No. Local anesthesia will completely eliminate any pain. During the preparation of the implant site by the dentist, you may feel vibration and slight pressure, but not pain. For most patients, the procedure is similar to a regular cavity treatment, which is also done under local anesthesia.

It is possible that your gums will be sensitive for the first few days after the procedure. However, there will be no bleeding. Swelling of the cheek and related discomfort may occur. But for most patients, the need for pain medication diminishes already on the day after the surgery. They can resume their normal life.

Dental implants should only be placed once bone growth is complete. This process typically concludes around 18 years of age, with girls reaching skeletal maturity earlier than boys. If there are doubts about the bone condition, it can be assessed with a wrist bone x-ray.

It's never too late to improve your life with implants. This treatment is so safe that implants can be placed in patients who are 70, 80, or even 90 years old.

With proper care, implants can last a lifetime. A high-quality implant placed by a skilled professional is more resistant to various influences than a natural tooth root. Titanium implants with optimal orthopedic load won't break or decay. Regular oral hygiene will support the health of your gums and preserve the integrity of the implant.

There are very few cases. However, if you have a severe systemic disease, such as cardiovascular issues, serious kidney problems, bleeding tendencies, immunodeficiency, or diabetes, it's important to inform your dentist. In some cases, side effects of the medications you are taking may negatively affect the healing process. Therefore, it is crucial to inform your dentist about all the medications you regularly take during your first appointment. Your dentist will recommend options and help you make decisions based on your overall health status.

Certainly, crowns on implants will stand out from the start due to their brightness and beautiful shape. Often, the dentist can whiten the other natural teeth. Unattractive front teeth can be covered with plastic or thin ceramic plates called veneers. Discuss your concerns with your dentist, as they can suggest a solution for almost any dental issue.

During the normal healing process, implants fully integrate into the upper jawbone within six months after placement, and into the lower jawbone within three months. At that point, your new crowns can be securely fixed. The dentist removes the implant cover and temporarily places a small cap (called a gum former) to shape the gum correctly. An impression is taken at this stage. The dental technician uses this impression as a basis for making the prosthesis. After precise color matching and fit verification, the prosthesis is firmly attached to the implants.

Yes. If you had a removable denture before the treatment, it usually needs only slight adjustments so you can continue using it. If you didn't have a removable denture, the defect can be covered with a temporary prosthesis. In some cases, it can be immediately fixed on the implants. For long-term use of a temporary prosthesis, there are solutions that make it nearly indistinguishable from the final crowns and your natural teeth.

Implant placement is a straightforward surgical procedure. Theoretically, there might be some complications like damage to nerves or blood vessels. However, with modern diagnostics and planning, this is highly unlikely. If the implant is placed by an experienced dentist, the risk is no greater than when removing a wisdom tooth.

No. Implants do not have any electromagnetic effect. They cannot impact the function of your heart pacemaker.