Everything You Need to Know About Dental Implants

20 January 2025

Modern dentistry offers an effective solution: dental implants. This advanced procedure allows for the complete restoration of a tooth’s functionality and appearance.

What Are Dental Implants and How Do They Work?

Dental implantation is a cutting-edge procedure in modern dentistry where a specialized titanium screw, known as an implant, is inserted into the jawbone. This process relies on the biological principle of osseointegration, which refers to the fusion of the implant with the bone. Titanium, as a biocompatible material, is naturally accepted by the human body as part of its own tissue. This fusion creates a stable foundation for the artificial tooth, making it nearly indistinguishable from a natural one in both appearance and functionality.

A Step-by-Step Overview of the Implantation Process

The implantation process begins with meticulous planning, which includes a comprehensive examination of the patient’s oral cavity using advanced 3D tomography. At Blits Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava Clinic, this phase is conducted with state-of-the-art equipment from Dentsply Sirona, ensuring maximum precision during the planning stage. This includes a detailed assessment of the jawbone, precise determination of the implant’s position, and preparation of a surgical template.

Customization is a critical phase where the type and size of the implant are selected based on the patient’s unique anatomical features. Modern digital technologies allow for pre-planned implant positioning and angulation, ensuring optimal functional and aesthetic results.

The integration period is the longest phase of the process. During this time, the implant is embedded into the jawbone, and osseointegration begins, lasting between 2 to 6 months depending on the patient’s individual characteristics. Although this period may seem lengthy, it is essential to ensure the stability of the implant. Regular monitoring ensures that the healing process proceeds without complications.

Once osseointegration is complete, an abutment—a connector between the implant and the final crown—is placed. Following this, gum shaping begins, and an impression is taken to craft the final crown.

The final stage involves the fabrication and attachment of the crown. This is custom-made to match the patient’s natural teeth in color, shape, and texture. Using modern ceramic materials, we can create crowns that are virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants are the most advanced method for replacing missing teeth, offering numerous benefits:

• Aesthetic Excellence: Modern materials and technologies ensure that the crown replicates the color, shape, and texture of natural teeth, which is especially crucial for front teeth.
• Functional Restoration: Implants fully restore the abilities of lost teeth, enabling patients to eat, speak, and smile confidently without discomfort.
• Preservation of Adjacent Teeth: Implants protect neighboring teeth from overload and potential loosening, a common issue following tooth loss.
• Bone Preservation: After tooth loss, bone tissue begins to atrophy, leading to facial changes over time. By stimulating the bone, implants prevent this process, maintaining facial structure.

Implant Maintenance and Longevity

The lifespan of dental implants largely depends on proper care. While implants are resistant to cavities, oral hygiene is essential for maintaining gum health and preventing peri-implantitis. Daily care includes thorough brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush, using an oral irrigator, and cleaning with special dental floss. Particular attention should be paid to the gum line, where bacterial plaque tends to accumulate.

Regular professional care is also crucial. We recommend visiting your dentist every six months for implant evaluations and professional cleaning. This helps identify and address potential issues at an early stage.

Why Choose Blits Dental?

Blits Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava Clinic stands out for its advanced technology and highly qualified specialists. As a strategic partner of Dentsply Sirona in the South Caucasus, our clinic provides dental implant services using top-quality materials and cutting-edge equipment. Our experienced implantologists utilize the latest digital technologies and surgical templates to ensure precision and predictable outcomes.

The cost of dental implants at our clinic starts at 1,260 GEL, offering an excellent balance between quality and price. This fee includes a premium implant, professional services from skilled implantologists, and postoperative care.

For detailed consultations and appointments, contact us at (+995) 32 222 15 16.

Our experienced specialists will help you select the best solution tailored to your needs.