What is dental implantation?
Teeth implantation is a type of dental prosthetics when doctors completely restore a missing tooth or teeth. Both roots and dental crowns are restored. Dental implantation is especially useful for adentia (tooth loss) treatment.
What techniques of dental implantation are available?
- One-stage surgery — the method is applied to place an abutment during an operation. An abutment attached to the gum tissues connects the implant and the bone into the mouth. The procedure is carried out only once and does not require much effort.
- Two-stage surgery — this is a classic method of tooth restoration. A procedure is applied to replace teeth if there is no immediate need for a cosmetic solution. A surgeon puts the implant into the jawbone for healing. After this process, the surgeon performs the second surgery to place the abutment and a crown.
- Implantation after tooth removal — this is the easiest method used after the root was removed. A surgeon places the implant and augments a supragingival part of the tooth.
What are the additional surgeries for dental implants?
- Bone augmentation — the technique restores the bone in the patient’s jaw. A surgeon adds the material around the implant to support it.
- Ridge expansion — a doctor performs this surgery when the jaw is not wide enough to support implants. Depending on the case, simultaneous dental implants may be preferred during ridge expansion.
- All-on-4/6/8 — such a procedure helps to install 4-8 implants per 1 toothless jaw. All-on-four service restores teeth in 1 day only with 4 implants (6 or 8). It does not require any additional interventions.
How do specialists implant the teeth?
- During the first visit, a dentist assesses the condition of the patient's gums, jawbone, remaining teeth and develops a treatment plan. Therefore, it is necessary to take a panoramic x-ray that shows all dental issues. If there are ambiguities, the doctor may recommend a jaw study on a CT scan.
- Dentists fix the dental implant, like the natural root, in the bone.
- The patient is under local anesthesia. The specialist makes an incision in the gum where the tooth is missed to expose the bone.
- The dentist makes a hole in the bone with a special sterile drill. After that, the doctor screws and fixes the artificial root in the bone and suturing the incision.
- A week after the procedure, the patient undergoes the examination. The dentist removes the stitches.
- Depending on the initial state of the bone, in 3-6 months after the tooth implantation, the expert creates a dental crown of individual shape and color.
- The tooth can be attached to the implant with a special cement or screw. Screw fixation is most often used so that, if necessary, the prosthesis can be easily removed and repaired.
See the whole process in the video.
Who needs dental implants?
Teeth implantation is the most effective option for people with:
- one or more teeth loss
- the several teeth in a row absence
- no extreme teeth in the row
- complete adentia (when all teeth are missing).
For some people, dental implants are the most comfortable way to restore lost teeth; for others — this way is the only one possible. Conventional dentures and bridges are not suitable for those who suffer from diseases of the oral mucosa, have weak alveolar processes, and suffer from nausea while wearing conventional prostheses.
What are the results after the procedure?
In 95-97% of cases, the dental implant is accepted. However, implant rejection is the most significant risk. Rejection may happen because of:
- systemic diseases (AIDS, HIV, diabetes, hypertension)
- installation of low-quality implants
- non-compliance with doctor's recommendations after implantation (excessive load of the implant, poor oral hygiene, smoking)
- medical error.
Throughout the entire period of implant engraftment, the patient should regularly visit a dentist.
How long is the dental implant recovery process?
An average period of recovery after teeth implantation procedure lasts about 1-2 months. However, that depends on each patient’s case. In general, the duration of recovery depends on:
- number of implants installed
- sinus lifting performing
- bone grafting conducting.
What are the complications after the dental implant?
During the first days after the procedure, the following complications can occur:
- implant rejection
- pain
- swelling
- bleeding.
To avoid severe complications after the procedure, follow the doctor’s recommendations. Eat soft food, do not smoke or drink alcohol. Get painkillers if the pain is unbearable. In several days the discomfort will go away.
What should you know about Thailand before the trip?
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Official name
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The Kingdom of Thailand
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Currency
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Thai Baht (you also can pay for services in dollars)
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Best period for the trip
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November-early April
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Language
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Thai (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
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Visa
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is required for a trip of 3-6 months
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Time difference with Europe
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7 hours
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Time difference with the USA
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12 hours
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Capital
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Bangkok
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Medical tourism center
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Bangkok
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Popular resorts
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Koh Samui, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Hua Hin
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What is the level of medicine in Thailand?
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Thai government. The Thai authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 25 billion bahtfor healthcare annually.
As a result, 36,673 medical facilities provide excellent medical care in the country. 64 centers in the Kingdom have certificate of JCI (Joint Commission International), the international improver of healthcare quality and safety across the globe. The index of certificates obtained is the largest. To compare,Israel has 20 JCI-accredited facilities, and Germany — only 10 clinics of this type.
Why is Thailand trendy for medical tourism?
The Kingdom of Thailand is also a well-known country globally due to high-skilled doctors that undergo internships in American and European institutions. Patients from Japan, China, Myanmar and the Middle Eastern countries prefer treatment in Thailand to other places.
Highly developed medical centers and first-rate therapeutic services at affordable prices attract people from all over the world. Over 2.5 mln international patients travel to Thailand annually. So Thailand is among Top 10 countries with the most developed medical tourism sector.
Thailand is a top destination for medical tourists because of low-costs. You may save up to 75% on services compared to European countries or the USA due to the average local citizens' income and general price policy within the country.
What hotel service is provided here?
In the Kingdom of Thailand, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. The level of Thai hotels is comparable to hotels in Tunisia, Morocco or Egypt. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
When is the best time to travel to Thailand?
The main advantage of Thai resorts is the long beach season. On the east coast and west coast the climate features are different, so take it into account when planning the trip. The best time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November and early April. A large influx of tourists is in March-May, when the air temperature is +30°C.
Do I need a visa?
Today the Kingdom of Thailand requires different visa regimens for diverse states. Some foreigners can stay in the country 60 days without visa control, some of them — only 14 days.
How long you can stay in Thailand and what countries can cross the border easy read here.
What documents are required to apply for a visa to Thailand for treatment?
Visas for travel to Thailand require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:
- ID card
- confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire
- certificate of income and availability of funds (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)
- insurance policy for a stay in Thailand (original and copy)
- 2 photos (4x6)
- visa receipt
- booking of round-trip air ticket (paid in full) and hotel
- medical opinion about the need for treatment.