Are Dental Implants Painful?
Dental implants play a vital role in tooth replacement for many patients who visit Drs. Abhishek Apratim and Sam Gupta of Dentistry at LaSalle. It continues to be considered the “gold standard” in tooth replacement, offering a lifetime repair that requires minimal care and attention compared to other tooth replacement options, like fixed dental bridges and dentures.
Our team in Aldershot, Ontario, is pleased to offer permanent tooth replacement with dental implants and field questions about implants that come from patients. This includes, “Are dental implants painful?” or “How do dental implants work?” Our team is here to answer your questions and talk to you about what you might expect from the dental implant procedure.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are used for tooth root replacement. The implant is a small titanium or zirconium post that Drs. Abhishek Apratim and Sam Gupta will place in the bone of the jaw. The implant placement works by stimulating the formation of bone around it in a process known as osseointegration. Osseointegration allows the implant to solidify into the jawbone for a stable foundation. Once this has occurred, the implant is safely in place and can be restored over the top using a restoration.
How are dental implants restored?
The restoration used over the abutment of the dental implant varies depending on the patient’s situation. A dental crown is made and placed over the implant to replace a single tooth. Dental implants may be used on one or both sides of a dental bridge to offer support. For patients considering full dentures to replace the entire arch of teeth, dental implants may be used along the dental arch to hold a full denture in place. This process is known as “implant-retained dentures” and is a popular choice for many patients facing complete tooth loss or extraction.
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Is the placement of dental implants painful?
The procedure of placing dental implants can cause pain, which is why we use proper sedation for patients and pair it with local anesthetics to ensure comfort from start to finish. There may be some discomfort after the procedure as the area heals, but most patients are able to manage this using over-the-counter pain medications. As the area heals, our team is then able to see patients to talk to them about restoration options.
Request an appointment at Dentistry at LaSalle to learn more about permanent tooth replacement using dental implants!
Drs. Abhishek Apratim and Sam Gupta of Dentistry at LaSalle offer Aldershot, Ontario area patients solutions to improve their smiles, including solutions for tooth replacement. If you are missing one or more teeth and are considering the benefits of using dental implants, we invite you to call our practice to discuss your options.
Our team is located at 18 Plains Road West, Unit #1 in Aldershot, ON, and can be reached by telephone to request an appointment at (905) 481-9078.
The office is proud to serve patients in the surrounding areas of Oakville, Milton, Grimsby, and Burlington, Ontario.
