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It’s the placement of a metal or titanium screw on your jawline to replace the root and place permanent or temporary crowns, teeth, dentures or bridges on any desired mouth areas.
Anyone who has general physical health, good gums and enough jawbone density so that the implant can be placed and properly supported and anchored in your upper or lower jawbone.
First you will need a consultation where an x-ray will most likely be taken to see the extent of your problem and if you need to have this procedure done.
The doctor will give you specific instructions on what to do 24 hrs before your procedure. They usually consist of not having any kind of alcoholic beverages and to avoid smoking, have healthy meals and take a pain relieving medication before the procedure usually ibuprofen.
The procedure consists of placing anesthesia usually local,, then proceed to cut open your gum to expose your jaw bone, drilling will start to make the hole in the area where your implant will be placed. A metal or titanium screw or post is placed, a suture will be done to closed the exposed area and cover the implant. After this procedure temporary material such as crowns, teeth, dentures or bridges are placed to allow the wounds to heal. This process takes about 2 weeks.
After your gums are healed the doctor will proceed to place your chosen permanent teeth.
It will take about 4-6 months for the implant to permanently attach to you bone.
After your procedure it is very important to keep your area clean. So your doctor will most likely prescribe you pain medication, antibiotics and an antibacterial mouthwash to keep germs and bacteria controlled.
You will need to avoid chewing any kind of food on the treated area until your area is fully recovered.
Swelling and a little pain is expected. So pain relievers and antibiotics will be prescribed. Also an ice pack will help with swelling and pain reduction. A soft diet will also be recommended to avoid discomfort.
Although it’s the best choice of ID when you travel and cross through international boarders, it is not necessary. A valid and current picture ID such as a Drivers license and a copy of your birth certificate will do.
Our Dentists are located in Los Algodones, Mexicali BC Mexico and Tijuana BC Mexico. We can provide transportation from San Diego CA or Yuma AZ ( round trip ) and assist you with Lodging and logistics.
You must be in good general health and have a healthy mouth with no untreated tooth decay or gum diseases. Almost anyone who has lost a tooth, several or all of their teeth are great candidates for dental implants. There are a very few exceptions.
It’s very safe especially for medical travelers, or recommendations will have you lodging and staying in the safest parts of town and a team member of My Doctor Click will be guiding you through your stay.