Dental Implants: Types and their uses

There are many varieties of dental implants in use today

Endosteal Implants:

• These are the most popular teeth implants currently in use. These implants are placed in cancellous portion of jaw bone. These implants are generally available as 2 piece implants but one piece implants are also getting popular.
• Endosseous implants are not recommended for patients below the age of 16 because of the potential for further growth of the jaws; the implant is ankylosed in the bone, and therefore it will become sub-merged as the jaws grow. There is no absolute upper age limit for endosseous implants.
• These rely on the process of osseointegration (the process of growth of bone around the implant during the healing phase) for healing of the implant.

Subperiosteal Implants:

These variety of implants are placed on the jaw bone beneath the gum tissue. Their use is limited and indicated in cases of deficient jaw bone.

Advantages of Subperiosteal Implants

• Suitable for Patients With Insufficient Jawbone  These dental implants can be used for patients with insufficient jawbone volume who may not be candidates for traditional endosteal dental implants.
• Variety of treatment indications: Subperiosteal implants can be used to replace one or multiple missing teeth or support a full arch restoration or full mouth rehabilitation.

• Stable and Durable: They’re anchored to the jawbone using small posts, providing a stable and durable foundation for replacement teeth.
• No Bone Grafting Required: Subperiosteal implants don’t require bone grafting procedures before placement, making the process quicker and less invasive.

• Customizable: These implants can be custom-made and attached to the patient’s jaw, ensuring a comfortable and natural-looking fit.

Disadvantages of Subperiosteal Implants

While they can be a suitable option for some patients, there are several disadvantages associated with this type of implant:

• Limited use: Subperiosteal implants are not suitable for all patients. They’re typically only used in cases where there’s not enough bone to support the implant. However, even in these cases, not all patients are good candidates for a subperiosteal implant.
• Invasive Surgery: The procedure for a subperiosteal implant is more invasive than other types of implants, such as endosteal implants. This can result in more pain, an increased risk of complications, and a longer recovery time for patients.
• Cost: Subperiosteal implants can be more expensive than other types, as they require more complex surgical procedures and custom fabrication.
• Limited Long-Term Data: While subperiosteal implants have been used for many years, there’s still limited long-term data on their effectiveness and longevity. This means that it may be difficult to predict how well they will perform over time. 

Basal Implants

Basal implants are placed in the basal part of jaw bone ( the portion of jaw bone below the teeth sockets).There use has become popular once on recent past five years. Their main reason of gaining popularity is because they advocate immediate teeth placement over the implants.

Basal implants are used to support single and multiple unit restorations in the upper and lower jaws. They can be placed in the extraction sockets and also in the healed bone. Their structural characteristics allow placement in the bone that is deficient in height and width. Basal implants are the devices of the first choice, whenever (unpredictable) augmentations are not a part of a dental implant treatment plan. The technique of basal implantology solves all problems connected with conventional (crestal) implantology.

Don’t let dental concerns hold you back from a radiant smile. Contact Dr. Garg’s Multispeciality Dental Center now to discuss your dental implant options and receive a personalized quote. Their friendly team is excited to help you embark on your journey to a confident, healthy smile!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Dental Implants