Missing Teeth Solutions
Dental Implants
Dental implants are titanium posts placed in the jawbone to replace missing tooth roots. They support an abutment and crown to create a fixed, natural-looking tooth replacement for single or multiple missing teeth.
Most BookedBest For
- Patients looking for a permanent, long-term missing tooth solution
- Single missing tooth
- Multiple missing teeth
- Patients who want a natural look and feel
- Patients with suitable gum and jawbone health
Procedure
- Implant placement surgery places the implant into the jawbone.
- Healing phase, called osseointegration, allows bone bonding around the implant.
- Abutment placement connects the implant to the final tooth.
- Crown fixing places the visible tooth replacement over the implant support.
Benefits
- Most natural look and feel
- Long-lasting solution, often 10 to 20 years or more with care
- Preserves jawbone and helps prevent bone loss
- Does not damage adjacent teeth
- Improves chewing, smile confidence, and facial support
Notes
- Implants have a higher initial cost than many removable or tooth-supported options.
- Implant treatment requires surgery.
- Healing time is needed before final restoration in many cases.
- Treatment usually takes 3 to 6 months including healing time.
Components
- Implant: placed in the jawbone.
- Abutment: connector between the implant and crown.
- Crown: the visible tooth replacement.
Limitations
- Higher cost than many removable tooth replacement options.
- Requires a surgical procedure.
- Healing time is needed for bone bonding.
Why Replacing Missing Teeth Is Important
- Prevents shifting of adjacent teeth.
- Maintains facial structure.
- Improves chewing and digestion.
- Enhances confidence and smile appearance.
Cost & Comparison Tables
| Component | Role |
|---|---|
| Implant | Placed in bone |
| Abutment | Connector |
| Crown | Visible tooth |
| Treatment | India range |
|---|---|
| Dental Implant | Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 60,000 per implant |
| Condition | Best option |
|---|---|
| All teeth missing | Complete dentures / implants |
| Few teeth missing | Partial denture, bridge, or implant |
| Single tooth missing | Implant or bridge |
| Budget constraint | Dentures |
| Long-term solution | Implants |
FAQs
How long do dental implants last?
With proper care and follow-ups, implants can last 10 to 20 years or more.
Is implant surgery painful?
It is usually performed under anesthesia, so the procedure is comfortable. Mild soreness can occur during healing.
How long does implant treatment take?
Treatment usually takes 3 to 6 months including the healing and bone bonding phase.
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Fixed crowns or bridges used to restore damaged teeth or replace missing teeth with stable, natural-looking teeth.
Complete Dentures
Custom-made full dentures that restore smile appearance, chewing comfort, speech, and confidence after full tooth loss.