Learn More About Dental Implants Costa Rica

The best options for dental patients who have either lost their natural teeth, or who may be at risk of losing them, is to get dental implants.

Dental implantation is a discipline that requires planning, research and diligence prior to execution. Dental implants Costa Rica are popular procedures because they are highly restorative; dental tourists can feel confident enough to flash a nice and bright smile to their loved ones upon returning home, but the therapeutic benefits of implantation far outweigh the aesthetics.

Dental implants are complex procedures that are among the most sought after by dental tourists in Costa Rica, particularly by those who choose the Flikier Institute of Dental Rehabilitation.

At the Flikier Institute, dental implants are the procedures that are most often requested by North American and European dental tourists. The Flikier Institute takes particular pride in the fact that a good portion of its dental team is staffed by implantologists
Understanding Dental Implants Costa Rica
Patients who get dental implants are the recipients of artificial teeth that are surgically implanted in the maxillary bone structure for the purpose of restoring the ideal state of dentition. Modern dental implantation procedures look very natural and do not leave any artificial roots visible.

The main parts of dental implants are the fixture, which gets inserted into the bone; the crown, which is the visible portion shaped to resemble the look of natural teeth. The crown may be made of ceramic materials.

Dental implants are made of materials that will vary according to the treatment plan designed for each patient. The implantology team and the medical director decide upon the materials and the techniques that will be used. The artificial roots are typically made of a material that is different from the one used to fabricate the crowns, which are made with ceramic materials designed to be durable and highly biocompatible.

Various techniques can be used for implantation these days. The Costa Rica All-On-4 implantation technique was created by a dental researcher from Portugal. The All-On-Four is also known as Teeth-in-a-Day, a name made popular by dental practitioners and patients from the United States. This implantation technique can be performed in a single day, which explains why dental tourists often ask about All-On-4 implants in Costa Rica.

Questions About Dental Implants Costa Rica

When are dental implants indicated?

Whenever a tooth cannot be saved, implantation becomes the most often recommended choice in terms replacement.

What is the difference between dental implants and natural teeth?

The most salient difference can be observed in the way that implants become attached to the maxillary structure. Natural teeth have periodontal ligaments that keep them fastened to the jaw; these ligaments are in turn made of collagen fibers. Dental implants are surgically attached to the bone with artificial devices. After implants are inserted, the implantology team can set them firmly in place so that they look and feel very natural.

Are dental implants the only choice?

Dental tourists who do not feel comfortable with implants should ask about alternative treatments. Implantation may not be possible for all patients; in these cases another restoration procedure may be considered.

Getting Dental Implants in Costa Rica

The Flikier Institute in Costa Rica reminds prospective patients that they should make their first phone call to the clinic a few weeks in advance of their desired surgical date. Dental tourists may be asked to visit a local clinic before they board a plan bound for Costa Rica.

In recent years, the Flikier Institute has successfully performed hundreds of implantations. These procedures are conducterd by implantology teams working alongside prosthodontists. Not all clinics that market their services to dental tourists offer implantation. The Flikier Institute takes pride in the fact that its staff includes implantologists trained in the United States.