Missing a tooth - or several teeth - can affect far more than just your appearance. It impacts how you speak, what you can eat, your confidence in social situations, and even the health of your remaining teeth and jawbone. Dental implants are widely regarded as the gold standard solution for missing teeth, and for good reason.
What Makes Dental Implants Different?
Unlike dentures or bridges, a dental implant replaces not just the visible crown of a tooth but also the root. A small titanium post is placed surgically into the jawbone, where it fuses with the bone over 3–6 months - a process called osseointegration. This creates a stable, permanent anchor onto which a custom-made crown is attached.
The result? A tooth that looks, feels, and functions exactly like a natural one.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Most healthy adults with missing teeth are candidates for dental implants. You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have one or more missing teeth
- Have sufficient jawbone density to support the implant (or are open to bone grafting if needed)
- Are a non-smoker, or willing to stop smoking during healing
- Do not have uncontrolled diabetes or other conditions that impair healing
The best way to know if implants are right for you is a consultation with a qualified implant dentist.
The Implant Process - Step by Step
The implant journey typically spans 3–9 months, depending on individual healing:
- Consultation & CBCT Scan - 3D imaging maps out the exact implant position
- Implant Placement - A titanium post is placed under local anaesthesia
- Healing Period - 3–6 months for the implant to fuse with the bone
- Abutment Placement - A connector is attached to the implant post
- Crown Fitting - A custom-made ceramic crown is placed to complete the restoration
How Long Do Implants Last?
With proper care, the implant post itself can last a lifetime. The crown on top typically lasts 10–15 years before it may need replacement due to normal wear. Compare this to dentures (5–8 years) or bridges (10–15 years) that require altering adjacent teeth.
Implants in Paldi, Ahmedabad
At Akaay Dental Care, Dr. Ashni Shah brings a specialised residency in Implant Dentistry and 6+ years of clinical experience to every implant procedure. We use internationally certified implant systems and follow strict sterile protocols for safe, predictable outcomes.
Ready to explore implants? Book a free consultation and we'll assess your suitability and walk you through the options in detail.
Dr. Ashni Shah
BDS · Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentist · Akaay Dental Care, Paldi