Dental implants in Colombia

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are small titanium structures surgically placed into the jawbone, mimicking the roots of natural teeth.

A custom-made dental crown is then placed on top, providing the appearance and function of a natural tooth.

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What does dental implant treatment involve?

1.

Evaluation and Planning:

The specialist team at Gabriel Murillo Dental Clinic in Armenia will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your oral and facial health to determine if you’re a suitable candidate for dental implants.

2.

Dental Implant Placement:

In a precise and safe surgical procedure, dental implants are placed into the jawbone. These implants serve as artificial roots, providing a stable foundation for dentures.

3.

Integration and Healing:

After placement, the implants require a healing period to fuse with the jawbone, a process known as osseointegration. This step is crucial for ensuring the long-term stability and success of the implants.

4.

Prosthetic Restoration:

Once the implants have successfully integrated with the bone, custom-designed dental prostheses are placed over them. These dentures are tailored to fit your mouth and offer a natural look and function.

5.

Facial Reconstruction:

In some cases, additional procedures such as guided bone regeneration, socket preservation, or maxillary sinus grafts may be needed to reconstruct facial structures and achieve a harmonious and functional appearance.

Prices of a dental implant in Armenia, Quindío, Colombia

*Terms and conditions apply - Fees 2024
Implant placement plus prosthetic restoration
Dental Implant: Starting at $424.65 USD
Implant-supported crown: Starting at $412.36 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan and photos (8) $45.72 USD
Surgical guide: Starting at $66.92 USD (not all cases require the use of this guide)

What are bone grafts?

Bone loss (bone atrophy) leads to a reduction in the jawbone volume, making it challenging to place dental implants. This situation presents a
significant challenge, as one of the key requirements for successful implant placement is having sufficient bone volume and shape at the intended site.

Generally, a minimum bone height of 10 mm and a width of 5 mm is needed for successful implant placement. If these measurements fall short, additional bone must be generated. To achieve this, techniques like bone regeneration and bone grafting are employed alongside the implant placement process.

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Why Might There Be Insufficient Bone for Implant Placement?

Several factors can contribute to a lack of bone where dental implants are to be placed:

  • After a tooth is extracted, the bone surrounding its root gradually diminishes, a process known as residual ridge bone resorption. Using removable prostheses that rest on the gums can accelerate this bone loss by exerting additional pressure on the underlying bone.
  • Periodontal disease (gum disease) can also lead to bone loss.
  • Tooth loss due to trauma often results in a bone fracture, creating a defect that may require reconstruction before implants can be placed.

Dental Bone Regeneration Techniques:

Various strategies can be used to augment residual bone, with the choice depending on the amount, shape, location, and aesthetic requirements of the missing bone. After thoroughly analyzing models, X-rays, and CT scans. The specialists at Gabriel Murillo Odontólogo’s clinic in Armenia determine if the patient requires regenerative techniques.

Técnicas para Regeneración Ósea Dental

The regenerative options include:

1.

Post-extraction bone filling.

After a tooth extraction, the placement of a dental implant is sometimes delayed. In such cases, the gap is filled with a bone graft to prevent bone loss.

2.

Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)

For small bone defects or when a dental implant isn’t fully covered by bone, a particulate bone graft is placed under a collagen membrane. This process encourages the formation of new bone.

3.

Bone graft

Larger bone defects need to be augmented before implant placement. Bone grafts serve as a framework for regeneration.

Types of grafts according to their origin:

  • Alloplastic: synthetic, mainly hydroxyapatite.
  • Allogeneic: obtained from bones of other human beings, processed and sterilized.
  • Xenogenic: obtained from bovine bone, three-dimensional structure similar to human bone.

Types of grafts according to their shape:

  • Particulated grafts
  • Block grafts

Bone regeneration prices in Armenia, Quindío, Colombia

*Terms and conditions apply - Rates 2024
Gentle Tooth removal with Alveolar Socket Preservation
$ 424.65 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD
Guided vertical/horizontal bone regeneration for 1 to 2 teeth
$ 513.95 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD
Bone regeneration guided vertical/horizontal for 3 to 4 teeth
$ 873.49 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD
Bone regeneration guided vertical/horizontal 1 quadrant
$ 1,112.13 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD

Sinus Lifts

Bone augmentation in the upper arch, known as a sinus lift, is a surgical technique designed to create a sufficient bone foundation for placing osseointegrated implants when bone density is inadequate.

This procedure is utilized when bone density has diminished, complicating implant placement. The sinus lift is a straightforward and painless solution that enables the replacement of missing teeth in patients whose bone volume has decreased due to the loss of molars, restoring full oral function.

There are two variations of this technique, tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

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Prices for Sinus Lift Surgery in Armenia, Quindio, Colombia

*Terms and conditions apply - Fees 2024
Advanced Maxillary Sinus Grafting with Piezoelectric Technique starting at
$ 661.34 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD
Intralift Sinus Surgery with Implant Placement starting at
$ 735.54 USD
Diagnostic aid exams: Dental CT Scan $33.46 USD

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can a dental implant last?

“A dental implant can last on average 30 years or more when oral care and hygiene habits are proper.”

How long does it take to place an implant?

“The time it takes to place a dental implant is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on the complexity of the case”.

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