Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dental implant?

Made of titanium, the dental implant is a device that copies the dental root and takes up its functions almost completely. It can serve as the basis for a single dental crown or as the support of a prosthetic bridge.

Can the implants be accepted or rejected by the individual?

In general, implants nowadays are well accepted by human organism.  Moreover, titanium alloy has the property of inducing bone growth thus impeding the physiological and pathological atrophy of the maxillary bones.

How long ca an implant last?

If proper oral hygiene is observed, an implant can last as long as a natural tooth. Specialized publications present cases of functionally good implants after 20 years of supporting overdentures. 

Is placing an implant painful?

The surgery is conducted under local anesthesia and is absolutely painless. Even after the end of the anesthetic effect slight pain is rarely reported.

Is there an age limit for placing dental implants?

No. As long as there are no indications of health problems including endocrine or malignant disease suppressing the proper function of the immune system or any other condition contraindicative of surgical interventions.