1st Visit
Our priority is always the well-being of our patients which is why we consider the first visit to be very important. We analyze each case in depth and make a personalized diagnosis from which we start working on the health, function and aesthetics of your mouth.
Here you will find a detailed, step-by-step look at what your first visit to our clinic will be like.
Frequently asked questions about your 1st visit
How should I care for a dental implant?
Dental implants require the same care as natural teeth. In addition, to achieve greater oral hygiene and prevent the onset of diseases such as peri-implantitis, we recommend using interdental brushes and dental floss, as well as having regular check-ups at our dental clinic in Las Palmas to monitor their condition. In short: follow a good oral hygiene routine and your implants will last for many years.
It is very important that the implant is placed by a qualified surgeon to ensure its effectiveness and the patient’s safety. At Brånemark we have been experts in dental implant placement in Las Palmas since 1981.
How do I know if I am a candidate for dental implants?
Although there is a belief that only older people can have dental implants, this is completely false. Anyone who has completed their facial development can undergo this treatment. In any case, book an appointment if you want to get a dental implant in Las Palmas and have any doubts about its viability.
Sometimes, the patient does not have enough bone to place a dental implant and have it integrate properly. In these cases, a guided bone regeneration procedure is performed before the implantation to stimulate the formation of the bone tissue needed to ensure the implant’s stability.
Is the dental implant placement process painful?
Any treatment involves an initial adaptation period, but dental implant placement is generally not painful. However, at our dental clinic we offer patients who are more sensitive to pain or who are afraid of the dentist the option of receiving local anesthesia and conscious sedation so that they are relaxed during the procedure.
How many dental implants are needed for a full set of teeth?
We humans have 32 natural teeth, including wisdom teeth. The number of implants needed to completely replace the teeth of the upper jaw is between 4 and 8. And the same number to fully rehabilitate the lower jaw.
As with everything, it depends on each case, the condition of the teeth and the patient’s bone density. Therefore, if you want to get dental implants in Las Palmas, it is very important that a professional carries out a personalized diagnosis of your case.
Tips and post-operative care after a dental implant
After the implant is placed, we recommend that the patient does not eat any food until the effect of the local anesthesia has worn off. That is, around four to six hours later. We also advise following a soft or liquid diet for the next 24 hours.
It is normal to have a slight fever in the 72 hours that follow. To reduce the discomfort caused by the procedure, cold can be applied to the outside of the mouth or painkillers and anti-inflammatories can be used, always following the recommendations of our dental implant specialists in Las Palmas.
Lastly, it is important that during the osseointegration process the patient does not drink alcohol or smoke. These habits could cause the dental implant to be rejected. The patient also must not exercise or lift weights during the week following surgery.
What are the advantages of a dental implant?
- They allow you to recover the chewing function and aesthetics of the mouth when a tooth has been lost.
- They are stable and fit firmly so that the patient does not feel any discomfort when eating, speaking, drinking or in everyday life in general.
- They blend in naturally with the mouth alongside the other teeth, so nobody needs to notice that a person has implants.
- Although the whole process takes longer, the implant and the temporary prosthesis can be placed in a single visit.
- If properly cared for, dental implants can last a lifetime.
- With a dental implant you will regain the smile you lost, as well as your confidence and self-assurance.
