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Dental Implants After Severe Bone Loss

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Dental implants offer a revolutionized method of replacing missing teeth. The replacement is done using a structure that looks like teeth, and it’s called an implant. Dental implants are the best if you want a permanent and lasting replacement of missing or damaged teeth. There is no notable visual or functional difference between natural teeth and dental implants.

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Many people have wondered if it’s possible to have dental implants if they have severe bone loss. Fortunately, you can have dental implants even if you have severe bone loss. However, the dental implant specialist will first check the type of loss you have.

Here are various methods through which a dental implant can be done in case of severe bone loss.

Bone Grafts

Bone graft is an excellent option for replacing missing teeth. This is a procedure in which a dentist uses grafted or synthetic bone to support the area where the dental implant is intended to be done. The added support comes in handy in supporting the dental implant. Despite being a complex procedure, dental implants enhance chewing and speaking and make the jawbone strong. Therefore, you can undergo a dental implant even if you have severe bone loss, thanks to the bone graft method.

Zygomatic Dental Implants

Unlike bone grafts, zygomatic dental implants are simpler. This is another option for anyone who has severe bone loss. In this procedure, the dental implant specialist anchors the dental implants to the zygomatic bone. This procedure takes a shorter time to heal compared to the bone graft. However, zygomatic dental implants are limited to the upper jaw.

Read more: Your Complete Dental Implant Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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