Shindang-dong Dental Clinic: Don't Neglect Missing Teeth, Get Implants Quickly

Shindang-dong Dental Clinic: Don't Neglect Missing Teeth, Get Implants Quickly

As we age, it's common to feel our teeth gradually weakening. Even with diligent care to preserve permanent teeth, there are unfortunate instances where permanent teeth are damaged or lost entirely due to accidents or other oral diseases.

If damaged or lost teeth are left untreated, inflammation can occur in that area. If this worsens, the alveolar bone can erode, shortening the lifespan of surrounding teeth. Once a permanent tooth is lost, it does not naturally grow back.

Therefore, if you have a dental problem, prompt action is necessary. Especially in the case of a lost tooth, measures should be taken before the gum bone erodes and is absorbed. If a lost tooth is left untreated, the dental alignment can collapse due to the missing area, and it can lead to various problems such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and cerebrovascular diseases. So, don't take a single missing tooth lightly; visit Shindang-dong Dental Clinic quickly and receive timely treatment.

While many people visit the dentist for periodontal disease, cavities, or loose teeth, they often don't think of visiting a Shindang-dong dental clinic when a tooth is missing and leave it untreated. However, permanent teeth do not grow back naturally once lost, and leaving a missing tooth untreated for a long time can affect other teeth and lead to other diseases, as mentioned earlier. Therefore, it's important to receive timely treatment at a Shindang-dong dental clinic for your overall health.

In particular, if the gum bone is already significantly weakened or has been absorbed and lost, even if you visit a Shindang-dong dental clinic, implant placement may not be possible, or problems such as re-shedding may occur even if performed, requiring re-surgery. Therefore, it's crucial not to miss the opportune time.

Methods for treating missing teeth include dentures, bridges, and implants. Before implant treatment became widespread, dentures or bridges were often used to replace missing teeth. However, these methods had drawbacks: they negatively affected adjacent teeth, could not prevent gum bone absorption, and if the dental alignment shifted, patients had to revisit the Shindang-dong dental clinic for re-treatment.

Implants are a treatment that compensates for the shortcomings of dentures and bridges mentioned above. This method involves placing an artificial prosthesis, similar to a natural tooth, in the space where the tooth is missing. It has the advantage of not affecting adjacent teeth and can achieve about 70% of the chewing power of natural teeth.

However, even with excellent materials and state-of-the-art equipment, if implant treatment is performed using inappropriate methods or if the medical staff's proficiency is somewhat lacking, problems may arise in the future.

Therefore, when choosing a Shindang-dong dental clinic, it's necessary to carefully consider various aspects: whether the clinic has precise diagnostic equipment to meticulously examine the patient's oral condition, whether satisfactory implant treatment results can be expected by performing preliminary treatment for any oral diseases found before implant treatment, whether the medical staff performing the treatment has extensive experience in implant treatment cases, whether the cost is appropriate, and whether post-treatment care is well-managed. A cautious decision is essential.

At Shindang-dong Dental Clinic, the chief director, a specialist certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in integrated dentistry, provides 1:1 responsible care from consultation to treatment planning, treatment, and post-treatment management for implant procedures. The director is always present in the clinic, allowing for quick response in case of emergencies.

Furthermore, to ensure appropriate implant treatment, the clinic meticulously checks the patient's oral condition using 3D CT, a precise diagnostic device, before proceeding with treatment, allowing patients to receive highly satisfactory implant treatment.

For those who feel burdened by pain during implant treatment, we also reduce the burden of pain by using a digital pain-free anesthesia machine.

In particular, the navigation implant procedure performed at Shindang-dong Dental Clinic utilizes digital equipment to enhance accuracy and stability during placement, resulting in less bleeding, swelling, and pain compared to other implant treatments. This makes it suitable for elderly patients and those with systemic diseases. Moreover, as it involves minimal gum incision, the recovery period is shorter than traditional implant procedures, reducing the burden of treatment duration.

You might be wondering what navigation implants are. Simply put, Shindang-dong Dental Clinic's navigation implants can be easily understood as computer-analyzed implants.

This implant treatment is based on 3D data from CT scans. It precisely identifies parts related to teeth such as bone, gums, and nerves, then finds the optimal placement position for the patient through computer simulation before performing the actual treatment. This method is superior to other implant procedures in terms of stability and accuracy.

Shindang-dong Dental Clinic offers various implant treatments, including immediate extraction implants and bone graft implants, spearheaded by navigation implants. All medical tools used for treatment adhere to the principle of one tool per patient.

Furthermore, a meticulous 9-step sterilization system is maintained to prevent cross-contamination between patients. After implant treatment is completed, a warranty is issued along with thorough aftercare to help patients use their implants for a longer period.

Among elderly individuals, the primary reason for hesitation in undergoing implant treatment, despite needing it, is often the cost. At Shindang-dong Dental Clinic, seniors aged 65 and over can receive treatment with reduced financial burden through the national health insurance, which covers two implant treatments in their lifetime with a 30% co-payment.

Bareunyoung Dental Clinic is a Shindang-dong dental clinic located on the 2nd floor, a 1-minute walk from Yaksu Station Exit 6, and offers evening appointments every Tuesday and Thursday. Please note that making a reservation by phone, Naver, or KakaoTalk before your visit can expedite your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should missing teeth be treated quickly?

Yes, missing teeth should be treated promptly. Leaving a missing tooth untreated can lead to inflammation, alveolar bone absorption, shortened lifespan of surrounding teeth, and dental alignment collapse, as well as systemic health problems such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases.

What are the treatment options for missing teeth?

Treatment options for missing teeth include dentures, bridges, and implants. While dentures and bridges were commonly used in the past, implants are now considered an effective alternative that addresses their shortcomings.

What are the advantages of implants over dentures or bridges?

Implants are a treatment that compensates for the disadvantages of dentures and bridges. They do not affect adjacent teeth, can prevent gum bone absorption, and can achieve approximately 70% of the chewing power of natural teeth.

What are navigation implants?

Navigation implants can be easily understood as computer-analyzed implants. It's a method where 3D CT data is used to precisely analyze bone, gums, and nerves, then computer simulation is used to find the optimal placement position before performing the actual treatment.

What are the advantages of navigation implants?

Navigation implants utilize digital equipment to enhance accuracy and stability. Compared to other implant treatments, they result in less bleeding, swelling, and pain, and reduce gum incision, leading to a shorter recovery period. This makes them suitable for elderly patients and those with systemic diseases.

Can I receive health insurance benefits for implant treatment?

Yes, if you are 65 years or older, you can receive health insurance benefits. You can reduce the financial burden through a 30% co-payment benefit for two implant treatments in your lifetime.