinders the healing process�
• Excessive alcohol intake � disrupts healing of the gums�
• Periodontal gum disease � all active gum disease must be treated prior to any implant procedure to ensu