{"id":2527,"date":"2019-05-11T14:19:49","date_gmt":"2019-05-11T14:19:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/?p=2527"},"modified":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","slug":"terms-to-know-when-youre-considering-dental-implants-in-richardson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/2019\/05\/11\/terms-to-know-when-youre-considering-dental-implants-in-richardson\/","title":{"rendered":"Terms To Know When You\u2019re Considering Dental Implants In Richardson"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_198011173-2-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"3D image of an implant, abutment, and crown \" class=\"wp-image-2528\" width=\"401\" height=\"226\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know an estimated 3 million people in the U.S. have\ndental implants and 500,000 more are placed each year? It\u2019s plain to see that dental\nimplants in Richardson are quite popular and many people have heard about all\nthe benefits they offer. If you\u2019ve been considering this outstanding solution\nto tooth loss, it\u2019s natural to have a few questions about the procedure. But\nwithout knowing what commonly used implant terms mean, it can be hard to\nunderstand how they work. Keep reading for a breakdown of these terms and a\nshort description of the procedure! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Dental Implant Terms <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are several definitions to help you understand dental\nimplants: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Abutment<\/strong>\n\u2013 This is a type of connector that attaches a restoration (either a dental\ncrown, bridge, or denture) to an implant. <\/li><li><strong>Abutment\nTeeth<\/strong> \u2013 These are the existing natural teeth that anchor or support a\nbridge or partial denture. <\/li><li><strong>Implant <\/strong>\u2013\nAn implant itself is a titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth.\nJust like the roots of natural teeth support the rest of the tooth structure,\nan implant supports prosthetic teeth (also called restorations) such as crowns,\nbridges, or dentures. <\/li><li><strong>Osseointegration<\/strong>\n\u2013 This is the process an implant undergoes after it\u2019s been placed in the jaw where\nit integrates, or fuses, with the surrounding jawbone. It usually takes 3-6\nmonths. <\/li><li><strong>Titanium<\/strong>\n\u2013 This lightweight, strong, surgical-grade material is the most common material\nfrom which implants are made. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the Procedure Like? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first part of the process is a consultation to make sure\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental\nimplants in Richardson<\/a> are the best option for you. Then the procedure is\nbroken up into two phases. The first phase is the initial in-office surgery,\nwhich typically takes 1-2 hours per implant and includes the following steps: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The area will be numbed to make sure you stay\ncomfortable. <\/li><li>The implant itself (a small titanium post) will\nbe placed in the jaw and a \u201chealing cap\u201d will be placed over it so you can eat\nand drink normally. <\/li><li>The initial healing phase is around 5-7 days and\na dentist will review the best way to care for the area at your surgical\nappointment. <\/li><li>Then you\u2019ll wait 3-6 months for osseointegration\nto occur. <\/li><li>The second phase is the restoration phase, in\nwhich a custom-made dental crown, bridge, or denture is attached to the implant\nto complete your new tooth (or teeth).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your oral\nhealth. With a better understanding of what these terms mean, you can learn\nmore about the implant procedure and how it can benefit you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Mike\nHamid Mirsepasi<\/a> is one of the few prosthodontists in Richardson and has\nover 20 years of experience in the dental field. As a big believer in\neducation, he makes sure his patients have reliable information about their\ntreatment options so they can make the best decision for their oral health. If\nyou have any questions about implants, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrichardsondentist.com\/contact.html\">website.<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know an estimated 3 million people in the U.S. have dental implants and 500,000 more are placed each year? It\u2019s plain to see that dental implants in Richardson are quite popular and many people have heard about all the benefits they offer. If you\u2019ve been considering this outstanding solution to tooth loss, it\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Terms To Know When You\u2019re Considering Dental Implants In Richardson<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To make the best decision for your smile, it\u2019s helpful to know some of the most frequently used terms about dental implants in Richardson.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/2019\/05\/11\/terms-to-know-when-youre-considering-dental-implants-in-richardson\/\" \/>\n<meta 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