Types of Dental Implants
Missing teeth can be very disturbing for both appearance and oral health. However, there are many solutions to fix your smile. One such solution is dental implants. They are very durable and effective in the long run.
They come in various types. Understanding each type will help you find the best dental implant for your specific oral health requirements and procedural preferences.
What are Some Common Types of Dental Implants?
Dental implants come in many different types. Each type is used for specific dental and oral conditions. Let’s take a closer look at some common types and how and when they’re used:
Endosteal Implants
The most common implants are endosteal implants. They’re screw-like or cylinder-shaped structures. Dentists surgically place them directly into the jawbone. They’re typically made of titanium. These implants act as artificial roots and support crowns or other prosthetics following osseointegration. The success rate of endosteal implants is around 90–95% when sufficient bone density is present. However, if the bone density is insufficient, bone grafting (augmentation) is done. This process builds the necessary structure to support the implant.
Subperiosteal Implants
Next, we have subperiosteal implants. Rather than being directly implanted into the bone, they are seated on top of the jawbone, below the gum tissue. Usually, they are used who lack sufficient bone density and wish to avoid bone grafting.
Zygomatic Implants
What happens if there’s a severe upper jawbone loss? Zygomatic implants offer a reliable alternative. They anchor into the denser cheekbone (zygomatic bone). This is another method to avoid bone grafting. It enables immediate prosthesis placement in many cases.
Immediate-Load ("Teeth in a Day") Implants
These implants allow a temporary prosthesis to be placed on the same day as implant surgery. Hence, the name “Teeth in a Day”. It provides patients with immediate dental restoration until a permanent crown is ready.
Full-Arch Solutions: Hybridge
Do you know which implant is best if someone loses an entire row of teeth? Full-arch implant restorations secure an entire row of teeth. One variation is Hybridge dental implants. These implants replace a full arch of your teeth all at once.
Dental Implants Specialists in Newburyport and Peabody
Varinos Dental Associates specializes in dental implants and restorative dental treatments, including full mouth solutions like Hybridge dental implants. Our team can help you choose the right treatment for your particular needs. For more information, please click below to schedule a consultation aat one of our offices.
