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Dental Implants

Name: Dental Implants
Creator: Dore Medical Editorial Board
Published: 2026-05-11

Permanent, natural-looking, and long-lasting artificial teeth placed on titanium roots anchored into your jawbone to replace missing teeth. Personalized planning from single tooth loss to full arch restoration.

Medically reviewed. Last updated: May 18, 2026.

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What Is Dental Implant Treatment?

Dental implant treatment is a fixed and functional solution for missing teeth, using artificial tooth roots placed into the jawbone. With proper planning, both aesthetic appearance and chewing function can be restored. Whether you have a single missing tooth, multiple tooth loss, or more advanced cases, different implant solutions can be evaluated. This way, both aesthetic appearance and daily comfort can be regained.

Who is a candidate for dental implants?

Implant treatment may be suitable for many patients who have good overall health, adequate jawbone to support an implant, and are experiencing missing tooth problems. A definitive assessment is made after examination and imaging.

Can dental implants be used for all missing teeth?

They can be used in many cases. However, the treatment plan may vary depending on bone level, gum health, systemic conditions, and the location of the missing tooth. In some situations, additional procedures may be required.

Do dental implants look natural?

With proper planning and appropriate prosthetic design, implant-supported teeth can provide results very close to natural teeth in both aesthetics and function.

Treatment Process

Alternative Treatments

Dental implant treatment is considered the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. Without damaging adjacent teeth, it transmits force directly to the jawbone, preventing bone loss and providing the closest function to a natural tooth. However, implants may not be suitable in some cases, or the patient may prefer a different treatment. Below you can find the real alternatives to implants and in which situations each option can be considered.

Dental Bridge (Fixed Partial Denture)

A dental bridge is a fixed solution created by reducing the healthy teeth on both sides of the missing tooth and placing connected crowns on top of them. The middle section that closes the gap rests on the crowns on both sides, providing chewing function. Bridge treatment continues to be used today and remains a valid option in certain cases. Advantages:

No surgical procedure required. There is no healing period like with implants.
Usually completed in two sessions. Treatment time is short.
Initial cost is more affordable compared to implants.
Provides an alternative for patients whose bone structure is not suitable for implants.

Disadvantages:

Adjacent teeth must be reduced (prepared). This intervention on healthy teeth is irreversible.
Because no force is transmitted to the jawbone under the gap, bone loss continues over time.
The teeth supporting the bridge can develop decay, root problems, or abutment failure over the years. In this case, both the bridge and the underlying teeth may be lost.
The lifespan of a bridge depends on the health of the supporting teeth and the patient's hygiene. It is generally shorter than an implant.

A dental bridge can be considered especially if the teeth on both sides of the missing tooth already need crowns (large fillings, old crowns, significant discoloration). In this case, the teeth that already need to be reduced do not create an additional loss for the bridge.

Removable Denture (Removable Partial Denture)

Removable dentures are artificial tooth solutions with an acrylic or metal framework that can be inserted and removed by the patient. There are two main types: complete dentures (false teeth) used in cases of total tooth loss, and partial dentures used when some teeth are missing. Advantages:

No surgical procedure required.
The most affordable treatment option.
Can be applied in cases of insufficient bone, advanced systemic disease, or conditions unsuitable for surgery.
Can replace multiple missing teeth at once with a single appliance.

Disadvantages:

Because it is not fixed, it can shift while speaking or eating. Retention problems are especially common in the lower jaw.
Chewing force is far below that of natural teeth. Hard and sticky foods are difficult to consume.
Over the long term, loss develops in the gum tissue and bone underneath.
The patient's adjustment period can be long. The feeling of a foreign object in the mouth is uncomfortable in the first weeks.
Must be removed daily for cleaning, and a separate care routine must be followed.

Removable dentures are a valuable option for patients whose bone structure is not suitable for implants, whose general health does not allow surgical procedures, or for whom implant treatment is not possible. They can also be used as a temporary solution before transitioning to implant treatment.

Implant-Supported Removable Denture (Intermediate Solution)

This is an intermediate solution developed to solve the shifting problem of removable dentures in completely edentulous patients. A denture with special attachments is mounted on two or four implants placed in the jaw. This way, the denture does not shift, but the patient can remove it for cleaning when desired. This solution is much more comfortable than a classic removable denture, and more economical than fully fixed implant solutions like All-on-4 or All-on-6. It is an important option for patients seeking an intermediate solution in complete tooth loss situations.

Not Treating the Gap

Some patients choose not to replace the missing tooth. This is especially a decision made in the case of a single missing tooth in the back area, with the thinking "it's not visible anyway, I can still chew." However, we need to share a clear fact here: not replacing a missing tooth causes serious long-term damage to oral health. Changes that occur over time include:

Adjacent teeth shift toward the gap. This leads to crowding and bite problems.
The tooth in the opposing jaw grows longer (super-eruption). The tooth that grows toward the gap eventually loses its own root support.
The jawbone erodes. The bone under the missing tooth decreases significantly over the years because it loses function.
The chewing system is disrupted. The patient unconsciously starts using the other side more, which can lead to jaw joint problems.
Treatment becomes more difficult in the future. When treatment is requested years later, orthodontic correction, bone grafting, and a more complex implant process may all be needed.

For this reason, replacing a missing tooth is not an aesthetic preference, it is an oral health decision. Which treatment option will be applied is evaluated together with the patient. What is important is that the gap should not be left untreated for a long time.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

The choice between implants, bridges, and removable dentures is made according to the size of the edentulous area, the condition of the jawbone, the health of adjacent teeth, your general health status, and your expectations. Each method has its own advantages and limitations. At Doredent, during the initial examination, the condition of the edentulous area is examined with a panoramic X-ray and clinical evaluation. Appropriate treatment options are clearly presented, and the right plan for you is determined together.

Risks and Complications

Dental implant treatment is one of the most reliable procedures in modern dentistry, with one of the highest success rates. Current systematic reviews show that properly planned implant treatments have a long-term success rate between 95% and 98%. However, as with any surgical procedure, there are some potential risks and side effects you should be aware of. The vast majority of these can be minimized through proper planning, appropriate patient selection, and following post-treatment instructions. Below you'll find the main risks and side effects that can occur with implant treatment.

😬 Post-Surgical Pain, Swelling and Bruising

After implant placement, you may experience mild pain, swelling and occasionally bruising in the treatment area during the first few days. This is your body's natural response to surgical intervention and typically subsides within 3 to 7 days. It can be easily managed with the pain medication your dentist prescribes and cold compress application.

🦠 Risk of Infection

As with any surgical procedure, there is a risk of infection with implant surgery. However, this risk is quite low when sterile clinic conditions, appropriate antibiotic protocols, and patient compliance with post-surgical hygiene instructions are maintained. When infection symptoms are noticed early, they can be treated successfully.

❌ Osseointegration Failure

In rare cases, the process of the implant fusing with the jawbone (osseointegration) may fail. In this situation, the implant cannot remain stable within the bone and must be removed. After a certain healing period, a new implant can be placed in the same area.

🔥 Peri-Implantitis (Inflammation Around Implant)

This is an inflammatory condition that can develop over the years in the gum tissue and bone surrounding the implant. Poor oral hygiene, smoking, and uncontrolled diabetes increase the risk of peri-implantitis. When detected early, it can be treated. In advanced cases, it can lead to implant loss. Regular check-ups and good hygiene habits minimize this risk.

⚕️ Proximity to Anatomical Structures

When placing implants in areas close to nerves in the lower jaw or sinus cavities in the upper jaw, complications such as nerve damage or sinus perforation can rarely occur. This risk is minimized through proper radiological planning, three-dimensional tomography imaging when necessary, and appropriate implant length and diameter selection.

👑 Prosthetic Component Issues

The crown or prosthesis placed on top of the implant may become loose, break, or wear down over time. These issues are generally related to the prosthetic component itself rather than the implant. In most cases, they can be resolved by renewing or repairing the prosthesis without requiring implant removal.

Risk-Increasing Factors

Certain conditions can increase the risk of complications in implant treatment. These factors don't mean treatment is impossible, but they may require additional evaluation and sometimes extra precautions.

Smoking: Smoking reduces osseointegration success and significantly increases the long-term risk of peri-implantitis. Quitting smoking before and after treatment, or at least significantly reducing it, is recommended.
Uncontrolled diabetes: In patients with poorly controlled blood sugar, the healing process is prolonged and infection risk increases. In patients with controlled diabetes, implant treatment can be successfully performed.
Poor oral hygiene: Not following post-surgical care instructions increases the risk of infection and peri-implantitis. Patient compliance is critically important throughout all stages of implant treatment.
Bisphosphonate therapy: Bisphosphonate medications used for osteoporosis can negatively affect healing processes in the jawbone. Patients taking this medication require additional evaluation.
History of head and neck radiotherapy: Bone healing can be compromised in areas that have received radiotherapy. These patients require special planning and additional precautions.
Insufficient jawbone: In patients who lack adequate bone height or width for implants, additional procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifting are performed first.

How Are These Risks Managed at Doredent?

The vast majority of potential risks in implant treatment can be minimized through proper planning, appropriate patient selection, and regular follow-up. The key elements of the approach applied at Doredent are:

Detailed clinical and radiological evaluation: Before treatment, we thoroughly examine the structure of your jawbone, the location of critical anatomical structures, and bone quality using panoramic X-rays and, when necessary, three-dimensional tomography.
Internationally certified implant brands: All implant brands used at Doredent (Nucleoss, NTA Korea, NTA Switzerland) have CE, FDA, and ISO certifications. This provides important assurance in terms of both product quality and long-term reliability.
Planning tailored to patient profile: We develop a personalized treatment plan by evaluating your general health status, systemic diseases, medications, and lifestyle habits. When necessary, treatment is postponed or additional preparatory procedures are planned.
Regular post-treatment monitoring: We monitor healing through regular check-up appointments during the implant placement, osseointegration process, and prosthetic component attachment stages. Long-term annual check-ups are also recommended for early detection of conditions like peri-implantitis.
Patient education and compliance: Before and after treatment, you receive detailed information about surgical care, oral hygiene, smoking, and nutrition. Patient compliance is just as critical to the success of implant treatment as the dentist's role.

Implant treatment is a safe procedure with high success rates when proper patient selection and appropriate protocols are applied. The potential risks and their likelihood in your specific case will be discussed with you in detail by your dentist during the initial examination.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Dental implant treatment can be performed on a wide range of patients who have missing teeth and have adequate jawbone structure to support implant placement. There is no upper age limit. As long as your overall health allows, implants can be successfully placed even in patients in their 70s or 80s. However, determining suitability is not something you can assess on your own. The condition of your jawbone, your overall health, medications you take, and your oral hygiene habits are all evaluated during a clinical examination, and your treatment plan is designed accordingly. The following patient profiles represent the most common groups for implant treatment.

🦷 Single Missing Tooth

For patients who have lost a single tooth due to decay, fracture, or trauma, an implant is the most appropriate solution.

Adjacent healthy teeth remain completely untouched, no grinding required.
Jawbone in the missing tooth area is preserved, preventing bone loss.
The most functional replacement for a natural tooth.
Topped with a zirconia crown for a natural appearance.

🪥 Multiple Missing Teeth

For patients missing several teeth, whether adjacent or in different areas, implant-supported fixed solutions are planned.

Each gap can have a separate implant, or a bridge can be supported by several implants.
No need for removable dentures.
Chewing function restored as close to natural teeth as possible.
Bone loss prevented in each individual area.

😁 Fully Edentulous Patients

For patients who have lost all their teeth and used removable dentures for years, or struggled with dentures, fixed implant solutions can dramatically improve quality of life.

All-on-4 can support a full fixed prosthesis on just 4 implants.
All-on-6 is preferred in cases requiring broader bone support.
Implant-supported removable dentures are a more economical intermediate option.
Transition from complete tooth loss to fixed teeth possible in a single treatment process.

🔄 Seeking an Alternative to a Bridge

For patients who have been advised to get a bridge but don't want to grind down adjacent healthy teeth, an implant is the right alternative.

Healthy teeth remain completely untouched, enamel preserved.
A safer long-term option for neighboring teeth.
Direct bone support prevents bone loss.
While treatment time is longer, long-term durability is higher.

Immediate Loading: Suitable Cases

In some appropriate cases, a temporary prosthesis can be placed on the same day or within a few days after implant placement. This approach, known as immediate loading, minimizes the time you spend without teeth. However, immediate loading is not possible in every case. Certain clinical criteria must be met.

Conditions required for immediate loading:

The implant must show sufficient primary stability in the bone (firm integration into the bone)
Jawbone density must be adequate
Your overall health status must be favorable
No excessive chewing forces such as bruxism (nighttime teeth grinding)
Appropriate aesthetic and functional planning must be achievable

Whether immediate loading is suitable for your case will be determined after radiological evaluation and clinical analysis at your initial examination. This approach is not always an alternative to standard treatment. It is chosen only when clinical criteria are met and it does not jeopardize your long-term success.

Who Requires Additional Evaluation?

In some cases, additional evaluation, preparation, or modified planning may be needed before implant treatment. This does not mean treatment cannot be done. Often, it simply means an extra step must be added or certain conditions must be addressed first.

Individuals under age 18: Implant treatment is not recommended because jaw and facial bone development is not yet complete. Temporary solutions can be considered until bone development finishes.
Patients with uncontrolled diabetes: Poor blood sugar control slows healing and increases complication risk. Treatment is planned after diabetes is brought under control.
Active gum disease: If periodontal infection is present, dental scaling, curettage, and further periodontal treatments if needed are completed first, then implant treatment is planned.
Heavy smokers: Smoking negatively affects osseointegration and increases long-term risk of peri-implantitis. Quitting or significantly reducing smoking before and after treatment is strongly recommended.
Patients with insufficient jawbone: If bone height or width is inadequate, preparatory procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifting are performed before implant placement. With these preparations, most patients can receive implants.
Patients taking bisphosphonates: Patients using this group of medications for osteoporosis may experience impaired jawbone healing. Additional evaluation is needed based on the type, dose, and duration of the medication.
Patients who have received radiotherapy to the head and neck: Bone healing may differ in areas with a history of radiotherapy. Special planning and extra precautions are taken for these patients.
Pregnancy: Routine implant surgery is recommended to be postponed during pregnancy. Treatment can begin after delivery.

All these factors are evaluated during your initial examination. At Doredent, panoramic X-rays and clinical examination are used to assess both your jawbone condition and your overall health picture. Together, we determine whether implant treatment is suitable for you and, if needed, what additional preparations are required.

After Treatment

When implant treatment is completed, the surgical phase is managed not during the procedure but in the following weeks and months. The success of the implant depends as much on proper post-treatment care as it does on the quality of the surgery. Below, you can find what you need to do immediately after surgery, the healing process, and long-term care, step by step.

First 24 Hours: Critical Post-Surgical Period

Implant surgery is performed under local anesthesia. After the procedure, the effect of the anesthesia continues for a while. The points to be careful about during this period are:

Do not eat until the anesthesia wears off. Since there is no sensation in your lips, inside your cheeks, and tongue, the risk of accidentally biting these tissues is high. Anesthesia usually wears off within two to three hours. During this time, drinking only water is safe.
Bite down on the applied gauze for about 30 minutes. Do not use products like cotton or tissues instead of gauze, as these can stick to the wound and disrupt the clot.
Avoid spitting and rinsing for the first 24 hours. The pressure created by spitting can dislodge the newly formed clot and lead to bleeding and infection.
Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. Applying cold compresses to the cheek, outside the surgical area, at 10-15 minute intervals significantly reduces swelling and bruising.
Avoid very hot and very cold foods. Consuming warm, soft foods for the first few days supports healing.
Do not use tobacco or alcohol. Smoking seriously impairs wound healing, and alcohol can prevent clot formation. They should definitely be avoided for the first 48-72 hours; ideally, they should be completely discontinued throughout the healing period.
Do not touch the surgical area. Touching the area with your tongue, finger, or tools like toothpicks disrupts healing.
Do not take hot showers or do strenuous exercise. Avoiding activities that increase blood pressure on the first day prevents bleeding.
Use the medications recommended by your dentist regularly. If antibiotics and painkillers are prescribed, use them at the recommended dose and duration.

First Week: Healing and Follow-Up

Swelling, mild bruising, and biting sensitivity are normal during the first week after surgery. These symptoms usually decrease significantly within 3-5 days and largely resolve by the end of the first week. The points to be careful about during this period are:

Oral hygiene: Continue brushing your teeth normally, except for the surgical area. Clean the surgical area very carefully with gentle movements. Antiseptic mouthwash recommended by your dentist can be started after the first 24 hours.
Diet: Continue eating soft foods. Soup, yogurt, mashed foods, and soft pasta are suitable. Avoid hard, very hot, or very cold foods.
Suture removal: In cases where stitches are used, they are usually removed within 7-10 days. In some cases, self-dissolving sutures are used and do not need to be removed.
Abnormal symptoms: If you experience severe and increasing pain, uncontrolled bleeding, high fever, or a noticeably bad odor, contact the clinic immediately without delay.

At the follow-up appointment at the end of the first week, the healing process is evaluated and the transition to the next stage is planned.

Osseointegration: The Bone Fusion Process

After the implant is placed, a biological fusion process begins between the jawbone and the implant. This process is called osseointegration and is the most critical phase of implant treatment. During this phase, the implant becomes fixed in the jawbone, bone tissue grows toward the implant surface, and long-term stability is established. The osseointegration process typically takes 1 to 4 months. The duration varies depending on the area where the implant is placed, bone quality, the patient's overall health, and the surgical protocol used. In the lower jaw, this process is generally shorter than in the upper jaw because the bone density in the lower jaw is higher. During this period:

Avoid biting hard foods in the implant area. Transfer chewing force to other teeth as much as possible.
Maintain regular oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth twice a day and using dental floss is critical.
Keep smoking to a minimum. Smoking negatively affects healing during the osseointegration process.
Do not miss follow-up appointments. During interim checks, the stability of the implant is evaluated.

Once this process is complete, the implant is ready to support the superstructure.

Placement of the Superstructure

After the osseointegration process is completed, an aesthetic and functional superstructure is placed on the implant. This stage consists of several appointments:

Impression taking: An appropriate abutment is placed on the implant and an intraoral impression is taken. With modern digital impression techniques, this stage has become faster and more comfortable.
Laboratory production: The implant crown is produced in the laboratory based on the impression taken. At Doredent, the most commonly preferred superstructure material is zirconia; it provides the highest level of results in both durability and natural appearance. In aesthetic priority cases in the front region, porcelain crowns can also be considered.
Try-in and fit check: The produced crown is tried in your mouth, and color, shape, and bite relationship are checked. Fine adjustments are made if necessary.
Final cementation or screwing: The crown is fixed onto the implant either with dental cement or with a special screw.

Once the superstructure is placed, the implant becomes fully functional. From this point on, you can comfortably eat, drink, speak, and smile just as you would with your natural teeth.

Long-Term Care and Follow-Up

When properly cared for, an implant is a treatment that can be used without problems for many years. However, the most important factor determining the lifespan of an implant is regular oral care and routine dental check-ups, just as with natural teeth.

Brush twice a day: Brush with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste for at least two minutes. The health of the gums around the implant is more important than around natural teeth.
Use dental floss and interdental brushes daily: Preventing plaque buildup around the implant is critical. In addition to standard dental floss, interdental brushes and, when necessary, implant care irrigators can be used.
Be careful with hard foods: Zirconia crowns are quite durable, but avoid cracking foods like seeds, ice, or very hard-shelled nuts with your teeth. This habit puts both the implant superstructure and natural teeth at risk.
Stay away from smoking: Smoking is the biggest long-term enemy of implant treatment. It significantly increases the risk of peri-implantitis and shortens implant lifespan.
Use a night guard if you grind your teeth: In patients with bruxism (teeth grinding at night), a night guard is the most effective way to protect both the implant superstructure and natural teeth.

Follow-Up Schedule

Regular check-ups after implant treatment are critically important for the long-term success of the treatment. The schedule recommended at Doredent is as follows:

First year: Several check-up appointments are made during the first year after the superstructure is placed. During this period, the functional fit of the implant, the condition of the gums, and the stability of the crown are evaluated.
Following years: Standard six-month routine dental examinations are sufficient to monitor the condition of the implant. During these examinations, both the gum health around the implant and the condition of the crown are checked.
Professional cleaning: Professional dental scaling is recommended at least once a year. The area around the implant should be cleaned more carefully than natural teeth, but with special instruments.
Annual X-ray evaluation: In the long term, X-ray evaluation is done periodically to check the bone support of the implant. This way, potential problems such as peri-implantitis are detected at an early stage.

In patients who are regularly followed, the success of implant treatment is much higher and longer-lasting. Early detection of problems allows small interventions to prevent major complications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is dental implant treatment painful?

Implant surgery is performed under local anesthesia, so you will not feel pain during the procedure. Many patients report that implant surgery is a much more comfortable experience than they expected. A single implant placement takes approximately 10-15 minutes; during this time you will only feel slight pressure and vibration. Mild pain, swelling, and bruising are normal for the first few days after the procedure. These symptoms typically decrease significantly within 3-5 days and largely resolve within a week. Pain relievers prescribed by your dentist and cold compress application make this period easily manageable. The intensity of discomfort varies depending on the scope of the procedure: single implant placement involves very mild discomfort, while cases involving additional surgical procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifting may involve slightly more noticeable postoperative discomfort. At Doredent, the treatment scope and expected healing process are clearly explained to you during your initial examination.

How long do dental implants last?

The implant itself (titanium screw) can remain in your mouth for life with proper care and regular monitoring. Implants do not decay because they are made of titanium, not natural tooth tissue. However, the gum tissue and bone surrounding the implant can become diseased if care is neglected (peri-implantitis), and this can lead to implant loss. The crown (restoration) placed on top of the implant is not permanent. A zirconia crown can be used without problems for many years in a properly maintained patient; however, wear, loosening, or fracture can occur over time and replacement may be necessary. Replacing the crown does not require removing the implant; the implant remains in place and a new crown is attached. The most critical factors determining implant longevity are: regular oral hygiene (brushing + flossing + interdental brushing), not smoking, using a night guard if you grind your teeth at night, regular checkups every 6 months, and professional dental scaling. Implant treatment is an investment; the return on this investment is directly linked to your care.

Which is better: implant or bridge?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions by patients with missing teeth and one that requires the most honest answer. The short answer: in most cases, an implant is a better solution than a bridge; however, in some cases a bridge may be more appropriate. Advantages of implants over bridges: adjacent healthy teeth are not touched at all (in a bridge, the teeth on both sides are ground down and this is irreversible), the bone under the missing tooth is preserved (with a bridge, bone loss continues), they are more durable in the long term, maintenance is easier, and the implant is independent (if one of the abutment teeth in a bridge has a problem, the entire bridge is affected). Situations where a bridge is advantageous over an implant: if the teeth on both sides of the missing tooth already need crowns (large fillings, old crowns, significant damage), if bone structure is insufficient for an implant and the patient does not want additional surgery or surgery is not appropriate, if general health status does not allow implant surgery. At Doredent, both options are honestly presented during your initial examination and the most suitable plan is determined together with you.

What happens if there is not enough bone for an implant?

Insufficient bone does not mean that implant treatment cannot be performed; in most cases, additional surgical procedures can make the bone structure suitable for an implant. Today, the rate of patients who cannot receive implants due to insufficient bone is very low. The main methods used for bone deficiency are: bone graft (bone powder) application to fill the deficient bone area, sinus lifting (elevating the sinus floor in the upper jaw posterior region), guided bone regeneration to increase bone volume. These additional procedures can be performed in the same session as implant surgery or in a separate session. In advanced bone loss cases, angled implant techniques such as All-on-4 or All-on-6 can maximize use of existing bone, reducing or eliminating the need for bone grafting. In very advanced cases, zygomatic implants may also be considered. At Doredent, bone condition is evaluated in detail with panoramic X-rays and, when necessary, 3D tomography, and the most appropriate approach is offered to you.

Are teeth placed immediately after implant surgery?

In some suitable cases, yes; however, it is not possible for every patient. This approach is called "immediate loading" and requires certain clinical criteria to be met. For immediate loading to be possible: the implant must show high primary stability (tight fit) in the bone, jaw bone density must be sufficient, the patient's general health status must be appropriate, and there must be no excessive forces such as bruxism. When these conditions are met, a temporary tooth can be placed on the day the implant is placed or within a few days. In cases where immediate loading is not possible, the top of the implant is covered and the osseointegration (fusion with bone) process is awaited. This period typically ranges from 1 to 4 months. This waiting period is critically important for the long-term success of the implant; a hasty approach can lead to integration failure. At Doredent, the decision for immediate loading is made based on clinical criteria; no compromise is made on implant safety due to aesthetic concerns.

Does smoking affect implant treatment?

Yes, it significantly affects it. Smoking is the strongest risk factor for implant treatment and negatively affects both short-term and long-term success. In the short term, smoking impairs wound healing, affects bleeding, and reduces osseointegration (fusion with bone) success. The risk of implant loss in smokers is significantly higher than in non-smokers. In the long term, smoking seriously increases the risk of peri-implantitis (inflammation around the implant). If peri-implantitis is not treated, the bone around the implant erodes and the implant is lost. Smoking does not mean implant treatment cannot be performed; however, the success rate decreases. At Doredent, patients who smoke are clearly informed about the risks of smoking before and after treatment. It is strongly recommended to quit smoking at least 2 weeks before surgery and during the healing period after surgery. Ideally, it should be quit completely.

Can implants be applied to completely edentulous patients?

Yes. Implant-supported treatments seriously change the quality of life for patients who have lost all their teeth. For patients who have used removable dentures for years and experienced problems such as denture movement, falling out, and chewing difficulties, fixed implant solutions make a very big difference. Treatment options for completely edentulous patients include: All-on-4, where only 4 implants are placed in a single jaw to apply a completely fixed prosthesis; temporary teeth can be placed the same day in suitable cases. All-on-6, where a fixed prosthesis with wider bone support is made on 6 implants. Implant-supported removable denture is a removable prosthesis with attachments on 2-4 implants; it is a more economical intermediate option than fixed solutions. Which option is appropriate is determined based on jaw bone condition, patient expectations, and budget. At Doredent, all options are presented in detail to completely edentulous patients and the most suitable plan is created together.

What happens if inflammation (peri-implantitis) develops around an implant?

Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition that develops in the gum tissue and bone around an implant and can lead to implant loss if not treated. It can be thought of as the implant version of gum disease (periodontitis) in natural teeth. Symptoms of peri-implantitis: redness and swelling of the gum tissue around the implant, bleeding during brushing, bad breath, increased pocket depth around the implant, and evidence of bone loss on X-rays. When these symptoms are noticed, you should contact the clinic without delay; peri-implantitis detected early can be successfully treated. Peri-implantitis risk factors: inadequate oral hygiene (most common cause), smoking, uncontrolled diabetes, irregular checkups, and a history of gum disease. Most of these risks are under patient control. Regular brushing, use of dental floss and interdental brushing, quitting smoking, checkups every 6 months, and professional dental scaling significantly reduce the risk of peri-implantitis. At Doredent, implant patients are called for annual checkups and the area around the implant is cleaned with special instruments.

Can a tooth be saved instead of implant treatment?

This question must be evaluated individually for each patient. The general principle is this: extracting a tooth that can be saved and placing an implant is not the right approach. Preserving a natural tooth should always be the first choice. Advantages of a natural tooth over an implant: it naturally balances chewing forces thanks to the periodontal ligament (the implant is directly integrated into the bone, there is no ligament), gum adaptation and aesthetics are always better with a natural tooth, biological compatibility is superior with a natural tooth. Teeth that can be saved with root canal treatment, root canal retreatment, or apicoectomy should be evaluated with these treatments as a priority. However, not every tooth can be saved. In cases of vertical root fracture, advanced bone loss, repeated unsuccessful treatments, or when the remaining tooth structure is insufficient for restoration, extraction + implant provides a more reliable long-term result than trying to force-save the tooth. At Doredent, this evaluation is made honestly: if there is a chance to save the tooth, root canal treatment is recommended; if the prognosis is poor, unnecessary treatment is not performed and an implant is planned.

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Dental Implant Treatment Pricing

At Doredent, we offer transparent pricing for our international patients. As every case is different, the final treatment cost depends on your individual evaluation.

The cost of Dental Implant Treatment varies based on factors such as the implant brand, bone condition, the need for sinus lifting or bone grafting, and the choice of superstructure (crown). For an accurate quote, a personalized assessment is recommended.

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