Internal Root Resorption, Need a Dental Implant + need advise.

[superinterstellar]

Dear All,
I happen to have internal root resorption(in a primary tooth) and now its too late to do anything(as per my dentist) except start preparing to get an implant. My dentist thinks it was caused by some accident/trauma but was missed out for many years(sigh, makes me ever more depressed)

There is no permanent teeth growing in place. I have to consider an implant sooner or later.

1. How are these implants? Do they feel normal?
2. I read that they could come with complications too (ie peri-implantis) at a later stage. Could this be treated safely without problems?
3. Also in the event if there is newer medicine(biotooth) available, could it be possible to remove an implant without causing much damage to the cell/tissue?

I am really depressed here.
Please help answer my questions.

 

[carole]

Hi to the fourm.

I am sorry I cannot answer your question. I just wanted to welcome you. I am sure someone will be along soon to help you.

All the best to you

 

[comfortdentist]

Implants are an excellent replacement for a natural tooth. I prefer to wait until someone is fully mature prior to placing any implants as slight changes can occur as late as 19-20.
Implant problems are chiefly due to lack of good hygiene, smoking, placing implants in thin bone and gums.
Allow your implantologist to create ideal conditions for your implant prior to placing it.

 

[CautiouCatie]

Hi, sorry to hear about your problem.

I have recently had 2 implants in the lower jaw and was terrified for all the reasons you have identified and more . My advice would be firstly to choose your implantologist ''very'' carefully. The proceedure is very straight forward and in my experience less traumatic than having an extraction. When the implant has integrated with the bone and the crown is placed it will probably feel a little strange. Nothing will ever be as good as your natural tooth, but eventually the brain seems to adjust to the imposter and doesn't give it a second thought. It is ''extremely'' important to keep on top of good oral hygiene and I was taught by the hygienist to care for the implant. Lots of tips were also given to me about caring for my teeth generally - how I wish I had met with her 20 years ago. It is also important to monitor the implant to make sure it is ok, and once placed there has to be a commitment to do this.

Hope this helps and good luck

Catie