If you have already made the decision to opt for a single tooth implant or a prosthesis to replace your missing teeth, you are sure to have many doubts about the procedure.
And one of the most frequent is usually related to the possibility of wearing a temporary crown.
This type of temporary dental prosthesis not only provides the esthetics of the smile, but also allows you to chew and speak normally.
For this reason, in this article we explain which techniques can be used to place them and what requirements a person must meet in order to wear them.
Advantages of wearing a temporary crown
Whether it is a provisional dental cap or a complete prosthesis, it is important for function and appearance to have all the teeth until we can place the definitive pieces.
This moment comes once the osseointegration process of the implant, together with the dental bone, has been completed.
Normally, this healing process takes about 3 months.
Therefore, the option of wearing a temporary dental prosthesis is always an incentive for those who want to remedy their lack of teeth.
In this way, it is not necessary to have an implant -the titanium screw- in sight, but it is covered by a dental crown.
Therefore, this type of treatment has numerous benefits, both aesthetic and oral health:
It is possible to enjoy your teeth from day one, as the temporary crown allows you to lead a normal life.
It prevents, in part, the collapse of the soft tissues and the gum from sinking.
It allows you to get used to your new teeth.
Complexes when smiling or discomfort when chewing food disappear.
Thus, the patient leaves the office with teeth that can be used and enjoyed from the first moment the implants are placed, greatly improving their quality of life.
It is also a very good option for edentulous patients who require dental implants in the whole mouth.
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Techniques for placing a temporary crown
The technique for immediate placement of a temporary dental crown just a few hours after inserting the implant is called immediate loading.
In many cases, this method of implantology is combined with the use of 3D technology to ensure a better postoperative period for the patient.
Thus, thanks to computer-guided surgery, the dental implantologist can know the exact spot where the implant should be placed.
Through both techniques, it is possible to shorten the surgery time, avoid stitches and make the person have all his teeth in less time, either through a crown, a temporary dental bridge or a complete prosthesis.
A provisional crown allows you to recover your smile and the functionality of your bite immediately after the dental implant has been placed.
Below, we explain how both procedures are performed.
Immediate loading
Implant placement through immediate loading consists of recovering the patient’s missing teeth in a single day.
Therefore, after inserting the titanium screw, the implantologist places the provisional crown or the prosthesis needed.
As we have previously mentioned, it is essential that the patient meets a series of requirements before undergoing immediate loading:
Have an excellent daily hygiene routine at home.
Not present any oral problem, such as caries, or related to periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis).
Have sufficient dental bone to ensure the correct fixation of the implant to the mandible or maxilla.
Do not suffer from bruxism.
Have an adequate and correct occlusion -bite-.
So, what happens if I do not meet the conditions to undergo immediate load surgery?
You don’t have to worry: you can still wear your dental implants to recover the functionality of your mouth.
However, the implantologist will perform the intervention through the conventional method.
Ask about the techniques
Not all the clinics have the same features when it comes to placing implants, so we advise you to find out in advance.
Computer-guided surgery
The technology and technical equipment that each dental clinic has can also make a difference not only in the diagnosis, but also in the final result.
For this reason, our implantologists use a 3D intraoral scanner that allows them to obtain a virtual, color and reliable sample of the patient’s mouth.
Thanks to this recreation of the oral cavity, it is possible to create, using computer software, a custom-made splint that will serve as a guide for the specialist.
In this way, he/she will know exactly where the dental implant should be placed.
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3D INTRAORAL SCANNER
Preparation and care of the provisional crown
As we indicated in the previous point, thanks to technology we are able to offer a less invasive treatment, as well as a more accurate final result.
Therefore, since the intraoral scanner offers a virtual copy of the patient’s mouth in color, it is possible to make the temporary crown imitating the shade of the adjacent pieces.
Thus, from the dental laboratory, the dental technicians fabricate each tooth in a completely customized manner.
Although the temporary crown works as a real piece, you must not forget that it is not made of the definitive material (zirconium or ceramic), but of resin.
It is true that this type of treatment is ideal for you to recover jaw functionality quickly, but you must be careful not to fracture it.
Therefore, our recommendation is that you avoid biting hard or sticky foods, such as nuts or chewing gum.
In addition, in order that you do not develop any type of problem related to your dental implants, such as peri-implant mucositis, it is advisable that you maintain thorough oral cleaning routines.
Our recommendation is that you incorporate the use of the oral irrigator and dental floss, and that you do not limit yourself to brushing your teeth with a toothbrush.
And you, what are you waiting for to get your smile back?
The longer it takes before you decide to replace your missing tooth, the worse your diagnosis will be.
It is advisable to address this problem as soon as possible and, now that you know that your appearance will not change thanks to the provisional crown, you have no more time to lose.
And remember that it is not just a question of aesthetics, but of functionality, so thanks to your implants, you will be able to eat and speak normally.
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Our payment facilities
In order for you to recover your smile, we have very flexible payment conditions for our patients:
- Financing 100% of the treatment in 6 and 12 months without interest or commissions.
- Financing of 100% of the treatment in 18 months without interests with 1% of opening commission.
- Financing of 100% of the treatment in 24 months without interests with 2% of opening commission.
- Financing of 100% of the treatment in 36 months without interest with 3% of opening fee
- Financing of 100% of the treatment in 48 or 60 months with 1% opening commission and shared interest.
- Discounts for early payment
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