Zahnersatz und Implantate: Zahnzentrum Lübeck GmbH

What are dental implants ?

Dental Implants and Implantation in Germany. Implant treatment - Information -

We spent a great deal of time and performing implant solutions. Our work is a remarkable procedure that allows the dentist to replace missing teeth with a permanent tooth-like structure called an implant.

	What are dental implants?
	Implants are devices for fixing replacement teeth firmly to the oral tissues (bone and gum).

	How old is dental Implantology?
	Dental implantology goes back to the early Egyptians. Modern oral implantology dates back about 35 years. The newest bone integrated implants have a success rate of over 95%.

	How do the dental profession and insurance companies regard implants?
	Dental implants have achieved wide acceptance. People are seeking alternatives to removable teeth, missing teeth or drilling healthy teeth to replace lost teeth. Long term studies have been conducted by numerous implant academies. Some states make it mandatory for patients' treatment plans to include the option of dental implants.

How Implants Compare With Other Tooth Replacement Therapies

	DENTAL IMPLANTS Implants offer an aesthetic and long-term solution to missing teeth.	DENTURES(FULL & PARTIAL) Traditional dentures may be uncomfortable and difficult to secure in place	CROWN & BRIDGE Crown and bridge restorations involve modifying healthy adjacent teeth.
Treatment Complete In As Little As 2 To 3 Months?	YES If you meet certain criteria, implant restorations may be completed in as little as 2 to 3 months.	YES	YES
Natural-Looking Smile?	YES Implant restorations look and feel like natural teeth.	NO Metal clasps are often necessary to fasten the denture into the mouth.	YES However, in time, gum recession may expose tooth roots, diminishing the aesthetic results.
Long-Lasting Solution?	YES Implants can last a lifetime.	NO Occasional adjustments to the fit of the denture may be necessary.	NO The longevity of crown and bridge restorations can vary, with some cases requiring rework in as little as 7-10 years.
Prevents Bone Loss?	YES Implants help maintain bone volume.	NO Bone loss may occur due to the force of the dentures resting on the gum.	NO Bone can continue to be lost in areas where teeth are missing.
Improves Chewing Ability?	YES Implant restorations can restore and significantly improve chewing ability.	YES However, denture movement may occur during use.	YES Although it may not be permanent, it does improve chewing ability.
Damages Adjacent Teeth?	NO Implant restorations normally do not require modification of healthy surrounding teeth.	YES Surrounding healthy teeth may require a crown or modification to help anchor the denture.	YES Healthy teeth are modified so the bridge can be cemented to them.