Thinking about getting a dental implant? Here are some things to know before going through with the procedure.

What are dental implants and why do we need them? 

Dental implants are medical devices that are placed surgically into the jawbone. Put simply, they replace the root of an extracted tooth and serve as the foundation for a prosthetic tooth. The implant body attaches to an abutment, which then attaches to an artificial tooth. Most implants are made of the metal titanium, but the ceramic zirconia is also becoming a popular alternative.

The well-known brand Straumann uses combinations of these materials (about 15% zirconium and 85% titanium). Some brands such as Nobel Biocare offer various products, such as the Brånemark System Zygoma Machined RP 30 mm, which is made of pure titanium.

Dental implants are a great solution for your damaged, diseased, or missing tooth. The implants will not affect the nearby teeth and will be extremely stable. Additionally, they will look a lot more natural than dentures and have the feel of real teeth!

What should you expect during the procedure?

Before the procedure can occur, your dentist will first determine if a dental implant is right for you. They will look at your jawbone and teeth to ensure that you have enough bone and healthy gums. Don’t worry too much about this - all of this testing and preparation will be taken care of before the surgery happens!

Dentists in our Mediphi network will provide you a free first appointment to help determine if a dental implant would be good for you. If you provide them with the x-ray film, you can do this online at no cost to you before you travel to Turkey. This is also a great opportunity for you to get a second opinion without it costing you anything at all.

The procedure itself involves tooth extraction done under local anesthetic. Once the area is ready for implantation, they will place the dental implant into the jawbone. The recovery process can take anywhere from two to six months, during which you will be recommended to not put any force on the implant. When the implant has been taken up by the bone, the prosthetic component can be attached. It is that simple!

Why Turkey?

Turkey is a popular location for medical tourism for a reason. While you can get dental implants in countries such as the US or the UK, they are often extremely expensive. You can get the same procedure done in Turkey for a fraction of the cost! Turkish dentists provide high quality care of the same quality as the UK, US, and Europe, but for a lot cheaper. For example, in the United States, a single titanium dental implant can cost anywhere from $1000 to $3000. In the UK, this can be anywhere from £1,400 to £3,600.

In just two weekend trips to Istanbul over the course of three months, you can get that waiting tooth problem taken care of! This is great news, because Turkey also happens to be a beautiful country and a great place to spend the weekend traveling.

At Mediphi, we work with registered and accredited dental clinics with thriving reputations, so rest assured that when you book through us, you are getting the highest quality of care from some of the best dentists in the country. Our healthcare consultants will be more than happy to help you find the right clinic for you. Please click this link to request a free quote!