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Are you too old for Dental Implants?

As people get older their body and its organs get older and weaker. Poor oral hygiene translates to fallen or loose teeth or completely decayed teeth. Often aged people with less number of teeth or no teeth withdraw themselves from society. The absence of food prevents them from eating, chewing and masticating properly. This leads to ailments associated with poor nutrition. Is there an age limit for undergoing Dental Implants ? Absolutely not. Any aged person can get dental implants. Even an 85-year-old person can undergo Dental Implantation procedure. The Implant system can vary from person to person. Visit Expert Dental Care for the best advice on Dental Implants in Chennai . For More Information visit us at https://expertdental.in/ Contact us +91-99415-11444 Mail us at expertdentalcare@gmail.com

Why do Dental Implants fail in Diabetic patients?

Diabetes is a chronic disease, which is one of the most common diseases in India. But can diabetes affect the function and life of a Dental Implant ? Yes, it does. Let's see how Failure of dental implants is the only outcome for all diabetic patients is a myth. Dental Implants do not fail in patients with controlled diabetes. People with controlled diabetes have almost the same implant success rate as a non-diabetic patient. But it's not the same case for people with uncontrolled diabetes. Chronic hyperglycemia or uncontrolled diabetes can cause dry mouth and increased glucose levels in saliva, which can cause increased chances of dental caries. These factors contribute to the risk of bacterial infection. Moreover, people with uncontrolled diabetes have lowered healing capacity due to high glucose levels. The success of a Dental Implant depends upon the healing or fusion of the implant with the bone, which is lost in people with uncontrolled diabetes. Visit Expert Denta...

What are All-on-4 Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are a procedure where an Implant is drilled, fixed, and allowed to heal in the jaw bone and over which a crown is fixed. But is it possible to fix an entire set of teeth with just 4 implants? All-on-4 Implants does just that. All-on-4 Implants are a graft less treatment solution to consider when almost all of one's teeth are lost. All-on-4 Dental Implants are cheaper to install than conventional implants since only 4 Implants are required. The procedure is quicker too. It has a high success rate since it eliminates the need for a bone graft. For More Information visit us at https://expertdental.in/ Contact us +91-99415-11444 Mail us at expertdentalcare@gmail.com

How to care for your newly fixed Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are the best solution to restore your smile after an episode of one or more tooth loss. An important factor that determines the success of your implant is its osseointegration. Osseointegration is the process of the implant fusing with the jaw bone. Osseointegration is dependent on the post-op care given by the patient. 10 Post-op care tips for a newly fixed implant: 1. Bleeding usually occurs after a Dental Implant. To control the bleeding, take a few damp pieces of gauze and bite it down for 3-5 minutes. Repeat if necessary. 2. Use cold packs to manage the swelling. 3. Avoid hard nutty foods and switch over to soft foods for the first few days. 4. Avoid chewing over the surgical site. Always chew food in the non-surgical site of your mouth. 5. Quit smoking. 6. Take Antibiotics and Painkillers as advised by your dentist. 7. Brush gently for 2-4 weeks with a soft bristled toothbrush. 8. Maintain optimal Oral hygiene by brushing, flossing and using anti-bacte...