Dental implants aim to implant new metal implants in the place of damaged teeth as a result of a chronic bacterial infection in the tissues surrounding the tooth.
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Risks of performing the operation
Dental implants are associated with some risks, such as the following:
Infection in the surgical incision.
Bleeding at the site of the operation.
Hypersensitivity to anesthetics.
Loss of sensation and numbness in the mouth.
Sensitivity to heat .
Before the surgery
Here are the procedures to follow before surgery:
Most dental implants are performed under local anesthesia only, and can sometimes be performed under general anesthesia.
A dental imaging examination should be done, and the doctor may order a panoramic image of the teeth to diagnose problems that cannot be seen through a regular examination.
People with blood clotting disorders are required to have blood clotting function tests before the operation; Because they are more likely to bleed.
The doctor gives some antibiotics to people who are more likely to develop endocarditis, such as: people with artificial valves, and those with immunodeficiency.
A series of preliminary tests are performed to create a tooth structure with a color and texture as similar as possible to the original teeth, and in some cases pretreatments are required before dental implants to create a suitable area in the tissues for the implantation of the new teeth.
during operation
A dentist specializing in dental implants and oral and jaw surgery performs the operation under sterile conditions, as follows:
The patient is anesthetized by injecting a local anesthetic into the periodontal area.
Dental implants can be started if the bone is ready to receive the implant. Metal screws are attached to the jawbone.
Reconstruction begins with measurements and the creation of the appropriate set of implants, usually waiting at least 6 weeks for tissue to heal before final dental placement.
Oral and dental daily care - part one
Post surgery
Important things after surgery in the following:
The patient should avoid eating and drinking for two hours after the surgery, that is, until the effect of the anesthesia wears off.
He may feel pain in the area, especially on the first day after the metal implants are implanted. So he can use painkillers as needed.
You must take care of the teeth and clean the mouth regularly, using a soft brush to prevent injury to the periodontal, and other cleaning tools to get the best result of the operation.
The patient must go to the doctor immediately if some symptoms appear, such as: high temperature , severe pain, bleeding, and localized secretions from the mouth.