Dental implants are gaining rising attention in China. In some Western countries, around 100‑200 implant procedures are carried out per ten thousand people each year. In 2020, industry research showed about 25 implants per ten thousand people in China, reflecting high recognition of dental implants in developed regions. If you still have questions about dental implants, read on to learn more.
For missing teeth, there are three main restoration options: removable dentures, fixed dentures and dental implants. Compared with the other two treatments, dental implants provide greater comfort, natural appearance and longer service life. Most importantly, they function most similarly to natural teeth. Subject to cost and surgical requirements, implants are a highly desirable solution for missing‑tooth restoration.
Some patients worry about implant success rates. Clinical data shows the success rate of dental implants reaches around 95 % with stable long‑term outcomes. Success is closely related to the dentist's skill, so choosing an experienced clinician is very important.
Although dental implants have many advantages, certain pre‑conditions are required. Implants must be placed into the alveolar bone; insufficient bone volume will compromise implant stability. Common causes of insufficient alveolar bone:
1. Alveolar bone resorption caused by periodontal disease
2. Alveolar‑bone damage from trauma or tooth extraction
3. Bone loss resulting from long‑term missing teeth
A comprehensive pre‑treatment examination is recommended. Your dentist will advise you on the most suitable implant option.
If you have insufficient bone volume but wish to receive dental implants, bone‑augmentation procedures may be considered. Two common approaches:
First, autogenous bone graft. Bone is harvested from another site with adequate bone mass and transplanted to the bone‑deficient area. It delivers good osteogenic performance, yet creates additional surgical trauma and extends operation and recovery time.
Second, artificial bone‑graft material placement. No secondary bone‑harvest surgery is needed, though it is still a surgical procedure. Bone‑remodelling performance varies with different materials. The final treatment plan should be determined based on your dentist's assessment.
Costs of dental implants
Cost depends on location, hospital standard, dentist expertise and implant materials. If you want a pleasant implant‑treatment experience, choose a formal, high‑standard dental clinic. Pujing Dental Clinic strives to deliver an excellent treatment experience. We provide high‑quality, private consultation environments and are dedicated to your oral health.
If you would like to know whether you are a candidate for dental implants, please call us to make an appointment. Let our dentists give you professional advice.
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