What is dental implantation?
Teeth implantation is a type of dental prosthetics when doctors completely restore a missing tooth or teeth. Both roots and dental crowns are restored. Dental implantation is especially useful for adentia (tooth loss) treatment.
What techniques of dental implantation are available?
- One-stage surgery — the method is applied to place an abutment during an operation. An abutment attached to the gum tissues connects the implant and the bone into the mouth. The procedure is carried out only once and does not require much effort.
- Two-stage surgery — this is a classic method of tooth restoration. A procedure is applied to replace teeth if there is no immediate need for a cosmetic solution. A surgeon puts the implant into the jawbone for healing. After this process, the surgeon performs the second surgery to place the abutment and a crown.
- Implantation after tooth removal — this is the easiest method used after the root was removed. A surgeon places the implant and augments a supragingival part of the tooth.
What are the additional surgeries for dental implants?
- Bone augmentation — the technique restores the bone in the patient’s jaw. A surgeon adds the material around the implant to support it.
- Ridge expansion — a doctor performs this surgery when the jaw is not wide enough to support implants. Depending on the case, simultaneous dental implants may be preferred during ridge expansion.
- All-on-4/6/8 — such a procedure helps to install 4-8 implants per 1 toothless jaw. All-on-four service restores teeth in 1 day only with 4 implants (6 or 8). It does not require any additional interventions.
How do specialists implant the teeth?
- During the first visit, a dentist assesses the condition of the patient's gums, jawbone, remaining teeth and develops a treatment plan. Therefore, it is necessary to take a panoramic x-ray that shows all dental issues. If there are ambiguities, the doctor may recommend a jaw study on a CT scan.
- Dentists fix the dental implant, like the natural root, in the bone.
- The patient is under local anesthesia. The specialist makes an incision in the gum where the tooth is missed to expose the bone.
- The dentist makes a hole in the bone with a special sterile drill. After that, the doctor screws and fixes the artificial root in the bone and suturing the incision.
- A week after the procedure, the patient undergoes the examination. The dentist removes the stitches.
- Depending on the initial state of the bone, in 3-6 months after the tooth implantation, the expert creates a dental crown of individual shape and color.
- The tooth can be attached to the implant with a special cement or screw. Screw fixation is most often used so that, if necessary, the prosthesis can be easily removed and repaired.
See the whole process in the video.
Who needs dental implants?
Teeth implantation is the most effective option for people with:
- one or more teeth loss
- the several teeth in a row absence
- no extreme teeth in the row
- complete adentia (when all teeth are missing).
For some people, dental implants are the most comfortable way to restore lost teeth; for others — this way is the only one possible. Conventional dentures and bridges are not suitable for those who suffer from diseases of the oral mucosa, have weak alveolar processes, and suffer from nausea while wearing conventional prostheses.
What are the results after the procedure?
In 95-97% of cases, the dental implant is accepted. However, implant rejection is the most significant risk. Rejection may happen because of:
- systemic diseases (AIDS, HIV, diabetes, hypertension)
- installation of low-quality implants
- non-compliance with doctor's recommendations after implantation (excessive load of the implant, poor oral hygiene, smoking)
- medical error.
Throughout the entire period of implant engraftment, the patient should regularly visit a dentist.
How long is the dental implant recovery process?
An average period of recovery after teeth implantation procedure lasts about 1-2 months. However, that depends on each patient’s case. In general, the duration of recovery depends on:
- number of implants installed
- sinus lifting performing
- bone grafting conducting.
What are the complications after the dental implant?
During the first days after the procedure, the following complications can occur:
- implant rejection
- pain
- swelling
- bleeding.
To avoid severe complications after the procedure, follow the doctor’s recommendations. Eat soft food, do not smoke or drink alcohol. Get painkillers if the pain is unbearable. In several days the discomfort will go away.
What should you know about India before the trip?
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Currency
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Indian Rupee (you also can pay for services in USD)
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Best period for the trip
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October-March
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Language
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Hindi (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)
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Visa
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is required
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Time difference with Europe
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5 hours
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Time difference with the USA
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10 hours
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Capital
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New Delhi
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Medical tourism center
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Mumbai, New Delhi
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Popular resorts
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Goa, Jaipur, Mumbai
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What is the level of medicine in India?
Healthcare in India is based on cost-effective models. Most of the hospitals are private — 65% of annual GDP is out-of-pocket medical payments.
1.4 mln doctors provide excellent treatments in the country. 74% of the Indian medical care is private. The local healthcare centers have international and national certificates that confirm the high quality of services and patients' safety:
India has 39 JCI-accredited medical centers in contrast with 20 JCI-certified facilities in Germany and 10 hospitals in Israel.
Why is India trendy for medical tourism?
India is also a well-known country globally due to skillful doctors that have vast experience due to the high demand and excellent patient flow. Patients from the USA, UK, France, Germany, Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, Maldives, Yemen, Uzbekistan, and Sudan prefer treatment in India to other places.
Highly developed medical centers and first-rate therapeutic services at affordable prices attract people from all over the world. About 500,000 international patients travel to India annually. So the country is among Top 10 countries with the most developed medical tourism sector.
India is a top destination for medical tourists because of low-costs. You may save up to 75% on services compared to European countries or the USA due to the average local citizens' income and general price policy within the state.
What hotel services are provided here?
In India, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5-star hotels. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied European and Asian food, a vast, well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have a water park available to guests. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
What is the best time to visit India?
India is one of the most amazing states in South Asia. The cradle of the ancient civilization, Buddhism, and Hinduism. India is an excellent place to have vacation on the Goa and Kerala beaches, tours to picturesque Delhi, and the soaring Himalayas, open the treasures of the Golden Triangle and the ancient secrets of Ayurveda, for rave discos and yoga tours. Locals recommend traveling to India from October to March.
Do I need a visa?
International patients are required to receive an electronic visa (e-Visa). The maximum period of stay in the country with this visa type is 6 months. Read more about the visa terms for treatment in India here.
What documents are required to apply for a visa to India for treatment?
Visa for travel to India requires a number of documents. The necessary list of documents includes:
- ID card
- copy of online visa application form
- certificate of income and availability of funds
- recent size 2 photos
- proof of residential address
- booking of flight and hotel
- medical opinion about the need for treatment in India.