Vaughan dental implants are often the right choice for seniors who lose teeth as they get older. These are designed to look and act just like your natural teeth. Dental implants are a titanium post that’s capped by an artificial crown or tooth.

Placing the post can take as little as a half an hour or as long as four hours. The implant needs to fuse with the jawbone afterwards for several months. When that’s done, the cap can be placed on top.

Here’s some other things that you should expect from dental implant surgery.

• A thorough exam and consultation. Dentists will need to take x-rays and models of your teeth to get an accurate overview of the situation. They want to make sure your implants match your natural teeth as closely as possible.
• The first step is fixing the implant into your jawbone. There is only a little bit of discomfort. It’s much less than our patients imagine and they return to work the next day. There are a variety of sedation techniques available. Afterwards, you might experience some minor bleeding, bruising and swelling. Most of that can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication.
• A small connector that’s called an abutment is put in place.
• Your artificial teeth are made next. An impression of your mouth is taken and an individual crown or bridge is attached to the abutment. Remember, your new teeth aren’t prone to cavities and decay, but you need to keep your gums healthy. That’s why you’ll need to follow your regular oral hygiene routine.

Here’s a few other tips you can use to keep your dental implants looking great.

Coming in for regular dental visits can spot any small problems before they develop. Examinations every six months are always a good practice. You’ll also need to avoid the same bad habits that got you into trouble with your natural teeth.

Chewing on ice and hard candies can damage an implant. Avoid all kinds of tobacco products. Not only can they stain your new implant, smoking can cause cancer and other disease.

Here’s a final thought. Not all of our patients know dental implants are the only restoration technique that stimulates bone growth. They also preserve the natural bone in your jaw. Get in touch with us today to learn more about Vaughan dental implants. You’ll be glad you did.