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The
implant process is a
three step procedure |
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During the first
surgery, the implants are placed. The surgical specialist makes a
small opening in the gum then a precise hole is slowly and gently
drilled into the bone. The implant is twisted or gently tapped into
position. A temporary cap is placed over the implant and the gum
incision is closed. |
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During the second
surgery, the abutments are attached. The surgical specialist makes a
small incision in the the gum to expose the top of the implant. The
temporary cap is removed and the abutment is twisted into the
implant. |
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On the last step, the
new prosthesis is attached. When the gums have healed around the
abutment, the restorative dentist begins making the prosthesis. He
makes impressions and bite registrations to create a model of the
mouth and makes the prosthesis from this model. When finished, the
prosthesis is attached to the abutment with a screw. |
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Crown |
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Post |
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Titanium
tooth root |
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Natural
tooth root |
The prosthesis is the
artificial crown that is visible above the gumline.
The abutment is the small piece of metal that connects the
prosthesis to the implant.
The implant is the supportive base of the prosthesis that is
anchored in the jawbone. Over time, bone grows into its surface
irregularities (osseointegration), locking the implant in place.
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