Dental Implants Melbourne

What are Dental Implants?

Our Melbourne based dental implant studios are designed to provide our patients with a fixed long term tooth replacement option, which combines a titanium post that is attached to a restoration to create a complete functional tooth.

These are considered to be the most natural looking replacement for missing teeth. Unlike other tooth replacement options like dentures, dental implants deliver unparalleled stability which reduces and eliminates gum irritation and slipping.

Think about the self confidence that dental implants can achieve, from smiling, talking, chewing and speaking. They are highly customized and designed to fuse permanently with your jawbone and are catered to each individual.

Why Get A Tooth Implant?

An implant service is known to have many benefits over alternative false teeth options. Some of them are:

• Teeth Implants last longer than dentures or bridges.
• They allow you to eat hard food items with no trepidation because they are sturdier than bridges or dentures.
• They prevent bone loss.
• Patients of all age groups can have this treatment.
• An implant provides the look and functionality of real, natural teeth.
• Improves self-confidence and transforms your smile
• Easy to use and maintain
• Provides seamless chewing and biting capabilities

Who Is A Candidate For Dental Implants?

Those of you who have a missing tooth or several missing teeth will benefit from a dental implant. There has to be sufficient ideal jawbone density for support, and healthy gum tissue is essential.

At your initial consultation, our team at The Smile Designer Dental Studio will perform a comprehensive oral exam to determine if dental implants could be the right option for you.

Some patients with inadequate jawbone or healthy gum tissue may undergo additional procedures like bone and gum grafting to create additional support for the dental implants.

Take advantage of our complimentary dental implant consultation where our team will guide you through your options and costs.

Your Dental Implant Options

Single Tooth Implants

These are comprised of a titanium post and custom made implant crown restoration. Each implant tooth is designed to replace your single missing tooth, and will mimic the structure and function of your previous natural tooth.

Procedures like bone and gum grafting may be required and we will guide you through these procedures if needed. You can brush, floss and eat as normal. The colour of the implant crown will be blended in beautifully to match your surrounding natural teeth.

Multiple Teeth Dental Implants

Dental bridges that are secured on implants can replace adjacent missing teeth in a single restoration. These fixed or removable bridges offer enhanced stability together with natural looking aesthetics.

Depending on the number of missing teeth, the quality of your jaw bone, and the health of the gum tissue, multiple teeth can be supported by two to six dental implants.

Implant Supported Dentures

These are dentures that are supported by dental implants, and are designed to replace an entire row of teeth. They are a very popular alternative to loose and ill fitting dentures, where there is not much bone and health soft tissue to support them. These implant dentures can be either fixed or removable, and provides enhanced functionality and cosmetics so that you can eat better and speak more clearly.

Dental Implants Cost In Melbourne

The cost of tooth implant service depends on a variety of factors. The exact cost varies from person to person. Some of the factors are:

• The number of teeth that need to be replaced
• Whether you require a sinus lift or bone graft
• The type of implant material used
• Your age and oral health conditions
• Consultation fees and the number of visits required
• Use of equipment and other dental services
• Reputation of the dentist and location
• Other specifics of the surgery

Implants Payment Plans

We offer payment plan solutions to help you spread the cost of your treatment over time. We also accept all dental health insurances, and have On-The-Spot Claiming through our HICAPS terminals for most funds.

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Success Rate Of Tooth Implant Service

A dental implant is a quite simple procedure with an extremely high success rate. Though the outcome varies from person to person, your dentist plays a vital role in coming up with proper treatment plans that precisely suits your specific condition.

At The Smile Designer, our dentists take the necessary time to examine your oral health. We analyse your dental priorities to address concerns you may have going forward.

We utilise our extensive experience and knowledge to help guide, educate and confirm a tailored treatment plan that guarantees lifetime success.

What If You Don’t Get A Tooth Implant?

If you delay replacing your missing teeth or avoid treatment, you may experience bone loss.

Your initial negligence or delay in treatment can end up requiring bone grafts before fitting the implants to the jawbone because an implant requires a healthy and strong jawbone for support. It increases the cost and impacts the healing time.

25% decrease in bone mass occurs within the first year, and it continues to worsen if no further step is taken on time.

Bone loss or low bone density can result in instability for your remaining natural teeth. It also impacts your biting and chewing abilities.

The lack of muscular support can distort the facial structure and may result in premature aging.

The implant treatment provides structural support to muscles, which will maintain your jawbone density and integrity.

What is Our Procedure for a Dental Implant?

• Step1: Our dentists will diagnose your oral health in the initial consultation that will help us to confirm whether you are a suitable candidate for the implant service. You will learn how the restoration option can improve your oral health and visual aesthetics.
• Step2: The consultation will give us a complete picture of your oral condition to confirm the success of the procedure. Our treatment procedures differ based on your requirement for a single, multiple, or full-arch restoration.
• Step3: We will take photographs, scan, and x-rays, to design a customized treatment plan based on your requirement and budget. It will also help us determine your jawbone density to decide whether you have enough jawbone density to receive the prosthetic.
• Step4: We will then update you with all the costs involved with dental implants, as we believe in providing you with a transparent service and experience.
• Step5: During the consultation process, our team at The Smile Designer Dental Studio will walk you through your treatment options and work towards your goals and expectations. We can start the planning process by organising any necessary 3D scans and impressions of your jaws.
• Step6: The implant procedure is designed to improve the appearance of your smile and restore the function of how you bite. The procedure typically occurs in two stages, where the surgery is done first, followed by placement of the finished restoration once healed.
• Step7: The advancement of dental technology means that we can use precise 3D custom fabricated guides to place your implants in the exact pre-determined positions. If bone or gum grafting is needed, these will be discussed with you as well.
• Step8: The titanium implants normally takes around 3 to 6 months to heal, integrate and fuse to the bone. If a missing front tooth is being replaced, then we can discuss options on how we can temporary fill this space during the healing period. Once healing has occured, a customised crown and abutment is made with our dental laboratories and ceramists to beautifully mimic the contours and colours of your surrounding natural teeth.

Why Choose Our Service?

We have a team of experienced and skilled dentists who are committed to providing you with the highest standard of service possible with implant dentistry.

Our highly trained team is passionate, meticulous, and introduced to the consistent level of proficiency across all procedures required in implant service.

It assures that your dental health is in safe and experienced hands that will create beautiful and lasting smiles.

Whether it be your first experience with us or you are an existing patient, we guarantee to provide you with 100% satisfaction with competitive prices and patient-centric services.