The implant crown

Implants are the best way to reproduce the natural look and feel of a tooth. The crowns are positioned individually (not connected like with a bridge). The implant takes over the function of the tooth's root and transfers the chewing force to the jawbone. This natural strain keeps the jawbone vital and it does not retract. A new tooth should not just fulfil its function but also not be distinguishable from the natural teeth, especially in the front teeth section. An aesthetically appealing treatment result is especially important here. Permanently anchored, implant-supported teeth do not only look like your own teeth but also feel like them. The implant, the new tooth and the soft tissue should form a harmonious unit.

When fitting bridges, healthy substance of the neighbouring teeth is lost by grinding. The gap in the jaw is closed by a connecting link. The root of the tooth itself is not replaced. The jawbone is not subjected to the chewing pressure transferred by the root. This natural strain normally stimulates the regeneration of the bone. If this strain is missing, the bone recedes over the course of time. Implants do not have such disadvantages.

Performance

After the loss of a tooth, an implant is set after the wound has healed. The final replacement can be screwed on once the implant has completely healed. For this purpose, the oral mucosa above the implant is opened again and a provisional healing screw is placed on each implant. Now the dentist can take an imprint of the teeth, which is used to manufacture the crown in the dental lab. A model is produced in the lab and then the individual crowns. The crowns are attached to the implant with dental cement or screwed on.