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Dental implants are one of the most successful methods for missing tooth replacement, offering functional and esthetic properties of natural teeth. Turkey is a popular destination for dental implant placement since the cost of the treatment is lower there than in the UK and the US.
Some of the clinics, such as Suave Clinic in Turkey, really outcompete when it comes to the provision of efficient dental implant brands from the international market and well-experienced surgeons to undertake the process effectively and at affordable prices.
What are Dental Implants?
An implant is made of a small, titanium threaded pin or a screw that is installed in the jawbone surgically in the place of the missing tooth, to act as the missing tooth’s root (invisible part in the bone), which is then loaded by a dental crown to replace the missing tooth’s visible part in the mouth.
A single dental implant for replacing one missing tooth
A single dental implant is one of the best tooth replacement options. To further understand what dental implants you need to know the Single Dental Implant Structure.
- Implant Post / Titanium or Ceramic Screw: the main structure, acts as the Artificial tooth root by directly installing the Titanium Post or screw into the jaw bones.
- Abutment: A part that is screwed onto the implant post and onto which the crown is thereafter cemented.
- Dental Crown: One fixed in place of the missing tooth in the edentulous site, and it is made in a manner that is similar to the natural tooth, through which it also functions.
The dental implant procedure starts with the implant post placement with titanium dental implants. Then we wait for 3 to 6 months for the osseointegration. After that, an abutment is placed, and then the dental crown or cap is also placed on it. It is prepared in a form that would harmonize with the natural dentition as far as color and contour or shape are concerned.
Types of Dental Implants
The following are types of dental implants that are often used in practice, depending on the patient’s needs. There are many more differences in the dental implant, but here are the most important ones;
Types of Dental Implants: according to the number of missing teeth
1. A Single Dental Implant
A single dental implant, or one-unit implant, is one titanium screw implanted inside the alveolar bone on the site of the missing tooth, then a dental crown is attached and fixed to that screw, whether an Emax or a zirconia crown.
2. Implant-supported Bridge
When more than one tooth is missing, we need multiple dental implants that hold a multiple-unit dental bridge.
These multiple implants are distributed in the missing part to improve the chewing function of the artificial teeth, minimize jawbone resorption after teeth extraction, and mimic the missing teeth’s shape, contour, strength, and functions.
3. Implant-supported Dentures (All-on-4 or All-On-6 Dental Implants)
All-on-4 or All-on-6 is a full-mouth implant restoration that is suitable for patients who have lost all their teeth (edentulous) or most of them. The number of implants used in full mouth reconstruction with dental implants varies according to the remaining bone health state.
We use the All-on-x system, where x refers to the number of implants (2, 4, 6, 8) used to restore the missing teeth with a secure and permanent solution (reinforced denture, or full-mouth crown restoration) that can replace conventional removable dentures with implant-supported overdentures and hybrid dentures.
Types of Dental Implants: according to the placement method
1. Endosteal Implants (Within The Bone):
An endosteal implant is one of the most common techniques used daily in a dental implant clinic. The implant comes from the manufacturer with the drills, the drilling handpiece, and other instruments. The implant post is surgically placed inside the bone of the jaw after drilling the bone with a same-size drill and screw the implant with an implant screwdriver. These implants are usually in the screw, cylinder, or blade design for better osteointegration and possess the capacity to support one or more prosthetic teeth.
2. Subperiosteal Implants (On The Bone)
There are subperiosteal implants that are fixed directly on the jaws, but they are a little below the surface of the gums. Screw-like posts of titanium penetrate through the gum to attach to the prosthetic teeth, which can be of metal or ceramic.
This implant is most often recommended for those patients who are unable to use regular dentures and, at the same time, have insufficient bone density to support the endosteal one.
3. Zygomatic Implants (Anchored In the Cheekbone)
Zygomatic Implants (placed on the lateral aspect of the anterior maxilla and supported by cheekbones). They are used instead of mash obturators, sinus lift surgery, or ridge augmentation with bone graft and membrane, where bone volume is deficient in the upper jaw to accommodate dental implants.
Unlike maxillary sinus augmentation, no implant needs to be screwed into the jaw, but instead, implants are positioned on the zygomatic bone, also called the cheekbone. These provide strong support for the prosthetic teeth, especially in the upper jaw, in case of severe bone loss.
Types of Dental Implants: according to the Implant size
1. Mini Implants (Narrower In Diameter)
Mini Implants: thinner in diameter (from 1.8 mm to 3.3 mm in diameter) than the standard implants. Mini implants can therefore be described as being of a miniature nature as compared to conventional implant fixtures. They are preferred by elderly patients, patients with low bone density, insufficient alveolar bone around the implant screw, or patients who need dentures.
Mini-implants are usually used for lower implant-supported dentures to avoid surgeries like ridge augmentation; it is a safer and faster replacement option, especially for medically-compromised patients.
2. Regular Implants (Standard)
They are everyday implants used in the clinic; they vary in length according to the case’s need. They range from 3.5 mm to 4.2 mm in diameter. These are standard and typically placed toward the front of the mouth.
While wide-platform variants, ranging from 4.5 mm to 6 mm, are usually placed in the back of the mouth for molars.
Types of Dental Implants: according to the Implant material
1. Titanium dental implants (Standard)
The long-standing industry standard. Titanium is highly durable, lightweight, and exceptionally biocompatible, meaning the human body does not reject it and bone fuses to it easily. Also, Titanium dental implants show a high success rate throughout decades of use, with strong osteointegration and adaptation with the jawbone. Titanium is still the most affordable dental implant material when compared to zirconia.
2. Ceramic dental implants
Zirconia and ceramic dental implants are the evolution of dental implants in cosmetic dentistry. As these implants are tooth-colored (white), they can offer an aesthetic advantage for patients with thin, translucent gums who might worry about a grey tint showing through. You can check all the differences between zirconia dental implants an titanuim ones.
How do you know when you need a dental implant?
Here are 9 signs you might need a dental implant if you notice any of them:
- Missing Teeth: Gaps between two teeth and the adverse shift in the density of the bone of the face.
- Loose, Cracked, or Broken Teeth: May need extraction and replacement, thus calling for replacement.
- Severe Decay: In some situations, where an individual has broken teeth or teeth that are too decayed, they are extracted and substituted with an implant.
- Uncomfortable Dentures: If they slide or cause some form of discomfort, they are readily replaced.
- Advanced Gum Disease (Periodontitis): Leading to loss of teeth.
- Loose Dental Bridges: This could be an indication of a need for dental implants.
- Sunken Face: One of the consequences of the loss of dental bones that support teeth.
- Difficulty Chewing: Dental implants assist in the correct chewing action to be accomplished.
- Speech Issues: Some dental problems, which include cases where the teeth are missing or incorrectly aligned in the mouth, can cause distortions in the pronunciation of words.
Benefits of Dental implant
- Durability: It can last for several years, and in most cases, it can last an individual’s lifetime if well maintained.
- Natural Appearance: Appears and feels as if it is real teeth.
- Improved Functionality: It brings back normal chewing capacity compared to other dental treatments.
- Bone Preservation: Influences the maintenance of the jawbone density.
Risks of Dental implant
- Infection: Capacities that may be identified at the implant location.
- Implant Failure: This may be as a result of poor osseointegration or as a result of excessive stress being placed on the implant.
- Nerve Damage: This may occur during surgery, and it may result in numbness or pain being felt by the affected part.
- Sinus Issues: In upper jaw implants, the implants can be placed close to the sinus cavities if not done by an expert Dentist.
Dental Implant Procedures at Suave Clinic
Free Treatment Planning Consultation
- At Suave Dental Clinic, you will undergo a diagnostic analysis with completely free X-rays and 3D Analysis to see the condition of your jawbone and your teeth, then receive a tailored, detailed treatment plan specific to you.
Dental Implantation Surgery
- After the agreement on your treatment plan, the dentist will proceed with the dental implant placement, which is usually made of titanium and is inserted into your jawbone, where it will act like a root for the new artificial tooth that is being replaced.
- In some cases, where they have weak bones, they might need a bone graft and a membrane to enhance the bone density and stabilize the implant. Also, some cases might need a sinus lift. Those conditions and many others are discussed and explained during our free dental treatment consultation.
Temporary Prosthesis Placement
- After the dental implant surgery, the implantologist usually takes an impression of your teeth to make a temporary denture and gives it to you to use as artificial teeth during the healing process.
- This temporary prosthesis is usually made of acrylic, and it’s either a removable or a fixed denture, depending on the case.
Osseointegration
- Within the next couple of months, the implant bonds with the jawbone; this process is known as osseointegration and helps to anchor the artificial tooth firmly. This process usually takes from 3 to 6 months, depending on the patient’s case.
Removable Artificial Teeth
- After the osseointegration process, you come back to the clinic and the dentist removes the artificial teeth and takes an impression of your teeth to prepare for the permanent teeth.
Placing the Abutment
- After the removal of the artificial teeth, an abutment is put on the implant. This small connector also holds the new tooth in its position.
Fixed Artificial Tooth (Dental Crown Placement)
- The last stage is to install a permanent dental prosthetic, which is a dental crown, bridge, or even a full denture, depending on the patient’s needs.
- Usually, dental crowns are made of any type of ceramic material, like zirconium or porcelain. It only takes one session to be replaced.
How Many Days Does It Take For A Dental Implant To Heal?
Usually, the healing period after the dental implant surgery is divided into two periods:
- Tissue healing: the tissue and swollen face usually take up to 14 days to feel normal. During that period, you should be careful with eating anything.
- Bone healing: as mentioned before in the Osseointegration, it takes up to 6 months for the bone to completely heal and merge with the implant.
For more details about the healing process and aftercare, you can read Dental Implant Aftercare
Dental implants cost in Turkey
Dental Implant varies based on different factors:
- The implant type (zirconia dental implants are much more expensive)
- The implant brand, see all the best dental implant brands in Suave Clinic
- The Number of Implants to replace the missing teeth.
- The additional treatments and services you have with the implant (Ex, Single tooth extraction, consultation, surgeries, and the dental crown)
Based on those factors, the price varies a lot. For example, according to Forbes Health in the USA, a single-tooth dental implant with abutment and crown, the price ranges from 3100$ to 5800$.
Also, according to Bupa UK in the UK, the single tooth dental implant price starts at 2400£ equals 3100$, Similar to the USA Price.
Still, in some countries, they can offer an affordable price and high-quality service for the dental implant. Turkey comes at the top of those countries in terms of the quality and professionalism of the treatment, in addition to the amazing tourism experience. So the question is:
How much do dental implants cost in Turkey?
The cost of dental implants can vary based on the brand the dentist is using or the type of dental implant. However, the dental implant prices in Istanbul, Turkey, start at 600$ for the single tooth dental implant with a dental crown and abutment.
Dental Implant at Suave Clinic
The dental implant procedure at Suave Clinic is divided into 2 to 3 visits:
- The first visit will be for the dental implant surgery, and it takes from 3 to 5 days, depending on the details of your treatment plan.
- The second visit (after 3 to 6 months) will be for the dental crowns, and it takes from 4 to 6 days.
- The Third visit (conditional): In some cases, if they have a very weak bone and face structure, they might need open sinus lifting surgery, which takes like 2 days for the procedure and up to 3 months as a healing period before the dental implant surgery.
During those visits, the patient goes through the dental implant procedure mentioned in the above section, starting from the treatment plan to the dental crown placement stages.
In addition to the dental implant procedure, we provide Free additional services for Dental implant packages, including:
- Local Anesthesia
- Free Panoramic X-Ray
- Free Teeth Extractions
- Private Language Assistant
- Free Transportation Airport-Hotel-Clinic-Airport
- Lifetime Guarantee provided with Dental Implants.
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Dental Implants FAQs
How Long Does A Dental Implant Last?
You can immediately eat after Dental bonding because the curing step via the light-cure appliance secures instant hardening and retention of the dental bonding to the tooth structure.
Which Type Of Dental Implant Materials is Best?
Titanium systems are considered to be the best seen because they have high functionality and high durability, and they integrate well with the bone (osseointegration).
There are also zirconia implants for patients who are allergic to metals, but the most common one is titanium
What Is The Best Age For Dental Implants?
Implant dentures should be put in after the age of 18 since the bones of the jaw reach their mature size at this age. This ensures that the positioning of the implant is well anchored in the right bones of the body.
What Is The Failure Rate Of Implants? Are Dental Implants Safe?
The attrition with dental implants is relatively low, being 5-10% over a decade or 10 years.
It must be noted that success rates will depend on the state of the patient’s general health as well as the quality of the bone and the level of expertise of the dentist.
Regarding the question of whether dental implants are safe in Turkey. Simply, the answer is that Dental implants are very safe, and the only time that they cause a lot of trouble is when an incompetent practitioner has conducted them. However, at Suave Clinic, we have a highly professional implantologist that completed more than 10000 implant surgeries with a success rate of more than 97%
Also, regarding the surgery side effects, as with any other surgery, there are some side effects; however, the side effects are almost negligible, and an average patient will not develop such effects.
What Is the Biggest Reason Implants Fail?
The major cause that leads to implant failure is a lack of osseointegration, which simply implies that the implant fails to integrate with the jawbone securely. The other causes may include infection, incorrect positioning of the implant, inadequate bone mass, or overloading of the implant. However, those are not common side effects.
What Are The 3 Types Of Dental Implants?
The three main types of dental implants are:
1-Endosteal Implants.
2-Subperiosteal Implants.
3-Zygomatic Implants.
Further Details were mentioned in the Dental Implant Types Section above
Is A Teeth Implant Painful?
The implant procedure, in most cases, does not cause any discomfort as the process is under local anesthesia. While there might be a certain amount of discomfort and soreness along the recovery process, you can deal with such feelings through the use of over-the-counter medications. In most of the cases, pain will go away in 2 weeks. By far most patients say that the pain perceived is still lower than predicted would be the case.
