Dental Implants
Dental Implants
What are Dental Implants?
Dental Implants are made up of three different parts:
Dental Implants are made up of three different parts:
The crown that is the replication of the visible part of the tooth.
The abutment which connects the two together.
A dental implant is a fine titanium screw, titanium has been used extensively and successfully in reconstructive surgery for many years as it naturally integrates with bone.
Dental implants are placed in the jaw bone and can be used to support crowns, bridges or dentures. If you only need to replace one tooth, a single dental implant may be suitable. If you have more than one missing teeth, an implant supported bridge may be more suitable compared to multiple single dental implants. If you need to replace a full arch of teeth, an implant-supported denture may be most useful.
What causes plaque and calculus?
Bacteria in your mouth attach to the surfaces of your teeth and grow. If flossing and brushing are not done correctly or efficiently each day, the plaque builds up and calculus deposits will develop over time.
Dr Linc shares his easy tips to prevent plaque and calculus build-up:
Brush twice a day for a minimum of 2 minutes to thoroughly remove any plaque
Floss daily to remove plaque from in between your teeth and under your gum, where your toothbrush can not reach
Limit sugary or starchy foods, especially sticky snacks in between meal times
See a dentist for professional clean – two regular dental visits a year is usually adequate