Having missing teeth can make you very self-conscious of your appearance. This is why dental implants are a welcome solution. For example, getting a dental implant transformation from Natural Teeth Implant Center makes a world of a difference if you’ve been having problems with missing teeth. Most people that complain of the discomfort caused by dental implants have most likely come to such a conclusion after having had dental braces or dentures. The vast majority of those that get dental implants, rarely have an odd sensation in the mouth once the implants have been in place for long periods. For more information on all on 4 dentures be sure to visit The Point Dental

Do Dental Implants Feel Like Real Teeth?

The dentistry community is always eager to know about the long-term results of their work. As such, several studies have been conducted to know how patients with dental implants feel long after they’ve had work done on their jaws. In most cases, participants were satisfied with the results of the dental work done. All report a normal feeling in their mouth after having the dental implants in place, usually after about a month. Such satisfaction is due to normal chewing abilities, tasting, and aesthetics. In fact, it’s not uncommon to hear a patient that has had dental implants in place for months saying they “can’t tell the difference from their natural teeth.”

It’s important to understand why dental implants feel natural after some time. This is mainly due to their structure, the procedure performed, and the healing process.

The dental structure is such that it can mimic natural teeth in nearly every aspect. Skilled dentistry ensures that they’re placed exactly like natural teeth. Proper healing ensures that the implants are firmly anchored in place.

It’s crucial to remember that when patients report feeling as though their dental implants are natural, it is not because the implants have suddenly developed the properties of natural teeth. Technically, dental implants are foreign bodies as far as your body is concerned. They don’t have nerve endings and other such anatomical structures. This means you can never experience any sensation from the dental implant itself. When people say that a dental implant feels natural, what they mean is that their body (specifically their mouth structures) has become accustomed to the presence of the dental implant. This acclimatization process is part of the body’s internal monitoring system.

Structure of a Dental Implant

The dental implant components include a dental crown, an abutment, and a root form. All these components help it to mimic a natural tooth.

i)Root Form: This is the screw-like structure that goes into your jawbone to provide anchorage for the other structures. It’s usually made of titanium, with varying threads around its post. This is to ensure that the root form is implanted at just the right depth into the patient’s jawbone.

ii) Abutment: This connects to the root form, sitting just above the gum line to provide support and an attachment site for the dental crown.

iii) Dental Crown: This is known as the “cap.” It’s the ceramic crown that becomes the visible part of the dental implant, sitting atop the abutment.

Once all these components have been skillfully fixed by a dental surgeon, you won’t feel the root form or abutment. Touching the crown with your tongue feels like any other tooth.

How the Procedure Helps the Dental Implant Feel Natural

The whole point of this procedure is to build the implant from the foundation—your jawbone—all the way up to the gum line, ensuring that each component is securely in place. This includes:

i)Making a small incision into the gum for attaching the root form. This is usually done using 3D technology for extra precision. This is similar to a natural tooth root.

ii) Attaching the abutment can usually take about five months after the initial procedure to affix the root form. This is usually the case for individuals that are found to have a weak jawline structure. A bone graft procedure is performed on such a patient’s jaw to strengthen it. Otherwise, the abutment can be fixed onto the root form right away.

iii) Placing the crown in the right dimensions is crucial for homogeneity with other teeth. Your dentist may have to work with a ceramist to build a crown with the right vertical and horizontal dimensions, ensuring that it doesn’t feel out of place once attached to the abutment. This ensures that the dental implant doesn’t stand out among the other natural teeth.

When all is said and done, you’ll feel as though dental implants have been with you all your life if all its procedures have been performed satisfactorily.