A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the bone of the jaw or skull to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture, facial prosthesis or to act as an orthodontic anchor.
At Ideal Dental Clinic, we encourage everyone to get at least one check-up every year to consider whether such a procedure is needed or not. To schedule an appointment contact our clinic in New Cairo.
As the other answers describe, you should have minimal to no pain. However, people who undergo the procedure often say that having a tooth removed is more painful. A dental implant requires that your dentist make incisions in your gums. You will receive local anesthesia to numb your mouth during the procedure.
The short answer is that dental implants can last a lifetime. Here's the long answer. Anyone who has had to have a crown or a bridge replaced or dentures re-fitted knows that not all dental restorations last forever. Many dentists conservatively estimate that implants will last about 25 years.
It generally takes about an hour to place a single implant. If you're getting multiple implants, the time for your surgery may take longer. Once your dental implant has been placed, it will take about 4-6 months to heal. During this time, the bone fuses around your new implant.
If you are getting a local anesthesia, only the immediate area getting surgery will be affected and you should be able to drive yourself home. The dental office can inform you about the procedure, the types of anesthesia used, caring for your mouth after surgery, and whether it will be safe to drive afterwards.
Immediately after the surgery and for a few days you will likely experience some discomfort. After all, this is a major dental procedure. However, any pain should be manageable. You may also experience bruising of the skin and gums, pain at the implant site, and minor bleeding.
