Dental Implants in Iran

Dental implants are small anchors, which replace missing teeth or damaged teeth that have been extracted. The implant is surgically placed in the jawbone to act like the root of the lost tooth.

Implants are designed in order to protect the surrounding bones and gums, as well as present an appearance similar to natural teeth for a long time.

An implant specialist in Iran will determine what type of implant you need.

• An Endosteal (Internal) Implant:

This is the most common type of implant and usually consists of small Titanium screws which are placed within the jawbone.

• A Subperiosteal (External) Implant:

If you need an implant but don’t have enough healthy jawbone to support it, your dentist may recommend a Subperiosteal implant under the skin. The implant is placed under the gums and above the jawbone.

If the patient’s dentist diagnoses that an Endosteal (internal) implant is not suitable for the person, other options that can be used include the following:

• Implants Under or Around the Bone (Subperiosteal Implants):
  Unlike being within the jaw, the implant is placed on or above the bone.
• Bone Augmentation (Strengthening):
  Strengthening or repairing the bone in the patient’s jaw using additives and bone growth factors.
• Sinus Augmentation (Strengthening):
  Adding bone to the underside of the sinus is called Sinus Elevation or Sinus Lift.
• Ridge Expansion (Jaw Expansion): Added bone grafting at the top of the patient’s jaw

Read More: Jaw Surgery in Iran

Titanium has been used for many years to make implants. But with the development of technology and the widespread use of implants, various materials have been produced.

These materials must be resistant to corrosion & failure. Two of the most common types of dental implants include:

1 – Titanium:

This allows the bone to grow. Titanium is a non-allergenic & tissue-compatible substance and its main advantage is that it can adapt to bone and is lighter than most alloys.

2 – Zirconia:

Compared to Titanium, Zirconia is considered to be a new invention and is regarded as the future of dental implants. This substance has been used since the early 1990s. But Titanium implant materials were still common. The implants made of Zirconia consist of one piece and the post and the abutment are connected in the form of one single piece.

 Each of these materials has its own characteristics. For instance, Titanium has been tested more and features a high success rate in medical & dental procedures. Titanium’s versatility has made it different.

There is an implant called “all on 4” for patients who have lost all their teeth. This treatment has also won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. In this method, 4 implants are utilized for all lower (or upper) teeth. In this method, unlike removable dentures, the teeth are fixed and appear similar to natural teeth.

A very detailed and precise image of the implant is designed by using software, which the dentist can use to analyze and assess the anatomy of the jaw and determine the best place for the implant before conducting the surgery. This saves time and money and also shortens the duration of treatment.

Today, implants are becoming an alternative to traditional dental crowns, dental bridges, and dentures due to their high resemblance to natural teeth and providing a greater sense of comfort for the patient.

Although dentures are more affordable, they can become detached from the mouth which is not desirable. They also adversely affect the experience of the taste of the food. Also, dental bridges were considered to be an ideal option prior to implants, but the main problem is their dependence on natural teeth for support which leads to damage to the supporting natural teeth.

Just like all other surgeries, a dental implant in Iran has some health risks which are usually rare, minor, and easy to treat.

These risks include:

• Failure in adapting to the bone; is when the implant cannot be placed within the bone in order to provide the initial stability.
• Infection around the implant.
• Damage and puncture may include damage to the adjacent structures such as maxillary perforation, the blood vessels, the tongue, the gums, etc.
• Nerve damage can cause pain, numbness, or itching in surrounding tissues such as your natural teeth, gums, lips, or chin.
• Dead tissues: Adjacent to the implant, there is approximately one dead cell in the tissue edge cells every 20 cases.

In Iran, dental implants are carried out under the strict supervision of skilled specialists, because if any existing bleeding disorders, infections, allergies, medical conditions, and medications are carefully monitored and assessed prior to the surgery, the mentioned complications will very rarely occur and the success rate will be quite high.

The rate of success in dental implants in Iran varies depending on where they are placed in the jaw but in general, dental implants have been successful at the rate of up to 98% and with proper care, these implants can meet your needs until the very last minute.

The success rate of dental implants depends on several factors which include:

• Stability, a mobility rate of less than 1 mm in every direction.
• No gum infections and complete treatment before a dental implant are placed.
• The skill of the doctor in carrying out the dental implant.
• The type of materials used in the dental implant.
• Not smoking.
• The amount of bone density in the jaw bone.
• Enough gum width is required to attach the dental implant.
• Practicing oral and dental hygiene after having the dental implant.

We have tried to gather most often questions from our clients regarding dental implants in Iran , however, if you have not received answers to your questions we are more than happy to help, so please do not hesitate to contact us.