Dental Implant

Dental implant is suitable for patients if they

• Have one or more missing teeth
• Have a jawbone which has reached full growth
• Have an adequate bone to secure the implant
• Are in good health condition and have no condition to affect the bone from healing
• Are unable or unwilling to wear dentures
• Want to improve their speech

Before the treatment the patients will have to go through some processes like

Comprehensive Dental Exam – dental X-rays will be taken and models of the teeth and mouth will be made

Treatment Plan – depending on the situation factors like how many teeth needed and the condition of the jawbone, a treatment plan will be made. Planning will need a variety of dental specialists including a dentist, oral and maxillofacial surgeon who is specialized in conditions of the mouth, jaw and face and periodontist who is a dentist, working on the structures that support the teeth.

Dental implant treatment is performed on an outpatient basis and in stages

1. The damaged tooth is removed
2. Jawbone is prepared for the treatment– may involve bone grafting
3. Once jawbone has healed the oral surgeon will place a dental implant metal post into the jawbone
4. Patient will go through a healing process which can take a few weeks
5. The oral surgeon will place the abutment – an extension of the implant metal post and then followed by the crown

This process can take a month or 2 months from start to end and maybe longer depending on the extent of treatment.

If the jawbone is not thick enough then bone grafting may be needed before the implant treatment. Bone graft can create a solid base for the implant. During bone grafting a piece of bone is removed from another part of the jaw or the body and transplanted to the jawbone.

During the treatment, in order to place the dental implant, the surgeon will make a cut to open the gum and expose the bone. Holes will be drilled into the bone where the dental implant metal post is going to be placed. Once the metal implant post is placed in the jawbone osseointegration will begin. This is the process where the jawbone grows into and becomes united with the surface of the dental implant. This process can take up to six months and this will provide a solid base for the new artificial tooth like roots. Once osseointegration is complete additional treatment may be needed to place the abutment. This minor treatment is done with local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. To place the abutment

• The oral surgeon will reopen the gum to expose the dental implant
• The abutment will be attached to the dental implant
• The gum tissue is then closed around but not over the abutment

Once the abutment is placed the gums have to heal for a week or 2 weeks before the artificial tooth can be attached. The dental specialist and patient can pick from two types of artificial teeth to use

Removable Implant Prosthesis – similar to conventional removable denture, it contains artificial white teeth surrounded by a pink plastic gum. It is mounted on a metal frame, which is attached to the implant abutment and snaps securely into place. It is easily removed for repair or cleaning.

Fixed Implant Prosthesis – the artificial tooth is permanently screwed or cemented onto an individual implant abutment. The tooth cannot be removed for cleaning or during sleep. Each crown is attached to its own dental implant.

• Patients must avoid alcohol and tobacco products 2 days before the treatment

• Patients may be prescribed antibiotics and other medication 24 hours before the treatment

• Patients must stop using any medication a day before the treatment

• After the treatment patients will need to eat soft foods allowing the surgical site to heal up to 10 days

• If dissolvable stitches are not used then they will be removed within 10 days after the treatment

• Patients can make cold compress if there is any swelling or pain

• After the treatment there can be swelling of the gums, bruising of the skin, pain at the implant site and minor bleeding which are all normal

Like any other treatments dental implant treatment has some risks too like

• Infection
• Injury or damage to the surrounding structure
• Nerve damage
• Numbness in the gum, lip or chin
• Sinus problems
• Reaction to anesthesia

Bone grafting – surgical procedure to replace or strengthen a bone

The patient is free. They can enjoy their time in Turkey

The patient will attend an appointment to the dentist where the jawbone will be prepared for the implant. Depending on the situation the process may involve bone grafting. If grafting is performed then the patient will need to wait between 1 to 2 months for the process to carry on. During the healing time the patient can return to their destination or stay in Turkey and have a holiday.

Once the jawbone has healed the surgeon will place a dental implant metal post into the jawbone. An additional 2 weeks is needed for the healing.

The patient will attend an appointment where the dentist will place an abutment, which is an extension of the implant metal post that is then followed by the placement of the crown. The patient will be advised with medication and instructed about caring for the implants. Once the treatment is over the patient is ready to return to their destination, or if they want they can enjoy their time in Turkey.

• Trip schedule may vary. medicTurkey patient relations will provide you a detailed trip schedule before the travel.

• For details on accommodation, transportation and other services, please check the SERVICES page.

Dental implant treatment is performed on an outpatient basis. Firstly the damaged tooth is removed, and then the jawbone is prepared for the treatment – may involve bone grafting and once jawbone has healed the oral surgeon will place a dental implant metal post into the jawbone. Then the patient will go through a healing process which can take a few weeks. Finally the oral surgeon will place the abutment, which is an extension of the implant metal post that is then followed by the crown.

The duration of the treatment depends on the type of treatment performed.

The treatment is available for both men and women who have finished teeth growth and are healthy mentally and physically.

There are no restrictions with dental implant treatment, patients can return to work when they feel ready.

The recommended stay in Turkey for Dental Implant is around 2 months including consultation before and after the treatment.  During a dental implant treatment, the patient is able to travel back and forth between the treatments.

Like any other treatment dental implant treatment has some risks too like

• Infection
• Injury or damage to the surrounding structure
• Nerve damage
• Numbness in the gum, lip or chin
• Sinus problems
• Reaction to anesthesia