CLINIC

1.- What are implants made of?

Despite the numerous materials that have been used throughout the history of odontology and medicine, titanium is currently the only one considered completely satisfactory. This is due to its great mechanical resistance, its biocompatibility with the human body and its osseointegration with bone tissue (biological union between the titanium and the bone). In addition, it is the material that responds best over time.

2.- Can I have implants put in?

Although age is not a determining factor, implants are not recommended for individuals under 18, because the jawbone has not finished growing. Endentulous patients of advanced age will appreciate the advantages of implants the most.

Another factor to bear in mind is the amount and quality of the patient's jawbone.

3.- Are there any contraindications?

There are a few special situations, although they are not numerous.

• - Serious systemic illnesses, leukemia, etc.
• - Patients under chemotherapy or x-ray therapy, until their treatment is finished.
• - Uncontrolled diabetes.
• - Psychiatric patients.
• - Children or teenagers until they finish their treatment.
• - Patients with osteoporosis who are taking or having taken biphosphonates.
• - Pregnancy.
• - Individuals who smoke 10-15 cigarettes a day.

4.- Does the treatment hurt?

No, it is not painful. Implant treatment requires a small surgery, but the discomfort that may be caused is no more than that caused by tooth extraction.

5.- How long does the treatment last?

The traditional osseointegration period is 3 or 4 months for the jawbone and 4 to 6 months for the maxillary. However, if you have good-quality bone with good stability, what is called "immediate loading" can be performed. That is, the patient leaves with provisional teeth.

6.- Is there any danger of rejection?

In expert hands and due to the osseointegration concept itself, our success rate has been 95%.