Dental Implant Treatment, Service, Information
Missing Teeth Problems
People can lose their natural teeth for several reasons like poor oral hygiene, gum disease, unaddressed tooth decay, aging, accident etc.
Missing teeth can cause problems for your oral health. Replacing lost teeth is necessary because the gap created by one or several missing teeth can affect your ability to chew, eat, and talk. Moreover, the later a missing tooth is replaced, the greater the risk of bone loss.
Lost natural teeth can also compromise your brilliant smile and affect your self-esteem.
Permanent Solution to Replace Missing Teeth in Brisbane
While removable dentures used to be the only solution to replace lost natural teeth for many years, they are a thing of the past! More and more people in Brisbane now prefer a more natural-looking and permanent option to restore their smile.
Dentistry has significantly evolved throughout the years and has several tooth replacement options to offer.
Teeth implants in Brisbane is one of the most popular options with a high success rate that you can opt to permanently replace your missing or damaged teeth and improve your dental health and your compromised confidence.
What Is a Dental Implant?
Our dental implant service in Brisbane serves as artificial tooth roots surgically implanted into the patient’s jawbone using an implant post to keep artificial teeth.
Tooth implants will feel and look natural in your mouth, blend in with your other existing teeth, and restore your broken smile.
Dental implants provide patients with the same functionality as their own natural tooth roots and are considered one of the most reliable replacement teeth options.
Dental Implant Process
Dental implants require a surgical procedure because the surgeon should cut through the gum tissue to access the bone underneath it.
Our good oral surgeon in Brisbane will administer local anesthesia to eliminate pain and discomfort before dental surgery.
An opening will be made in the gum tissue so that the bone can be exposed and the dental implant specialist can access the bone.
The dental surgeon will drill a hole, place the metal tooth root into the jaw bone, and suture the gum tissue.
After implant placement, the jaw bone requires some time to heal and grow enough bone around the implant, a process called osseointegration.
Dental implant patients will typically need to wait for anywhere from 2 to 6 months until enough bone growth occurs around the implant post.
Osseointegration is an integral part of dental implant surgery because, during the process, a dental implant fuses with the patient’s body and can provide a solid foundation to hold the false teeth firmly in place.
Some people prefer to wear removable dentures during the healing process and until their new tooth or teeth are ready.
The next step involves the addition of an abutment to the dental implant, which can be done during the initial session or a separate procedure.
If our Brisbane dental implant specialists decides to install the abutment during a second session, they must first:
- Remove the healing caps,
- and screw the abutment to the implants during a minor surgical procedure.
- (The healing caps are placed over the dental implants during the first session.)
The gum tissue must heal for several weeks after the abutment is placed. After this step, a temporary crown may be placed on the dental implant.
The final step involves the dentist taking dental impressions of the patient’s teeth to ensure that the replacement tooth or teeth fit the existing natural teeth.
Patients need to arrange another appointment to receive their final new tooth. During their visit, the dentist will remove the temporary dental crown and cement or screw the permanent crown onto the abutment.
Benefits of Dental Implant Treatment in Brisbane?
Dental implants are gaining popularity because they offer several benefits, including durability, aesthetics, high success rate, bone preservation, and comfort.
- Dental implants encourage the growth of natural bone and prevent jawbone deterioration.
- Patients will experience improved facial and bone features after dental implant treatment.
- Dental implants are stable, so they won’t slip out of their place. Moreover, practising oral hygiene will be easy with dental implants because they are fixed in place.
- Implants are natural-looking, and people cannot tell them apart from your other teeth.
- There is no food restriction with dental implants, and you can eat your favourite food with confidence and without pain.
- Dental implants can last a lifetime with proper care.
- Unlike dental bridges, implants will not impact the neighbouring teeth.
- Your implants will not irritate your gums like dentures.
- Cheap dental implants done overseas are not covered by Australian consumer protection laws, are more likely to fail and if infection sets in during your travel. A medivac to Australia might mean that cheap dental implant treatment overseas didn’t turn out to be so cheap in the end and with more pain for longer.
Is the Dental implant treatment Painful?
At our clean hygienic dental implant clinic in Brisbane, dental implant placement will be done under anaesthesia, and your mouth will be numbed, so there is no pain in the procedure.
Patients will feel mild pain and discomfort after dental surgery, which may last a week.
Dentists may prescribe pain medications to control pain.
What Are Dental Implants Made of?
Dental implants are made of titanium and zirconia metals.
The metal dental implants are made of should offer strength, bio-compatibility, and resistance to corrosion because they are directly inserted into the jaw by our dental implant specialists in Brisbane.
How Successful Is Dental Implant Surgery?
Success Rate of Dental Implants
Dental implant procedures are usually successful, and the success rate is highly predictable.
Dental implants have a 98% success rate.
Who Will Perform Dental Implant Procedure?
An oral surgeon will perform dental implant placement because oral surgeons specialize in oral surgery and are considered qualified to perform the procedure.
Types of Dental Implants
The three common types of dental implants include:
Endosteal Implants
- They are the most common type of dental implant.
- Patients with healthy jawbones are good candidates.
- They are inserted into the jawbone.
Zygomatic Implants
- Oral surgeons will insert zygomatic implants into the cheekbone and are performed if the patient lacks sufficient jawbone.
Subperiosteal Implants
- Subperiosteal implants will rest above the patient’s jawbone under the gum and won’t be fused.
Am I a Good Candidate for Dental implant treatment?
We talked about how effective dental implants can be in improving your oral health and offering you a flawless smile. But not everyone is a suitable candidate for dental implant treatment.
Good Health
First, patients must be in good health to be considered good candidates for dental implants. So, please inform your dentist or dental surgeon if you have an underlying medical disease.
Healthy Teeth
Patients with tooth decay or periodontal disease (Gum Disease) may have an increased risk of dental implant failure. Therefore, dental decay and gum disease should be addressed and treated before you receive implants.
Healthy Jaw Bone
Having sufficient and healthy jawbone is necessary for dental implant procedures because implants must fuse with the bone to be efficient.
In the cases of bone loss or insufficient bone density, the patient may require a surgical procedure referred to as bone grafting.
A prepared bone graft will replace the patient’s damaged bone during bone grafting. The procedure helps the body regenerate new bone and strengthen the jawbone.
How to Take Care of Dental Implants
Following your dentist’s pre and post-surgical instructions can increase the longevity of dental implants.
Whether you have a single dental implant or multiple implants, sticking to regular brushing and flossing is imperative to avoid plaque buildup around the implants.
Your dentist may recommend switching to a soft-bristled toothbrush and a low-abrasive toothpaste to clean your implants. Nylon toothbrushes can be suitable options since they have gentle brushes and are not too harsh for implants.
Regular dental checkups at the Pure Dentistry dental clinic in Brisbane are also necessary to ensure dental health after dental implant treatment.
Dental Implants vs. Dental Bridges
Dental implants and dental bridges can both help you restore your broken smile.
Here is a quick comparison between the two:
- Dental implants are long-term solutions to replace missing teeth and can last a lifetime if they are appropriately cared for. Patients need to replace their tooth bridges every 8 to 10 years.
- While a dental bridge may cause gum or bone loss after some time, implants help with bone preservation.
- Implants do not impact or damage nearby teeth, while bridges need cutting down of the adjacent teeth.
- Fitting bridges do not require dental surgery, but implant placement does.
- Dental implant treatment prices in Brisbane are more costly than dental bridge prices in Brisbane.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental implants’ lifespan depends on how well you take care of them.
Generally, dental implants Brisbane wide are highly long-lasting and can last up to 25 years with proper oral hygiene.
Dental Implants Aftercare
Patients can enjoy a speedy recovery after dental implant procedures by following their dentists’ instructions.
- You may be recommended to restrict your physical activities following the surgery. (perhaps for the first 48 after the surgery)
- Try to stick to soft foods for a few days to accelerate recovery. Soft foods like jello, pudding, yogurt, and milkshake are preferable.
- Avoid having hot foods and drinks for the first 24 hours after the dental implant treatment.
- Keeping your head elevated and folding two pieces of damp gauze over the implant site will help with the control of bleeding.
- Patients may notice blood-tinged saliva for 2-3 days after the dental implanting procedure. It is no cause for concern.
- Swelling may last up to 7-10 days but will decrease gradually. Using ice packs can help minimize the swelling.
- Smoking and drinking alcohol are not recommended for at least two weeks.
- Avoid touching the surgical site with your tongue.
- Avoid applying too much pressure on the surgical site for a few days after the procedure.
- Take any pain medication or antibiotics that the dentist has prescribed.
Contact our Brisbane dentists in case of increasing pain, swelling, or bleeding.
How Much Does A Dental Implant Cost?
Cost of dental implants in Brisbane.
Dental Implant Cost in Brisbane
The cost of a dental implant can vary depending on how many teeth you need to replace or if you need bone grafts.
The implant procedure cost may be between $3,000 to $6,500 per tooth in Brisbane.
An implant can cost up to $11,500 per tooth for patients requiring a sinus lift or bone graft surgery.
Our Brisbane Based Dental Implant Specialists
Our dental implant specialists at Pure Dentistry in Brisbane will replace your lost natural tooth like it was never lost before!
Phone our Brisbane dental implant specialists today on phone number 07 3343-4869 for more information or make a dental implant appointment in Brisbane on telephone number 07 33434869.
