Missing Teeth? Your Guide to Dental Implants

The two major oral health problems of Filipinos are tooth decay and gum disease. Statistics show that tooth decay affects about 92.4% of the population, while 78% of Filipinos also suffer from gum disease. The amount of individuals who suffer from missing teeth due to these oral health issues is a not a number to smile about. That’s why dental implants are highly sought-after by local and foreigner patients in the Philippines no matter the cost.

What are dental implants?

Teeth are important both in aesthetics and in health. The absence of a tooth or multiple teeth can make common tasks such as chewing and speaking much more difficult and can also affect your confidence. Fortunately, dental implants are a great way to replace a missing tooth. When done right, implants can feel and act like a natural tooth – a huge convenience for the patient. The implant works by replacing the actual root of the missing tooth. It will then heal in the bone for several months. After this, the dentist puts an abutment, to which a crown will be cemented. Then that’s it! You can now flash your beautiful smile.

If you’re also considering getting implants, here are the different types that you may try depending on the condition of your oral cavity:

For replacing a single tooth:




A single tooth dental implant works best in replacing your entire missing tooth from root to crown. As per dentists in the Philippines, this may also work for multiple missing teeth that are not adjacent to each other. The titanium post will be placed within your jawbone. The healing time for your post to fuse with your bone may take up to 4 months. Once healed, a dental crown is connected to your post with an abutment. Your dental implant is guaranteed to look and feel just like your other teeth.

For replacing two to three teeth:



When replacing multiple missing teeth that are adjacent to each other, we suggest dental implants with a bridge. An implant-supported bridge consists of two posts (with crowns) on both ends of your missing tooth gap with an artificial tooth held by those crowns in between. This means you can securely replace multiple missing teeth in a row – without the cost of replacing each tooth. This reduces cost by so much.

For replacing all your teeth:



If you are missing a majority or all of your teeth in your upper, lower, or both arches, you may go for an implant-retained denture. Though these dental implants cost high, they are a smart investment according to dentists in the Philippines as they can last a long time. They give the appearance of a full set of teeth and are permanently secured to your jawbone. The dentist will strategically place four posts along your arch. While they heal, your denture will be prepared and modified according to your requirements. Once those posts are healed, you will receive a denture that fastens to the dental implants. The result is a secured denture custom-designed to fit your facial aesthetics.

Gum disease and tooth decay can lead to bleeding gums, chewing problems, and tooth loss. Fortunately, you can all solve this and make your oral cavity healthy by going to your trusted dentist. What are you waiting for? Set an appointment with your dentist today and learn more about the process, composition, and cost of dental implants in the Philippines. 



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