Implantology: dental implants in Wathlingen
Implantology replaces missing teeth with dental implants. An implant is an artificial tooth root made of titanium or ceramic that is placed in the jawbone and carries a crown, bridge or denture to restore natural function and appearance.
How an implant treatment works
01
Diagnosis and planning
- Assessment of the jawbone, for example with 3D imaging (CBCT).
- Planning of the implant and the later restoration.
02
Placement
- The implant is placed under local anaesthetic.
- Healing phase (osseointegration): the implant fuses with the bone, usually within three to six months.
03
The final restoration
- Once healing is complete, a crown, bridge or denture is fitted onto the implant.
- Precise crowns and bridges that fit functionally and aesthetically.
Advantages of dental implants
- A firm hold with no slipping, unlike removable dentures.
- Natural aesthetics – hard to tell from your own teeth.
- Bone preservation, because the implant loads the jaw like a natural root.
- Long service life: implants can last decades when cared for well.
Implants make sense for single gaps, for several missing teeth and for an edentulous jaw where a denture needs stable support.
Sufficient bone is required; where bone has been lost, augmentation may be needed. Good oral hygiene is essential, and smoking, diabetes or advanced periodontitis can affect healing.
Frequently asked questions
- Is placing an implant painful?
- The procedure is done under local anaesthetic and is usually pain-free. Mild swelling afterwards is normal and easy to manage.
- How long does the whole treatment take?
- From planning to the finished restoration usually takes three to six months, the time the implant needs to fuse with the bone.
- What if there is not enough bone?
- Bone augmentation is often possible. Based on 3D imaging we discuss which approach suits your situation.