What is osseointegration?

osseointegration is a phenomenon in which the implanted material integrates with a living bone and firmly anchor the implant in place. This occurrence was first observed in the early 20th century and doctors realized very quickly the consequences of osseointegration. Osseointegration can only undergo certain materials, with titanium one of the most popular possibilities of osseointegration. In other materials, the tissue fails to grow into and around the implant and will not anchor. Within a few months, the bone begins to grow into the implant and anchor the implant on the spot. Once the implant is installed and the bones have begun to grow into it, it will not be possible to remove the bone without damaging and will be able to bear the bearing weight. The implant can be osseointegrated into the jaw, allowing a dentist to mount the tooth on the implant. Cosmetic dentistry and reconstruction dentistry can use this implant technique. The procedure can also be used to create anchors for prosthetics such as prosthetic limbs, noses and ears.The prosthetics can be attached steadily and securely with osseointegrated anchors, which improves the comfort and functionality for the patient.

For prosthetic limbs, such as arms and legs, osseointegration has enormous potential. One of the biggest problems with attaching prosthetics is to find techniques that will fit firmly the implant on the body without causing pain or limiting freedom of movement. Incorrect attachment can also render the limb prosthetic to a large extent unnecessary because it cannot bear weight. With osseointegrated prosthetics, these problems can be solved. It usually takes about six months for the implant to successfully anchor in the bone, when the installation for prosthesis can begin.

rods used to repair severely broken bones can also be osseointegrated. In these procedures, the rod stabilizes the bone while healing, and also adds support and structure to protect the bone from re -breaking in the future. ProgressTo heal it can be assessed by performing X -rays and medical imaging studies of the place to confirm that the bones are growing into the implant and that the bone grows evenly.