Dental implants allow many people to recover the aesthetics and functionality of their mouth, which means an improvement in both their health and well-being in general. The implants allow us to eat, talk, smile and laugh again with confidence and security, which also translates into an increase in our psychological well-being.
Even so, there are still many doubts about the success of dental implants. In this post we wanted to solve one of the most frequent: the factors that influence the success of implants, that is, whether they are integrated into the bone tissue or not, their duration or their correct functionality.
The factors can be endogenous —generated or directly caused by the body itself— or exogenous —factors external to our body—. In any case, they all jointly influence the success of the implant.
- osseointegration: the volume and quality of the bone available to perform the implant determine not only its success, but also whether we can perform the implant or not. Fortunately, advances in implantology treatments, especially immediate loading, allow anticipate lack of bone and, through a reconstruction of the 3D image of the maxilla, perform virtual surgery and place the implants safely and predictably.
- healthy habits: avoiding tobacco and other toxins such as alcohol and following a healthy and healthy diet will help us take care of dental implants. Tobacco in particular influences very negatively in the durability of implants by reducing the defense capacity of the gums against bacterial infection. On the other hand, chewing habits or eating foods with intense coloration, such as wine, tea or spices, or even not maintaining good general health, also affect the implant.
- overall health: Some diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular problems or gum problems - gingivitis or periodontitis - must be evaluated and controlled before performing a dental implant. This does not mean that people who suffer from these diseases cannot get implants, they simply have to consult and follow the instructions of their dentist. This must contact the doctor responsible for the patient to coordinate the protocol to follow, the change of medication and the control of the general state of health, among other variables.
- Oral hygiene habits: correct oral hygiene and regular check-ups with the dentist are essential for the oral health of any person, but in the case of having dental implants it is especially relevant. This does not mean that they require excessive attention, with these 7 simple tips You can take care of and maintain your dental implants in perfect condition.
- The implant material. The quality of the material is a determining factor in the success of the implant. Research into new compounds has made great progress in this area and has provided highly biocompatible materials, such as titanium, which is light and very resistant to chemical alteration thanks to its oxidation layer. In addition, pioneering manufacturers such as Nobel biocare© offer guarantees of compatibility and durability well above average.
- surgical protocols. The latest technologies applied to dentistry have made it possible to plan and execute implantology interventions much more reliably, predictably and safely, with a success rate of up to 98,6%.
- The dentist's experience. As in any specialty, experience and the number of interventions performed are a factor that influences the success of the intervention and the final result of the implants. This is how a dentist with specialized and regulated training in Oral Surgery, with extensive experience and who applies the best technologies and materials in implantology treatments, can have a higher success rate.
In summary, immediate loading implantology is a treatment that is increasingly predictable, safe and with better results. If we take these factors into account and consult with our dentist, there is no reason not to enjoy a beautiful smile and a healthy mouth in perfect condition.