Modern dentistry is rapidly evolving thanks to the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, and today dental treatment can be completely painless. However, there are situations when, despite the dentist's efforts to save a tooth, treatment becomes impossible, and the only solution is implantation.
Dental implantation involves placing a titanium implant (screw) into the bone of the upper or lower jaw, which functions as an artificial tooth root.
Titanium is the best material for implants due to its resistance to oxidation, strength, high biocompatibility with human tissue, and corrosion resistance. Often, the intraosseous part is processed using high-tech equipment to enhance the strength and reliability of the fixation.
Both implant surface treatment methods—acid etching and high-temperature/high-pressure titanium particle blasting—produce similar results by roughening the surface, which helps better integration into the bone tissue. Another effective method involves coating the implant with structural bone proteins to stimulate bone growth.
A structure resembling a prepared tooth—called an abutment—is attached to the screw (implant). The abutment serves as a connector between the dental implant and the prosthetic tooth or other construction placed on top. Abutments can be made of plastic, ceramic, metal, or a combination of materials. The choice of material depends on both the patient’s and dentist’s preferences as well as the type of prosthetic to be used. These factors directly affect both the quality and the cost of the entire structure. Abutments also vary in shape, size, thread diameter, and angle relative to the implant. Naturally, the abutment thread size must match the diameter of the implant it is screwed into.
A metal-ceramic crown is fixed on top of the abutment, made from either noble or base metal alloys, or from aluminum and zirconium oxides. The crown, which is a thin metal cap coated with ceramic glaze, offers excellent performance: it is durable, strong, and has a long service life. Thanks to precise color matching, such crowns closely resemble natural teeth.
Dental implantation in Kremenchuk is a great option for those seeking high-quality dental implants at a reasonable price.