The word "implant" means "bread, sowing" in Latin. Dental implants also mean that screws, usually made of titanium, are placed in the jawbone and are firmly held there. These screws replace the tooth root structure and act as root.

The history of the implant dates back to ancient Egyptian and South American civilizations. The major breakthrough in oral implantology was in 1969, when the orthopedic surgeon. It was conducted by the Swedish research group under the direction of Ingvar Branemark. Since then, many steps have been taken regarding the relationship of implants to the biological system and many changes have been made in implant technology.

The use of dental implants preserves the presence of bone in the area of the lost teeth. The bone establishes a firm bond with the implant surfaces, allowing them to function as natural teeth. Biting and chewing functions stimulate bone to prevent bone resorption. In addition, with dental implants, the mouth is restored as close to its natural state as possible without the need to cut adjacent teeth. Therefore, if there is no negative condition for implant construction in the presence of missing teeth, this is the most appropriate application.

Nowadays, ease of application under local anesthesia provides ease of use, more than 30 years of use reported, with advancing technology and bone communication with a short period of 1-1.5 months with appropriate general health status, patients with adequate oral care motivation advanced surgery With the help of techniques and equipment, it has become possible to eliminate almost any kind of tooth deficiency with dental implant applications.

ADVANTAGES OF DENTAL IMPLANTS

1. The appearance, function and feel is very close to the natural tooth.

2. It is much more aesthetic in the long term.

3. Neighboring teeth do not need to be cut.

4. Hygienic, easier to clean than a bridge.

5. Natural biting and chewing function is provided.

4. Bone resorption is inhibited.

5. The integrity of facial structures is maintained.

6. Neighboring natural teeth are not damaged.

7. The malfunction of the removable prosthesis gives a much more functional and aesthetic structure compared to the aesthetics and difficulty of use.

Can each patient be implanted?

Various systemic diseases and improper intraoral structures may interfere with implant applications. Primarily uncontrolled patients with high sugar levels, patients with impaired immune system, patients with osteoporosis and allergic patients are not suitable for this procedure. If the implant is being considered, medical history should be evaluated thoroughly, and after consultations and precautions for the diseases, surgery should be taken.