Implants are made from biocompatible materials such as titanium. They integrate with the jawbone and provide a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures.
Implants can support replacement teeth. Bone and gum health need monitoring; placement does not mean future bone loss cannot occur.
Implant Goals and Limitations
Appearance: Shape and colour are planned; the result depends on existing tissues and treatment.
Function: Implant-supported prostheses may support chewing. Use and dietary limits depend on prosthesis type and healing.
Preservation of the Jawbone
Tissue disease and bone loss can also develop around implants. Daily cleaning and regular review are important.
Service life: General health, oral care, smoking and restorative loads affect longevity. Lifetime use cannot be promised.
Who Is Suitable for Dental Implants?
Suitability is assessed through examination, general health and imaging where needed. Alternatives such as bridges or removable dentures should also be discussed.
Oral Health: Active infections, including untreated gum disease, should be managed before implant placement.
Bone Volume and Density: Sufficient jawbone is needed to support the implant. When bone is inadequate, bone-grafting procedures may be considered.
General Health: Conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes or serious blood-clotting disorders require additional medical and dental evaluation.
Other Factors That May Affect Implant Treatment
Age: Bone development and general health are assessed together. Reaching a particular age alone does not establish suitability.
Smoking: Smoking can slow healing and may affect treatment success. Our dentists provide personalized guidance on this issue.
Types of Dental Implant Treatment
At Saatçi Dental Clinic, we use different implant approaches according to each patient’s clinical needs.
1. Endosteal Implants
Endosteal implants are placed in the jawbone and may support different restorations. The placement site, bone, surrounding anatomy and risks are assessed beforehand.
2. All-on-4 and All-on-6 Implant Techniques
Some full-arch prostheses may be supported by four or six implants. Implant number, loading time and prosthesis design depend on bone anatomy and the clinical plan.
The Dental Implant Process, Step by Step
At Mustafa Saatçi Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic, your treatment begins with detailed planning.
1. Examination and Planning
The implant site is assessed through examination, health history and imaging where needed. CT is not automatically required in every case; the clinician determines imaging needs.
2. Surgical Procedure: Implant Placement
Implant placement is commonly performed under local anaesthesia to control pain. Tell your dentist if you feel discomfort. Duration varies with the procedure’s extent.
3. Healing Period (Osseointegration)
Integration with bone commonly takes months. Healing and loading time are determined at reviews according to bone condition and procedures performed.
4. Prosthetic Stage
After healing and stability are assessed, the connection and planned prosthetic stages proceed. Fit, bite and cleanability are checked; appearance and function depend on individual findings.
Recovery and Care After Implant Placement
Your comfort after the procedure is one of our priorities. The following recommendations can support healing:
Nutrition: During the first few days, avoid very hot or very cold foods and choose softer foods.
Oral Hygiene: Avoid brushing directly over the surgical area on the first day. Afterward, maintain hygiene using a soft toothbrush and any mouth rinse recommended by your dentist.
Smoking: Smoking may impair healing and long-term implant health. Discuss cessation support and individual advice with your clinician; the risk is not limited to the first week.
Potential Complications and Their Management
Infection, failure to integrate with bone, damage to surrounding structures and prosthetic problems can occur. Peri-implant disease may also develop later. Care and reviews help manage risk; no success percentage or trouble-free use is promised.
Scope of the Treatment Plan
The plan should distinguish the implant body, connector, restoration, necessary additional procedures and reviews.