Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic: What Should Be Considered for Implants in Seongdong-gu?

Hello, I’m Director Dentist Sim Seong-hwan.

"Do I really need an implant?"

"Wouldn’t the cost be burdensome?"

"Are there any other options?"

Many patients often have concerns like these.

When a tooth is lost, there are several ways to use it again like a healthy tooth, and among them, an implant can be a natural and functional alternative.

Because implants are a surgical procedure, they can be an important choice that determines your future oral health, so they need to be considered more carefully.

So today, I’ll explain when implants are needed, how to choose a trustworthy dental clinic, and also cover the procedure and maintenance methods.

I hope that spending just 3 minutes here will be very helpful if you are considering implant treatment.

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic, Cases and candidates for implant treatment

There are many cases in which implants are needed, but the typical ones are when a tooth has been lost or severely damaged.

If decay is too deep to be resolved with root canal treatment, if a tooth becomes loose due to periodontitis (gum disease), or if a tooth breaks due to trauma, an implant can be a good choice.

In particular, if a tooth is left untreated for a long time after extraction, the jawbone can be resorbed and even affect neighboring teeth, so it is important to receive treatment at the right time.

Traditional bridge treatment has the drawback of requiring the healthy teeth on both sides to be filed down, and dentures can feel uncomfortable and may have reduced chewing function, so more and more people are preferring implants. However, not everyone can get implants right away.

People with systemic diseases such as diabetes or high blood pressure, people taking osteoporosis medication, and heavy smokers must consult a specialist before the procedure and establish an appropriate treatment plan.

That is why I do not recommend implants to patients recklessly or unconditionally.

Therefore, it is most important to first check your oral condition and overall health before the procedure.

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic, How to choose a trustworthy dental clinic

Because the precision of the implant procedure is so important, choosing a reliable dental clinic is essential.

It is basic to check whether there is a medical team with extensive implant experience, and it is also important to see whether the clinic establishes a treatment plan through systematic examinations.

A clinic that analyzes the condition of the jawbone through CT scans and creates a personalized plan for each patient can be trusted.

Also, because post-treatment care is very important for implants, you should be sure to check whether follow-up care is handled systematically.

It is a good idea to carefully check whether there is an implant warranty system and whether regular checkups are available.

It is important to perform the implant procedure well, but how you manage it afterward can also determine the outcome.

Since this is not just a treatment that ends once it is placed, but one that must be maintained long term, isn’t it important to proceed from the beginning at a trustworthy dental clinic?

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic, Implant procedure, cost, and maintenance tips

Implant treatment goes through several stages, so knowing the procedure in advance can reduce anxiety.

First, a detailed examination is performed to check the condition of the jawbone and oral health, and then a personalized treatment plan is established. After that, the implant fixture (the root part) is placed into the jawbone, and then there is a process during which the bone and implant integrate over about 3 to 6 months.

Once it has firmly integrated with the bone, the prosthetic crown is attached, and the treatment is completed.

One of the most common concerns patients have is cost. The cost of an implant can vary depending on the materials used, the difficulty of the procedure, and whether additional bone grafting is needed.

If you are 65 or older, dental insurance may apply and you may be able to receive implant treatment with only a partial out-of-pocket payment, so it is a good idea to consult the dental clinic in advance.

To use implants healthily for a long time, thorough maintenance is necessary.

It is important to care for them 2 to 3 times a day with a soft toothbrush and dental floss, and to check the implant’s condition through regular dental checkups.

In particular, if the gum around the implant swells or bleeds, you should visit the dental clinic immediately.

The lifespan of an implant can vary depending on how well it is cared for.

An implant is an important choice that determines the quality of your life going forward.

Rather than thinking that you should get one unconditionally, it is important to decide through thorough consultation what the best treatment is for your oral condition.

Good treatment comes from working with a good medical team.

I hope you refer to what I shared today and receive satisfactory treatment.

I support your healthy smile.

Thank you for reading this long post. This has been Director Dentist Sim Seong-hwan.

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic Seongdong-gu Implant

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic Seongdong-gu Implant

Songjeong-dong Dental Clinic Seongdong-gu Implant