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What is an implant
An implant is an artificial replace of a tooth, similar to the natural tooth attached directly to the jaw. It is usually a titanium roller or screw which is inserted into the spot of a missing tooth. According to a specific schema and conditions, the implant is monitored for 2-3 months during which time a tight connection is created between the bone and implant. If it is necessary to correct the volume or quality of the bone before the implantation (augmentation), the implantation follows 4-6 months afterwards. After a certain time an abutmant is screwed onto the implant to which is later applied the crown or a bridge. Any doubt that the implant will not be accepted by the body is mostly nonsense - in general a success rate of 95-98% is achieved.
It is occasionally possible for the implant and the temporary crown or bridge to all be attached on the day of implantation.
The durability of an implant dependes on many factors - most importantly proper hygiene, care of implants, quality and volume of the bone in the jaw, health status etc. Generally speaking, the implant durability is not limited.
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