Dental Implants: A Permanent Solution for Missing Teeth
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth. Implants provide a strong, stable foundation for artificial replacement that looks, and functions very similar to your natural teeth.
How Dental Implants Work
A dental implant is composed of a small titanium screw (fixture) that is surgically placed into the jawbone. Over time, the implant fuses with the bone through a process called osseointegration, creating a strong and durable anchor. Once the implant has integrated, a customised artificial tooth (implant crown) is attached to the implant fixture, completing the restoration.
A local specialist will place the implant fixture in consultation with our practice, and we will place the new tooth crown on once healing is satisfactory.
Benefits of Dental Implants:
The Implant Process
Getting dental implants typically involves several steps over the course of a few months:
- After a comprehensive consultation and treatment planning, the implant fixture is surgically placed by a local specialist.
- Once healed, we will see you for impressions of your teeth.
- With the help of a dental laboratory, a custom-made implant crown is fabricated and then secured to the implant fixture at a subsequent appointment.
- With proper care and regular recalls, implants have excellent longevity.
If you’re missing one or more teeth, ask your dentist if dental implants are right for you. They offer a comfortable, functional, and natural-looking solution.