Author: Roberto Markarian

Dr. Roberto Markarian is a specialist in Implantology and Prosthodontics, with a solid academic background including a PhD, Master's degree, and Post-Doctorate in Implantology. As the director of ImplArt Clinic—a reference in aesthetic oral rehabilitation and implantology in Brazil—he brings over 25 years of clinical experience and a track record of more than 12,000 dental implants and oral rehabilitations performed. As a researcher and educator, he has authored scientific publications in high-impact international journals and contributed chapters to international scientific books, including a publication by Springer Nature on Artificial Intelligence in Prosthodontics (2026, DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-24895-4_10) and another by Wiley on Digital Implantology and Computer-Guided Surgery (2022). Believing that clinical excellence stems from the integration of up-to-date scientific knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a genuine commitment to patient satisfaction, he pioneered digital implantology and computer-guided surgery in Brazil. CRO-SP 73583.

Fast dental implants treatment with Slactive implant + pure zirconia or pure porcelain prosthesis

Is it possible to carry out my dental implant treatment quickly and have the permanent prosthesis fitted straight away? This is a very common question and we understand this demand of fast dental implants. Nowadays, time is increasingly valuable and scarce, which leads to a need to complete dental treatment quickly.

All about fast dental implants in Brazil

First of all, it’s important to note that technology and modern techniques allow us to offer treatment with fast-healing implants, as well as completely computerized crowns and prostheses. We are talking specifically about the modern Straumann Slactive implant combined with Emax pure porcelain or Pure Zirconia prostheses .

So let’s take a closer look below and find out more about these modern dental implants. Fortunately, there are now several types of quality dental implant to choose from. All to make your implant treatment faster and more comfortable. If you’re short of time, try using rapid implants and the computerized prosthesis preparation system. With them, treatment is faster and more agile because it requires fewer treatment steps. In addition, treatment becomes more predictable and offers better technical and aesthetic results.

Fast healing dental implants: is there such a thing?

In recent years there has been a significant advance in dental implant technology. This is an expected movement, since each person has a specific demand, and implantologists and implant manufacturers need to respond to these demands. The demand for fast dental implant treatment is constant, precisely because of today’s lifestyle.

That’s why today we have implants available that cater, for example, for cases of low bone volume with short implants. Or those with high aesthetic needs(white ceramic dental implants). Or even those with a high need for bone and gum preservation(bone level implants).

As you are coming from abroad to Brazil, we are going to plan your treatment in advance. In this way we can optimize your time here and the outcomes of the treatments. Please contact us for further information and support.

Metal-free ceramic rapid dental implant

What’s more, for those patients who want metal-free dental implant treatment, we have a combination of ceramic implants and modern zirconia implant crowns. This ceramic implant not only has the benefit of no metal, but also offers rapid healing. In the case of this implant, osseointegration is expected to take 2 months. There are currently two types of ceramic implant, the first is Straumann’s Pure Ceramic implant, and the second is Neodent’s Zi white ceramic implant.

But another major demand from people is undoubtedly to speed up their oral rehabilitation by reducing the time it takes to install implants and a permanent fixed prosthesis. Pure zirconia crowns help to reduce the total treatment time.

implante slactive straumann, fast dental implants

After much research, Straumann has developed an implant surface technology called Slactive. It favors and accelerates osseintegration (a term that defines the healing and fixation of implants in the bone). In some cases, the healing period can be reduced from 6 to 1 month.

Recent studies show an excellent clinical performance of SLActive implants, both in single tooth implant treatments and in total implant treatments, and even in those using bone grafting. This is an option chosen by those patients who want a fast dental implant treatment, and are keen to use the latest technology for their implant treatment.

The definitive prosthesis is fixed in a short time after the placement of rapid implants. In some cases, implants can be immediately loaded

Oral rehabilitation with implants usually follows a timetable which, in short, is as follows step by step:

1 – Planning for dental implant surgery, with panoramic radiography and computed tomography. In many cases, an intraoral scan (digital reading) is already carried out to generate the first 3D-printed provisional prosthesis .

2 – Implant surgery. Implant surgery can be performed using the conventional technique, or through guided surgery, using the Surgical Guide, when the implant insertion sites are planned in advance. This way, once the implants have been inserted, there is no need for stitches. It is also called surgery without cuts.

3 – Installation of a temporary prosthesis, in the case of total implants or front tooth implants, which allows the patient to wait until the implants have completely healed. Dental implant healing can vary from 1 month to 4 months, depending on the type of implant chosen. It’s important to bear in mind that the chance of a successful dental implant is quite high, but it can be compromised if the patient is a smoker and doesn’t have good hygiene habits.

What happens when the implants have healed?

3 – Once the implants have healed, the process of making the final prosthesis begins, which can start with the stage of reopening the dental implants. If the type of prosthesis chosen is Emax Pure Porcelain or Pure Zirconia, the method for making the final prosthesis will be completely computerized.

4 – Installation of the final prosthesis. After this phase, which may involve making prototypes to study the color and shape of the new smile, the final prosthesis is installed on the chosen type of denture.

The use of Straumann Slactive implants means that, in some cases, the period of use of the provisional prosthesis can be reduced or even eliminated. Studies carried out by Straumann have already shown that the survival rate of the Slactive implant using the immediate loading technique after 10 years is 98.2%. This is the fastest dental implant available for those who want to speed up treatment.

What is Slactive surface technology for rapid dental implant treatment?

It is based on a sandblasting technique with large granules, which generates macro roughness on the titanium surface, followed by acid etching, which overlays the micro roughness. The resulting surface provides an ideal structure for the adhesion of bone-forming cells, which are necessary for osseointegration (integration between bone and implant). This amazing technology allows Straumann Slactive implants to be the fastest healing implants on the market.

fast dental implants — *Upper total dental prosthesis with milled zirconia framework and veneered with aesthetic dental ceramic* on dental implant

Pure zirconia or pure porcelain prosthesis for rapid implants: the gold standard in complete oral rehabilitation

Many people have the perception that a porcelain or zirconia prosthesis is a heavy piece and therefore not suitable for quick installation because it would hinder the healing of implants. But contrary to what it might seem, porcelain prostheses are much lighter than you might think. In addition to being the most modern and resistant options for the patient, they are also aesthetically superior.

By way of comparison, a full porcelain prosthesis weighs around 30g, while a tube weighs 25g. In addition, each dental implant supports a weight of 100kg, meaning that the weight of the prosthesis does not interfere with the implant.

The possibility of having a permanent porcelain prosthesis fixed on dental implants is a great relief for people who are determined to change their smile quickly. And no wonder. Pure porcelain or pure zirconia are undoubtedly the most advanced materials available for the manufacture of dental prostheses.

Firstly, Pure Zirconia and Pure Porcelain are the materials that most closely resemble natural teeth, both in strength and appearance. Secondly, because these materials have been designed for fabrication in computerized systems (CAD/CAM), which greatly speeds up the entire programming of rapid dental implant treatment.

Can anyone have rapid treatment with Slactive implants and porcelain prostheses?

As we have seen, advanced technology means that many more people have an indication for rapid dental implant treatment. However, each case needs to be assessed individually in consultation. Undeniably, oral health and health in general need to be well assessed before anything else.

In addition, certain habits that may prevent successful rehabilitation, such as smoking and bruxism, need to be considered. If you would like to have a treatment like this or find out more about rapid dental implants, please contact our team. Alternatively, you can schedule a consultation via Whatsapp by clicking on the button below. We at Clinica odontológica ImplArt would be delighted to hear from you!

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Dental contact lenses: step-by-step treatment

The dental contact lens is a set of extremely thin porcelain veneers (lithium disilicate), designed by a computerized cad/cam system and made by 3D printers.

Dental contact lenses

Dental contact lenses: step-by-step treatment

What are dental contact lenses?

Contact lenses are bonded to the front of the teeth individually and are used to correct certain aesthetic problems, such as misaligned teeth, stained teeth, pigmented teeth, cracked teeth, improperly shaped teeth, unwanted pain, irregular tooth size and correcting the position of the teeth.

They are bonded to the front of the teeth, individually, in order to correct certain aesthetic problems. These are cases of misaligned teeth, stained teeth, pigmented teeth, cracked teeth, improper shape, unwanted color, irregular tooth size, correction of tooth position.

Lenses are not recommended for unhealthy teeth, such as decayed teeth or teeth with periodontal disease. Contact lenses for teeth are capable of revolutionizing the aesthetics of smiles. Today we see many celebrities who have undergone the treatment and have undoubtedly had their smiles transformed.

Do I need dental contact lenses?

Contact lens treatment involves the use of advanced dental technology. It starts with taking a mold of the teeth. The digital impression is taken using an intraoral scanner that captures images of the teeth and gums and creates a three-dimensional model on the computer screen.

Based on these images, the dentist uses software that designs the dental contact lenses with customized shapes and shades for each patient.

Planning

The design can be for a single tooth or more. The approved computerized design is then sent to the digital prosthetics laboratory to make the dental lenses. A block of porcelain is placed in the 3D printer and the milling process begins until the block acquires the shape of the designed dental lenses.

Dental contact lenses are approximately 0.2mm thick. This ultra-thin thickness does not require any or little wear to the tooth surface in order for the lenses to be applied. They therefore differ from porcelain veneers.

Lente de contato — Example of a treatment with dental lenses: 1 – Initial situation, 2 – Tooth preparation (wear) and gingivectomy (removal of excess gum), 3 – Temporary lenses, 4 – Installation of definitive porcelain lenses.

Bonding dental contact lenses

Bonding is carried out after the tooth has been prepared, which involves professional cleaning to remove possible plaque and tartar buildup. The lenses are then bonded with cement specifically for dental use, without pain or the need to apply an anesthetic.

It’s a quick treatment and can even be carried out in a Day Clinic. The durability of dental contact lenses is undetermined. Porcelain is a very resistant material and has very similar characteristics to natural teeth.

Its surface is stain-resistant and does not require the patient to be cautious with highly pigmented foods and drinks, such as beet, carrots, wine, coffee, teas, etc.

This ultra-thin thickness does not require the tooth surface to be worn down in order for the lenses to be applied, so they differ from porcelain veneers. They are applied after the tooth has been prepared, which involves professional cleaning to remove possible plaque and tartar buildup.

The lenses are bonded with cement specifically for dental use, without pain or the need to apply an anesthetic. It’s a quick treatment which, in some cases, can be carried out in a Day Clinic. The durability of dentalcontact lenses is undetermined.

Porcelain is a very resistant material and, above all, has very similar characteristics to natural teeth. Its surface is resistant to stains and does not require the patient to be cautious with highly pigmented foods and drinks, such as beet, carrots, wine, coffee, teas, for example.

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Dental contact lenses price │ Contact lenses values

The average price of dental contact lenses can only be given in a dental consultation, as it depends on a face-to-face clinical examination, and the Federal Council of Dentistry prohibits non-face-to-face consultations. If you have any questions, please contact us through one of our service channels.

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Dr. Roberto Markarian, implant dentist

Text written by DR. ROBERTO MARKARIAN – CRO-SP 73.583
Founder and Director of the ImplArt Dental Clinic – Dr. Roberto’s Linkedin profile

Dr. Roberto Markarian is a reference in dental implants and computerized dental prostheses in Brazil. As well as having more than 10,000 implants installed, he is a researcher and produces knowledge that is published worldwide in renowned scientific journals in the field of dentistry. He is responsible for promoting knowledge and high technology applied in all the treatments offered by the ImplArt Clinic.

Post-Doctorate in Implant Dentistry – Univ SL Mandic (Campinas-SP) – 2020
PhD in Implant Dentistry – Doctor of Implant Dentistry, Univ SL Mandic – 2017
Dr. Roberto Markarian Specialist in Dental Implants at USP (Implant Dentist) – 2008
Specialist in Prosthodontics (Prosthodontist ) by the CFO – 2006
Master in Prosthodontics, USP – 2005
Graduated as a Dental Surgeon from USP (São Paulo) – 2001
Member of the Clinical Staff of Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz

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Digital Smile Design in Brazil with Artificial Intelligence: Preview your Future Smile at ImplArt Clinic

The desire for a renewed, more harmonious and healthier smile is the first step towards a major life change. However, a common doubt can lead to insecurity: “What will the final result look like?”. Fear of the unknown is one of the main barriers preventing many patients from realizing their dream of a new smile. That’s where the Digital Smile Design with Artificial Intelligence carried out at the ImplArt Clinic comes in. With it, we can predict the results of your treatment.

The ImplArt Clinic, under the direction of Dr. Roberto Markarian, a reference in Brazil and abroad in Dental Implants and Computerized Prosthesis, has just incorporated the newest Artificial Intelligence tool focused on Dentistry that allows you to accurately visualize the final results of a dental treatment planned with computer graphics.

This way we can give you the chance not just to imagine, but to visualize your future smile before any procedure is even started! Can you imagine seeing yourself with a new smile before you’ve even had it done?

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Whether your treatment is a dental implant, dental crown, prosthetic protocol or dental contact lenses, now, with the use of Artificial Intelligence at the ImplArt Clinic, you can see the results of your treatment and participate in the process of realizing the aesthetics of your new smile.

See above in this practical video how digital planning technology and artificial intelligence allow you to anticipate your result with impressive realism.

Digital Smile Design: How Does Technology Turn Predictability into Reality?

Digital Smile Design (DSD) is a protocol that integrates cutting-edge technology, artificial intelligence and the artistic sensibility of our team to create a reliable preview of your treatment. It transforms the initial consultation into a co-creation experience.

Understand the steps that allow us to design your new smile:

1. Complete Digital Diagnosis: The process at the ImplArt Clinic begins with high-precision documentation. Using a modern intraoral scanner, which replaces the old moldings, we create an exact 3D model of your mouth. We complement this with professional photographs and videos that capture the dynamics of your smile and your facial harmony.

2. The Design of the Smile (The Digital Architecture): With this data, Dr. Roberto Markarian and his team use advanced software with Artificial Intelligence to digitally design every detail of the new smile. We analyze the proportion, shape, color and alignment of the teeth in relation to your lips, gums and facial features, seeking a natural and personalized result.

3. Visualizing the Future (Your Participation): This is the moment when we present you with the simulation, like the one you saw in the video above. You will be able to see the “before and after”, give your opinion and ask for adjustments. Your feedback is crucial so that the end result is not only technically perfect, but also fully reflects your wishes.

Advantages that Go Beyond Aesthetics with Digital Smile Planning with Artificial Intelligence

Absolute Predictability: Have the security and peace of mind to visualize the end result before you start. This completely aligns expectations and eliminates anxiety. This applies to treatments such as Dental Implants for Front Teeth, Porcelain Veneers, and Total Implants with Zirconia Full Arch Prosthesis.
Millimeter precision: Digital planning serves as a guide for all subsequent procedures. It ensures that dental implants and zirconia crowns are made with unparalleled precision.
Clear communication: Visual simulation is the most effective form of communication. It allows you to understand each stage of the proposed treatment and actively participate in decisions.

The Perfect Connection: From Digital Planning to State-of-the-Art Treatments

The project you approve is not just an image. It becomes a digital map that guides our most advanced treatments:

Dental implants: For guided surgery implants, digital planning determines the exact position, angle and depth for implant installation, making the procedure faster, safer and minimally invasive.
Zirconia Crowns and Dental Contact Lenses: The design of the smile is exported to our CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and manufacturing) systems, which make the zirconia or lithium disilicate restorations with a perfect fit and impeccable aesthetics, faithfully reproducing what was planned.

Digital Smile Planning 3D printer — *Photo shows 3D printing stage of zirconia prosthesis, a product of Digital Smile Planning*

Your New Smile Starts with a Clear Vision of the Future

At the ImplArt Clinic, cutting-edge technology and human sensitivity go hand in hand to offer you not just a treatment, but a transformative and safe experience.

Always at the forefront of dental treatments, the ImplArt Clinic has positioned itself as a reference clinic for high-quality dental treatments. ImplArt is continually mentioned as the best dental implant clinic in Brazil, due to its expertise and high technology. Always thinking of offering the most modern treatments to patients, Dr. Roberto Markarian, PhD, invests in continuous innovation, always linked to the most modern practices worldwide.

We invite you to take the first step. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Roberto Markarian and discover the potential of your smile with the help of the latest dental technology.

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Dr. Roberto Markarian is a reference in dental implants and computerized dental prostheses in Brazil. As well as having more than 12,000 implants installed, he is a researcher who produces knowledge that is published worldwide in renowned scientific journals in the field of dentistry. He is responsible for promoting knowledge and high technology applied in all the treatments offered by the ImplArt Dental Clinic.

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Pure zirconia dental crowns – the strongest material for crowns

Zirconia crowns are dental prostheses indicated for restoration and dental rehabilitation in people who have had damage to one or more teeth. Rehabilitation with dental crowns aims to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the smile, improving not only chewing, the appearance of the teeth, but also self-esteem.

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Zirconia crowns: excellence for aesthetic results

However, some materials used to make dental crowns are not strong enough to be used in patients suffering from bruxism. As is well known, bruxism is a disorder of oral function movements, characterized mainly by involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth.

translucent pure zirconia crowns — *Translucent pure zirconia crowns*

*Pure zirconia crowns. Translucent zirconia is 10 times stronger than ordinary porcelain*.

It occurs mainly during sleep. This excessive load on the teeth and musculoskeletal structures of the face can cause problems with the teeth and correct occlusion in general.

Although the cause of bruxism is not very clear, it is certain that this condition most often affects people who suffer from emotional problems, such as stress, anxiety and excessive worry.

Just as the excessive force generated by bruxism can wear down teeth, it can also damage dentures made of certain materials.

In these cases, our team has the option of recommending porcelain crowns with a pure zirconia internal structure, which are proven to be more resistant and can withstand a greater load, even in patients with bruxism.

Zirconia acquires this strength because it goes through a controlled process called sintering, which is heating it at a high temperature in a special furnace. This process modifies its particles, creating a solid and very strong prosthetic piece. Other properties of crowns with a pure zirconia structure:

Metal free crown
Translucency – even in very bright environments
Biocompatibility – no risk of rejection
No cold or heat conductivity
They can be screwed or cemented onto implants

How do I know if I can have a crown with pure zirconia even if I have bruxism?

First of all, it’s important to assess the degree of oral impairment that bruxism has caused so far. If you have untreated bruxism for many years, there may be advanced wear of the dental crowns and/or root fractures.

Therefore, before receiving prosthetic crowns to rehabilitate and restore your smile, you will probably need to undergo treatment to correct these defects (e.g. root canal treatments, vertical dimension increase, clinical crown increase). Dr. Markarian, our general manager, saysthat controlling bruxism is essential to avoid future problems and porcelain crowns with a pure zirconia structure may be indicated.

ImplArt Odontologia has its own dental laboratory with the Cerec 3D, Cerec Primemill, Trios 3Shape and Ceramill systems, which speed up the fabrication of crowns with pure zirconia and metal-free ceramics, in some cases even in just a few hours in an ImplArt Day Clinic or Dental Spa, where you can carry out the largest number of dental procedures in just one appointment or in just a few days. This way, patients can set aside a day in their schedule or a few days in a week to dedicate to dental treatment, without it taking months to complete.

If you have any questions about treatment with metal-free aesthetic crowns, please make an appointment or contact us by clicking on the button below. We will be happy to assist you.

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5 Biggest Risks for Dental Implants

Are there any risks for dental implants? We’ll find out about 5 of them in this article. Dental implants are a more up-to-date, modern and low-risk alternative for tooth replacement than a fixed prosthesis on teeth or a removable prosthesis, the old dentures.

The technique for inserting dental implants is very safe, with an estimated 92% chance of success in non-smoking patients with good health and healthy habits. There are several types of dental implants available today, the most modern of which is the metal-free ceramic implant, an excellent option for those looking for metal-free implant treatment.

The single tooth implant, or total dental implant, is used to replace the root of one or more missing teeth and will serve as a support for an artificial tooth called adental prosthesis or dental crown.

Know more about the risks and dangers of dental implants

Crucial to the success of the procedure is the thorough planning of the implant surgery and the choice of specialist professionals who are qualified to carry out the dental implant surgery. This increases the chance of success of this important treatment, and therefore the chances of any complications are minimal.

So rest assured that you can enjoy all the benefits that this rehabilitative and safe treatment offers patients. The implant-supported prosthesis is made to resemble the person’s other natural teeth and also offer similar chewing strength.

Oral rehabilitation with dental implants is usually the best option for re-establishing the patient’s aesthetic and chewing functions, a treatment called total dental implantation.

But in very few cases, there can be some risks with dental implants. Here are the 5 main risks of dental implants:

1 – Risk of implant breakage

Patients who grind or clench their teeth (bruxism) can exert a lot of force on the implants, with an increased chance of breakage or fracture of the implants or the parts that make up the implant prostheses.

Patients who bruxism also increase the risk of loosening the screws that fix the implant crown. When this happens, the patient reports that the implant is “soft”. However, we mustn’t confuse the prosthesis becoming loose with the implant pin coming loose from the bone (which is much more serious).

Most commonly, when the problem is just the loose implant tooth, the patient feels no pain, while when the implant is lost there is always pain. If the implant fractures or comes loose from the bone, it must be replaced, starting the dental implant process all over again.

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Is it the dentist’s fault that my implant fractured?

There are several factors to consider, some of which would be the material of the prosthesis, the number and positioning of the implants, correct surgical technique, material of the dental implant, type of prosthetic components chosen, type of prosthetic connection chosen.

Assuming that the professionals are working to do their best, it’s rare that there will be any negligence in this regard. What really counts is the willingness of the patient and the professional to start again, perhaps trying to improve or perfect one of the strategies.

riscos do implante dentário — Apresentação das partes do implante dentário: implante (no osso), pilar + coroa dental (dente artificial)

2 – Inflammation in implants and risks

Inflammation can occur in a dental implant, manifesting itself as pain, swelling, pain when chewing, bleeding, and even the formation of pus in the implant. Please note that in any area of medicine where an artificial part is used inside the human body, there can be an adverse reaction of rejection.

This rejection phenomenon can occur in relation to the dental implant or an associated material such as a bone graft or a protective membrane. Bacterial infection can also occur in the implants, which can even prevent bone integration.

one of the risks of dental implants is peri implantitis — The implant on the left in the image has inflammatory bone loss, while the implant on the right has a normal bone level

That’s why all treatments at ImplArt begin with a thorough oral cleaning, as well as the removal of any infectious diseases such as cavities and periodontal disease. The patient will only have implant surgery if their mouth is clean and their oral health is good.

This is possible even if the patient doesn’t have all their teeth yet. When the prostheses on implants are finished, we teach the patient how to properly clean the dental implant. This correct hygiene is very important and certainly contributes to the chances of success of the dental implant.

3 – Risk of facial nerve damage

If the surgery is not well planned, with the use of CT scans and other imaging tests for mapping, damage to the jaw nerve can occur during dental implant surgery. In the area at the back of the mouth in the lower arch, there is a nerve that can be very superficial, especially if the patient has been without teeth for many years.

In patients with advanced periodontal disease, bone loss can also put the nerve at risk due to its proximity. To reduce the risk of nerve damage and paresthesia, the implant dentist will carry out imaging tests. The most commonly requested exam is a panoramic X-ray, but a cone beam CT scan helps to measure the bone and plan the implant.

Computer-guided surgery – reducing risks

To minimize the risks even further, we can perform computer-guided partial or total implant surgery, which offers little invasiveness and allows for perfect positioning of the dental implant, with no room for error.

Crooked or poorly positioned implants can have poor bone integration or even rejection. It is not in all cases that we are able to recover the patient from oral nerve damage or poorly placed implants.

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Depending on the severity of the problem, an injury to the jaw nerve can lead to sequelae such as numbness in the jaw or loss of sensation in the tongue or to the sensation of tastes (gustation).

At the ImplArt dental clinic, 100% of cases are operated on with a CT scan, which can be done in our own radiology center.

4 – Risks in the bone around the implants

Bone loss can occur in an implant that has suffered infection while healing in the bone. In addition, in cases where immediate loading is carried out, i.e. a temporary or permanent tooth is placed in position immediately after surgery, there is a greater risk of bone and implant loss.

This is because the newly placed dental implant does not yet have a mature attachment to the bone and needs to rely exclusively on its mechanical locking into the bone in order to fix itself. Most of the time, if the indication and technique are correct, immediate loading works well.

But in cases of immediate failure, the consequences can be serious, for example leading to major bone loss in the area. There are more advanced dental implant models that have improvements to the fit of the tooth and also in the chemistry of the surface so that healing in the bone occurs faster and more efficiently.

Today we have dental implants that allow you to have a permanent tooth in 1 month! Get to know the dental implant models with the best advances, such as Straumann implants, Neodent cone-morse implants (national), SIN implants (national).

dental implant risks — *Implant shapes and models have to do with clinical indications*

5 – Increase in risk factors – patient health and habits

There are risks to the success of implant treatment that don’t depend on the professional or the materials used, but on patient factors. Failure to clean the teeth,smoking and diabetes increase the chance of problems with the dental implant.

In this article, we only discuss the RISKS in dental implants, however the success rates of dental implants are very high, especially for current implant dentistry techniques performed by a dental implant specialist.

Dental implants are an excellent treatment if they are well indicated, planned and executed.

Come and see our work! The ImplArt Dental Clinic has been dedicated to implant dentistry and oral rehabilitation for 18 years. We are located in São Paulo, Brazil.

Text written by DR. ROBERTO MARKARIAN – CRO-SP 73.583 – updated on 26-08-2024
Founder and Director of the ImplArt Dental Clinic – Dr. Roberto’s Linkedin profile

Dr. Roberto Markarian is a reference in dental implants and computerized dental prostheses in Brazil. As well as having more than 10,000 implants installed, he is a researcher who produces knowledge that is published worldwide in renowned scientific journals in the field of dentistry. He is responsible for promoting knowledge and high technology applied in all the treatments offered by the ImplArt Dental Clinic.

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What is dental implant surgery like?

Dental implant surgery is not a complicated process. Certainly, with current techniques, it’s a common procedure with no unforeseen problems. Implant surgery can take as little as half an hour in the simplest cases, is done in the clinic, in the implant dentist’s own office, with local anesthesia and the patient feels no pain.

Here at the ImplArt Clinic, we get a lot of questions from patients, especially about how dental implants are done in practice. So, to answer this and other questions about implant surgery, we’ve prepared this article to answer all your doubts about the treatment.

What is the best dental implant?

Today there are various types of dental implant with different technologies and healing times. There are even implants that heal in 30 days, called fast-healing implants, such as the Slactive implant, from the Swiss company Straumann, which is a fast-healing dental implant. In addition to this implant, there is the option of the ceramic implant, the only zirconia implant available on the market that is titanium-free and more biological, making it an excellent option for those who don’t want to have metals installed in their mouths.

This ceramic dental implant option has been increasingly sought after at Clinica Dentaria Implart by patients who want metal-free implant treatment.

Dental implant surgery can also be performed with intravenous sedation, for those patients who have a phobia of dentists, or even for those looking for extra comfort.

How to do a dental implant procedure

Is it dangerous to have dental implants? Dental implant surgery is a more straightforward procedure than you might think

Dental implant surgery is a safe procedure, and increasingly has more modern resources to make it faster and more comfortable. Here at Clinica Dentaria ImplArt, we have modern systems and expertise.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to the implant procedure:

Step 1 – The procedure consists of making a small incision in the gum in order to expose the bone bed. The dentist needs to have good access to the area in order to install the implant correctly. If the dental implant surgery is performed with a Surgical Guide, it will be a blunt dental implant surgery
Step 2 – Small drills are then used to perforate the bone. The process is carried out in such a way as to progressively expand the cavity so that it can receive the implant of the size selected by the dentist.
Step 3 – The implant is then inserted into the cavity and given a protective cap.
Step 4 – The area is sutured, or in cases of Guided Surgery, the surgery is completed without the need for stitches.

Are you afraid of dental implant surgery?

Find out what resources are available at the ImplArt Dental Clinic so that you can have a very smooth surgery.

Watch the video below explaining how dental implant surgery is performed:

In the classic implant treatment, the pin is surgically fixed into the bone and then the gum is sutured. The site is left to rest for around one to six months, depending on the type of implant used. The implant screw remains inside the bone tissue and must therefore undergo the osseointegration process, protected from chewing forces and food residue.

Shortly after the waiting period, a small cut is made in the gum and then the implant receives a piece called a healer, this process is called reopening. The implant cap can remain exposed in the mouth while the implant heals. Afterwards, the healer is removed without anesthesia (because it is not necessary), and a metal abutment is adapted to receive the prosthesis.

Recovery from dental implant surgery / after dentalimplants?

During the rest period, the patient can use a temporary prosthesis for day-to-day activities. This also helps prevent bone resorption, which would require the use of bone grafts in the future. In some selected cases, the implant can be inserted without cutting, through a small circular opening made in the gum.

This greatly favors the healing of the area as well as patient comfort. Implant surgery should be performed by a dentist specializing in implant dentistry, who certainly has the experience and knowledge in the field to determine the best treatment for each patient. In order to have a good post-operative period, people who undergo this procedure should follow the dentist’s instructions, take care of their oral hygiene and avoid smoking, which can compromise the success of dental implant treatment.

After dental implant treatment, it is always important to carry out cleaning and prophylaxis every 6 months, as a way of looking after the results achieved and monitoring oral health.

Get in touch with us to schedule your appointment or ask any questions you may have. We at the ImplArt Dental Clinic are here to help you!

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Aesthetic and fast orthodontic braces

Self-ligating aesthetic orthodontic braces

A modern resource for aesthetic and fast orthodontic treatment

Aesthetic braces and self-ligating braces: what are the advantages over conventional orthodontic appliances?

Braces that don’t use rubbers

In conventional braces, the metal wire (orthodontic archwire) is attached to the brackets by small rubber bands. In self-ligating orthodontic braces, the wire is passed through a channel in each bracket and attached by small caps, thus eliminating the need for rubber bands.

Self-ligating braces are more aesthetic

The absence of rubber bands in self-ligating aesthetic braces is certainly what makes this model more discreet compared to conventional orthodontic appliances. In addition, the brackets can be made of translucent material on the front of the appliance. The pieces are also smaller than in other types of braces, making them more discreet.

More hygienic

The advantage of this method is that the absence of rubber bands makes oral hygiene easier and the patient doesn’t run the risk of losing some of them during treatment, which would loosen part of the wire. Absent rubber bands also help prevent the accumulation of food residue as well as plaque and cavities.

Faster treatment with self-connected devices

There are studies that prove that orthodontic treatment with self-ligating braces can be faster (up to 7 months faster than conventional braces). This advantage is mainly due to the lower friction between brackets and wire in this model, which makes tooth movement faster.

As a result, visits to the dentist’s office become less frequent, as there is no need for a lot of maintenance to change the rubber bands (rubber bands lose their elastic properties and strength over time, so they need to be constantly changed).

The auto-on device is more comfortable

For the patient, the greater freedom in moving teeth with self-ligating braces means more comfort and fewer episodes of pain during treatment, as self-ligating braces exert a lighter and more gradual force than conventional braces. Self-ligating braces also require fewer tooth extractions to be installed.

Indications of auto-on devices

Self-ligating aesthetic orthodontic braces, like conventional braces, can be used for a variety of orthodontic problems. However, it has a slight advantage in treatments that require arch expansion (smile opening). Self-ligating orthodontic braces can be used, for example, for:

Misaligned teeth
Missing teeth
Teeth growing in the wrong place (roof of the mouth, next to the tongue, rotated as well as crowded)
Open bite
Crossbite (the top teeth fit inside the bottom teeth when you close your mouth)
Swallowing difficulties
Bone changes (chin too far forward or back)
Mouth breathing
Retained milk tooth (the child’s tooth doesn’t fall out and the permanent tooth isn’t born)

Self-ligating braces: are there any disadvantages?

There are no major disadvantages to treatment with self-ligating braces.The price is still higher compared to conventional braces, but there are certainly many advantages added to the value of the treatment, especially for adults.

*Aesthetic orthodontic braces in the form of transparent plates*

Transparent aligner

Almost imperceptible device

ImplArt clear aligners are a new option for orthodontic treatment. The main advantage of this method is that clear aligners are very discreet and hardly anyone will notice that you’re wearing them. Just to illustrate, unlike conventional fixed orthodontic appliances, ImplArt clear aligners are plate-shaped and do not have brackets, metal wires or colored rubber bands.

The way they work is similar, but there are other differences, as you’ll see below. It consists of the sequential use of different plates, with minor adjustments to each one. The patient wears each aligner for about 2 weeks and the teeth move progressively until they reach the ideal position.

The aligner plates are custom-made for each patient, based on a digital mold taken from the teeth and a detailed plan made by our specialist team using an intraoral scanner.

In this computerized planning, tooth movement can be simulated in advance with three-dimensional images and the patient can follow the progress. Other advantages of ImplArt transparent aligners:

They can be removed by the patient for regular oral hygiene and eating;
They don’t interfere with speech;
Prevents irritation to gums and mucous membranes;
They require fewer office visits for strength adjustments;
More aesthetic than conventional braces.

Indications for transparent braces

Problems such as tooth misalignment, crowding, gaps between teeth (diastema), dental malocclusion, crossbite and overbite can be solved with orthodontic treatment.

Aligning plates can be designed to move some or all of the teeth, depending on the needs of each case. Many orthodontic problems, if not treated correctly, can damage your health and well-being throughout your life.

The most common problems are: pain in the muscles and bones of the face, pain and clicking in the temporomandibular joint, facial asymmetry, the appearance of periodontal disease, plaque build-up, tartar, gingivitis, tooth decay, snoring, sleep apnea, speech and chewing problems, among others.

Read about integrating implants and orthodontics

Orthodontic treatment with transparent aligners is a great success worldwide, and now you can find it at the ImplArt Clinic with aligners using national technology. Make an appointment now to see if your case could benefit from this technique. There are no age restrictions on the use of these techniques.

If you have any questions about the types of braces, price and value, please contact us. ImplArt Odontologia has a team specialized in orthodontics and in the technique of self-ligating orthodontic appliances and clear aligners.

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Porcelain crowns – Day Clinic

The placement of porcelain crowns is one of the procedures that ImplArt Odontologia performs with the convenience and agility of the Day Clinic – Dental Spa. A porcelain crown is a type of fixed prosthesis for application over a tooth or dental implant, indicated for replacing a tooth that has either been lost or cannot be maintained.

What are porcelain crowns?

For example: teeth with advanced caries, teeth broken as a result of an accident or teeth that are mobile due to periodontal disease and need to be extracted.

The Implart clinic offers dental implant services and porcelain crowns for them. Implants are performed to replace lost teeth or teeth that cannot be maintained. Porcelain crowns are prostheses that we recommend to restore damaged teeth, such as advanced caries or teeth broken due to accidents. They are also indicated in cases of tooth mobility caused by periodontal disease, when extraction is necessary.

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The application of the crown on tooth in short is recommended when the root of the tooth can still be maintained and the application of the crown on implant is when the tooth is completely lost, i.e. the tooth root is also extracted must be replaced by a titanium dental implant pin.

The porcelain crown is currently the material with the closest visual and physical characteristics to a natural tooth. ImplArt only works with high-performance porcelain so that the prosthetic crown looks almost indistinguishable from the neighboring teeth.

The porcelain crown can be made with internal metal reinforcement (usually recommended for posterior teeth) or with metal-free white zirconia reinforcement (recommended for anterior teeth due to the aesthetic needs of the smile).

What is the difference between a porcelain crown and a dental contact lens?

In general , lenses only cover the outside of the tooth, like a veneer. Their thickness is thin, corresponding only to the tooth enamel. A porcelain crown, on the other hand, surrounds the tooth completely (360 degrees), requiring more wear and tear on the tooth. Despite this, a crown is expected to last longer than a lens. Both porcelain crowns and lenses can be digitally designed and manufactured by robotic machines. Lenses can also be used to repair a dental prosthesis.

Learn about some of the indications for porcelain crowns:

Reconstruction or replacement of a tooth to improve the aesthetics of the smile
Reconstruction or replacement of a tooth to improve chewing
Replacing large or broken restorations when there is not much tooth structure left
Replacing a tooth with a metal restoration (unaesthetic) with a porcelain crown in the color of the neighboring teeth (aesthetic).
Protecting a tooth with a healthy root
Dental implant application
Replacing old or badly made crowns
Reconstruction and protection of teeth that have undergone root canal treatment
Because they are made from state-of-the-art porcelain, the crowns are highly aesthetic, resistant and durable.

How is the Day Clinic procedure done?

ImplArt Odontologia has a structure that allows several dental procedures to be carried out intensively at the Day Clinic, including the placement of porcelain crowns. The structure is made up of computerized systems that speed up the design and manufacture of prostheses, a dental laboratory within the clinic, as well as a multi-specialized team to carry out a complete treatment, from diagnosis to completion.

Porcelain crowns are a procedure carried out by ImplArt Odontologia. Porcelain crowns are fixed prostheses used to replace lost or damaged teeth. These crowns can be placed over natural teeth or dental implants. ImplArt offers the service of placing porcelain crowns at the Day Clinic – Dental Spa, with convenience and agility. These porcelain crowns provide patients with aesthetics and functionality.

The computerized design of the porcelain dental crown is made according to a digital molding of the teeth obtained through a scan of the teeth. This makes it possible to design pieces that are completely customized to each patient’s needs. The crown is made by 3D tooth printers.

Normally this whole process takes a few weeks, but with ImplArt’s Day Clinic this time is considerably reduced. The execution and durability of the treatment vary according to the complexity of each case. Contact us and make an appointment to see if your case could benefit from this technique.

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Straumann Implants – Discover the best implants

Straumann implants are considered to be the best dental implants in the world. Based in Basel, Switzerland, Straumann is a world leader in implant dentistry and oral tissue regeneration.

With over 60 years of experience, Straumann has stood out for the excellence of its dental implants. Its products are recognized for their high quality and precision, providing long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing results. In addition, the company constantly invests in research and development, seeking to improve its implant technologies and techniques. This makes Straumann implants highly reliable and widely used by dental professionals around the world.

Straumann implants are considered the best dental implants in the world

Straumann implants advantages

In collaboration with leading clinics, research institutes and universities around the world, Straumann has been researching and developing high-techdental implants, surgical instruments, prosthetic components and biomaterials for oral tissue regeneration since 1974.

Straumann’s products and services are available in more than 70 countries. This standard of excellence certainly allows dentists to offer their patients less traumatic, less invasive treatments with predictable long-term results, both aesthetic and functional.

Straumann implants are manufactured with three basic requirements in mind: reliability (scientific research), simplicity (ease of use) and versatility (diverse applications).

The brand has an extensive range of implants with different sizes, diameters, angles, material composition and surface technologies, which considerably increases the possibilities for rehabilitation in various situations.

Straumann Implants Technologies

Regarding the level of implant positioning compared to the bone and gingiva:

Straumann Soft Tissue Level Implants – higher tooth connection implants, at gingival level.

Straumann Bone Level Implants – bone level implants with internal connection, with the aim of preserving bone and gum tissue, as well as favoring aesthetic results.

Regarding the material that makes up the implant and its healing time

PURE Ceramic impl ants – pure white ceramic, zirconia implants that are mainly indicated for the anterior region of the arch. This provides a better aesthetic result for the treatment (estimated healing time = 2 months)*.

SLActive implants – implants with surface technology that not only favors but also accelerates the osseointegration process (estimated healing time = 21 days – 1 month)*

Roxolid SLA implants– implants made with titanium and zirconia reinforcement. They are small in size and highly resistant, making them ideal for patients with little bone volume (estimated healing time = 2 months)*.

* According to the manufacturer. Compliance with the deadline will depend on other factors such as the quality of the bone, the presence or absence of a bone graft, associated tooth extraction, infections at the site and insertion torque.

implante de zirconia Pure Ceramic Straumann — *Straumann Pure ceramic: White ceramic implants, suitable for highly esthetic situations.*

Regarding the type of connection between the implant and the dental prosthesis – type of platform

Cone Morse connection – a locking system that favors better stability of the tooth and thus prevents it from loosening in the future. In addition, the cone-morse connection promotes a better seal in the implant-tooth connection, reducing infiltration and the number of bacteria around the implant. This effect is known as Platform Switch in scientific literature.

Straumann short implants

Straumann Standard Plus Short (SPS) implants are the shortest implants available on the market (they are only 4mm long) and are especially suitable for patients who, for whatever reason, find themselves with limited bone availability.

The lack of sufficient bone height in the mandible contraindicates the use of normal-length implants, unless this height is first reconstructed with bone grafting. The most common cases that compromise bone availability are:

Severe mandibular bone resorption – very common in people who have been edentulous for many years;
Poor bone quality; History of periodontal disease;
Patients with other medical conditions, such as diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.
Poor bone quality;
History of periodontal disease;
Patients with other medical conditions, such as diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.
Severe mandibular bone resorption – very common in people who have been edentulous for many years;
Poor bone quality;
History of periodontal disease;
Patients with other medical conditions, such as diabetes, osteoporosis, etc.

Short implants for difficult rehabilitation cases

These implants give the dentist more confidence to recommend them to patients who were not previously candidates to receive them. They also improve the predictability of treatment and the chances of acceptance.

Because these implants are very versatile for use in patients with compromised bone availability, the indication of bone grafting for vertical reconstruction can be dispensed with in many cases, offering greater peace of mind and speed of treatment. Standard Plus Short implants are indicated for:

Fixed partial dentures/units with splint (one implant per unit);
Cases of pontics in combination with a longer implant;
Totally edentulous cases with at least two SPS implants in combination with two longer implants in the anterior region.

Straumann Standard Plus Short (SPS) implants are made from a titanium-zirconium alloy called Roxolid, which is proven to be stronger and better than pure titanium.

They also have a surface with SLActive technology which facilitates the start and acceleration of the osseointegration process. The indication of this or other dental implant models is subject to professional analysis of each case.

Straumann implants price

It’s common to be asked about the price of Straumann dentalimplants online. However, the price varies according to the clinical indication, the need for grafting or not, the number of implants used and the professional.

That’s why the price of a Straumann dental implant can only be estimated once the patient has been assessed in person. We are talking about the best brand of dental implants, accepted by patients who want the best for their dental treatment.

Tooth replacement in just 1 month with Straumann implants and CAD/CAM crown

In selected cases, it is possible to install a dental implant with a CAD/CAM-designed crown within 1 month. This is possible because the ImplArt Clinic works with Straumann Slactive implants.

These implants have surface technology that favors and accelerates healing and the biological interaction between implants and bone (osseointegration). It’s worth remembering that dental implant surgery doesn’t hurt at all, and that implants can be placed at the same time as the bad tooth is extracted.

Successful osseointegration is certainly what guarantees the stability of the implant to support the prosthesis and the masticatory load over the years. With normal implants, osseointegration usually takes place between 6 and 8 months, while with Straumann Slactive implants the healing time can be reduced to 3 to 4 weeks (21 days).

Temporary prosthesis for healing and aesthetics

During this healing period, the patient wears a temporary prosthesis so that they don’t lose their tooth. In the meantime, our prosthetics laboratory carries out the digital CAD/CAM design and makes the definitive prosthesis using 3D printers.

The project starts with a digital mold that is taken using an intraoral scanner, an intraoral camera that captures precise images inside the patient’s mouth. This way, with these three-dimensional images, it is possible to design a prosthesis with the best fit and perfect shape for each need.

The prosthesis is made using a 3D printer. It can be made of porcelain, a very resistant, aesthetic material comparable to natural human teeth, and with a metal or zirconia internal structure.

It is worth noting that the possibility of installing a dental implant and definitiveprosthesis in just one month is only possible in selected cases. An assessment by our specialized team will determine this possibility taking into account certain characteristics, such as the volume of bone available and the patient’s general state of health.

Fixed dental prosthesis for Straumann implants

The rapid installation of a dental implant with a permanent crown restores chewing ability, the aesthetics of your smile and the confidence to speak and smile. The decision on which implant is best for you will be made between you and your ImplArt dentist.

The advantages and disadvantages of each system will be presented so that the choice can be made carefully. ImplArt Odontologia relies on all this technology to promote the treatment of its patients.

Some smiles rehabilitated with fixed prostheses on dental implants

fixed metal-ceramic prosthesis on implants — Straumann Implants - Discover the best implants

complete oral rehabilitation dental implants — Straumann Implants - Discover the best implants

We have been accredited in the use of Straumann implants since 2002. Dr. Roberto Markarian, ImplArt’s scientific coordinator, is a member of the ITI – International Team for Implantology, an entity linked to Straumann that brings together the world’s best specialists for the development of new products and techniques. Service in English and Spanish.

If you have any questions, please contact us or make an appointment. We offer face-to-face and online consultations, especially for people living in other cities, states and countries.

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Bruxism and Dental Clenching: Understanding the Causes, Symptoms and Treatments According to Dr. Roberto Markarian

Bruxism and Dental Clenching, popularly known as the habit of grinding and dental clenching are dysfunctions that affects around 40% of the Brazilian population, according to data from the World Health Organization (WHO). At the ImplArt Clinic, located in São Paulo, this disorder is one of the most frequent complaints from patients seeking treatment for orofacial pain, tooth wear and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems.

Dr. Roberto Markarian, director of the ImplArt Clinic, stresses that it is important to emphasize that the treatment of bruxism and clenching must be individualized, taking into account the specific needs of each patient. A consultation with a dental surgeon is essential for a proper diagnosis and definition of the best therapeutic approach. Even patients with dentures and dental implants who suffer from bruxism should seek treatment.

What is bruxism and how does it manifest itself?

Bruxism can occur both during sleep(nocturnal bruxism) and while awake(daytime bruxism). In both cases, the patient performs the unconscious act of grinding or clenching their teeth with excessive force, causing consequences such as pain in the jaw, temples, etc.

According to Dr. Roberto Markarian, specialist in implant dentistry and clinical director of ImplArt,

“Bruxism is often silent and is only noticed when the symptoms become more intense. These include jaw pain, headaches, tooth wear and fractures in restorations or dentures and even dental implants.”

Main causes of Bruxism and Dental Clenching

Bruxism and dental clenching are associated with multiple factors, including:

Emotional stress and anxiety
Changes in sleep (such as apnea)
Dental malocclusion
Use of medication such as antidepressants
Neurological or muscular problems

Dental clenching, on the other hand, is a form of bruxism in which the patient keeps their teeth pressed together without lateral movements, and is equally harmful.

BRUXISM AND dental CLENCHING — *Pain caused by bruxism and dental clenching*

Most common symptoms

Tooth wear or fracture
Pain or tiredness in the chewing muscles
TMJ clicking
Headaches, especially on waking
Tooth sensitivity
Insomnia or non-restorative sleep

Personalized diagnosis at the ImplArt Clinic for Bruxism and Dental Clenching

The ImplArt Clinic carries out the diagnosis by means of a detailed clinical assessment, imaging tests (such as CT scans and intraoral scans) and functional analysis of the bite. Dr. Markarian highlights:

“In many cases, bruxism is discovered during planning for dental implants, dental contact lenses or oral rehabilitation, as signs of wear are visible on the tooth surfaces. That’s why a multidisciplinary approach is essential.”

Effective treatments for bruxism and clenching

The treatment of bruxism is very specific and often multidisciplinary, as it is usually linked to the patient’s mental state, in the vast majority of cases. Given that modern lifestyles are accompanied by a great deal of stress, it is important to find out the reasons that trigger the symptoms and try to treat them.

Major-relaxing bite plates or occlusal plates

Miorelaxing bite plates are removable intraoral devices, usually made of acrylic resin, which cover the surfaces of the teeth. Their purpose is to protect the teeth from damage caused by clenching or grinding and to reduce the associated muscle sensitivity. The use of these plates can reduce the activity of the masticatory muscles, helping to relieve the symptoms of bruxism. At the ImplArt Clinic, myorelaxing bite plates are made and designed using modern computer graphics systems to study the patient’s ideal bite.

Major-relaxing bite plates: Custom-made devices used during sleep, usually made of acrylic resin, which cover the surfaces of the teeth.
They reduce tooth wear and relieve muscle tension.

💉 Botulinum toxin (Botox)

The application of botulinum toxin type A to the masticatory muscles, such as the masseter, has been used to reduce the excessive muscle activity associated with bruxism. This approach can relieve pain and muscle discomfort, improving symptoms.

Applied to the masticatory muscles to reduce the force of clenching.
Effective results for up to 6 months.

💊 Medicines

In some cases, medication may be indicated to control bruxism. Muscle relaxants can be prescribed to reduce muscle activity during sleep. In addition, in specific situations, anxiolytics or antidepressants can be used, always under medical supervision.

Muscle relaxants or anxiolytics (when indicated by health professionals).
Relief of symptoms related to pain and tension.

🧘 Complementary therapies

Bruxism is often associated with stress and anxiety. Cognitive-behavioral therapies, relaxation techniques, meditation and other psychological approaches can be effective in reducing bruxism episodes, especially when emotional factors are involved.

Psychotherapy, relaxation techniques, mindfulness and physiotherapy.
Treatment of the emotional or postural cause of bruxism.

Occlusal rehabilitation

In cases where there is occlusal interference or bite problems, occlusal adjustment may be indicated. This procedure aims to correct inadequate dental contacts that may contribute to bruxism. In addition, dental rehabilitation, including restorations and prostheses, may be necessary to restore proper bite function.

Adjustments to the bite or replacement of missing teeth with prostheses or implants.
In advanced cases, occlusion correction is essential.

Is it possible to eliminate bruxism and dental clenching?

According to Dr. Roberto Markarian, it is important to emphasize that in order to mitigate the effects of bruxism, multidisciplinary treatment should be adopted, with a view to the patient’s well-being in a holistic way, i.e. treating the individual as a whole and not just from a dental point of view.

If we think only of a bruxism plate, what is expected is an immediate reduction in the symptoms of bruxism, but the plate itself will not cure bruxism and teeth clenching. The bite plate helps to redistribute the pressure on all the teeth, protecting the teeth from the force of the bite and easing the patient’s pain.

With this in mind, the ImplArt Clinic offers patients who need Porcelain Crowns and Protocol Prostheses, and who suffer from bruxism, the option of using Zirconia Prostheses. Zirconia is a highly resistant and biocompatible material that is very suitable for those who suffer from bruxism precisely because of its high resistance.

When Bruxism and Dental Clenching are not treated

Untreated bruxism can lead to:

Loss of tooth structure
Need for rehabilitation with dental implants or fixed prostheses
Chronic pain in the temporomandibular joint
Aesthetic impairment of the smile

Dr. Markarian adds:

“We have seen several patients who, after years of untreated bruxism, suffer from constant headaches and tooth wear. In addition, intensive clenching can lead to tooth fractures and even dental prostheses such as implant protocols.”

Schedule your evaluation at the ImplArt Clinic

If you feel pain in the jaw joint, or even notice that your teeth are wearing down, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Roberto Markarian, director of the ImplArt Clinic. Early diagnosis and proper treatment can prevent serious consequences for your oral health.

👉 S chedule your appointment now by WhatsApp (11) 99598-1866

Guide of Bruxism and dental Clenching

Text written by DR. ROBERTO MARKARIAN – CRO-SP 73.583
Founder and Director of the ImplArt Dental Clinic – Dr. Roberto’s Linkedin profile
Access Dr. Roberto Markarian‘s scientific production on Google Scholar

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