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Benefits
of an all-ceramic crown on implant::
When both the tooth and root are damaged, the best
permanent replacement is a dental implant in conjunction
with a ceramic crown. This solution both looks and functions
just like a natural tooth.
In this case, a so-called one-piece implant is used.
This means that all components are installed as a single
unit, resulting in immediately full functioning teeth,
shorter treatment time and minimized pain. |
- Immediately functioning teeth
- Excellent esthetic result
- Life long, stable solution
Treatment:
This procedure normally includes four visits to the
dentist. You should expect to be able to work the day
after having the implant installed
Course of Treatement:
Installing the New Tooth- Step by Step
The course
of treatment described here is one of several options
available. Consult your dentist to find out what the
best solution is for you, given your specific condition. |
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1: Before the
procedure
The dentist makes a first examination and takes one or
more x-rays of the area to prepare for the procedure. |
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2: Installing the implants
The implant is installed. At this time, a temporary tooth
is provided that allows you eat and function like normal
almost immediately. The implant will need a few months
to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is
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3: Attaching the bridge
The final step is the placement of the permanent ceramic
tooth. The new tooth is installed for life. No additional
treatment is needed. |
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4: End result
You should expect the new tooth to fit and function just
like a natural tooth. Do your usual dental hygiene to
keep the tooth and gum around it clean and |
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| Alternatives
to a Fixed Bridge |
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Tooth-supported
fixed bridge
A traditional bridge involves grinding down adjacent teeth
to support the bridge. It is a stable solution with good
esthetics and function that is fairly easy to install.
However, this alternative has two main disadvantages:
continuous bone resorbtion in the edentulous area, and
sacrificing healthy teeth on behalf of the bridge. |
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Removable partial
denture
This is not a permanent alternative to a lost tooth. It
is unstable and loosely attached, which affects both function
and comfort. A removable partial denture is made of plastic
– a material that can't create the same esthetic
result as a ceramic crown. The benefits are few but do
exist: adjacent teeth aren't affected. It is easily and
quickly installed and relatively cheap. |
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Resin-bonded bridge
This alternative has some clear advantages: it is quickly
installed, functions well and, since it is made of ceramic,
it gives a high esthetic result. Moreover, natural healthy
teeth aren't affected. But it is not very permanent. The
resin-bonded bridge will eventually come off – probably
after just a couple of years – and will then have
to be reinstalled. |
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