What can I expect during dental implant surgery?
Dental implant surgery anchors the “artificial titanium root” into your jaw bone. The procedure is usually performed in the dental chair and under local anaesthesia with or without sedation. Alternatively it may be carried out in hospital under general anaesthesia. Once placed the gum overlying the implant is then replaced either over or around the implant until it fuses with the bone. Once successful fusion i confirmed approximately three months later, the dentist then uncovers the implant and takes and impression of the position of the implant in relation to your other teeth. The artificial replacement teeth can now be manufactured and once fabricated, are attached to the implant.
