What is half implant?
Half implant teeth, as the name suggests, refers to the treatment of implant teeth on the half side of the mouth where teeth are missing. This treatment is suitable for patients with more teeth missing on the upper or lower jaw side. Half of the implant teeth can restore the patient's chewing function, improve pronunciation, and improve the patient's facial beauty.
How many half implants need to be made?
The number of half implant teeth is not fixed, it depends on the specific situation of the patient. In general, if a patient has more than one tooth missing from one half of the mouth, four to six implants may be required. These implants can support a bridge structure to restore missing teeth. In some cases, if the patient's bone condition is good, only 2 to 4 implant teeth may be needed to achieve the desired effect.
Advantages of half mouth implant teeth
Compared with traditional complete dentures, half implant teeth have many advantages. First of all, implant teeth can better simulate natural teeth and provide a chewing feeling closer to natural teeth. Secondly, the dental implant does not need to wear the adjacent healthy teeth, and has little impact on the oral structure. In addition, the stability and durability of implant teeth are better than traditional dentures, which can maintain good oral function and beauty for a long time.
Precautions for half mouth implant teeth
Before half of the implant teeth are implanted, patients need to receive a comprehensive oral examination, including oral health status, bone density assessment, etc. In addition, patients also need to fully communicate with dentists to understand the whole treatment process, possible risks and postoperative care requirements of implant teeth. After implant surgery, patients need to follow the doctor's advice, review regularly, and maintain good oral hygiene habits to ensure the success rate and service life of implant teeth.
Summary
Half dental implant is a treatment method for missing teeth in half oral cavity. The number of dental implants depends on the specific situation of the patient, which generally requires 4-6 teeth. Half implant teeth have the advantages of simulating natural teeth, not damaging adjacent teeth, and good stability. However, comprehensive evaluation and communication are required before treatment, and good nursing and regular review are also required after surgery. With half of the implant teeth, patients can effectively restore their masticatory function, improve their pronunciation, and improve their facial beauty. It is a recommended method of oral repair.
