What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a titanium screw that is placed in the jaw bone to replicate a tooth root. A dental crown or bridge is then placed on top of the titanium screw to replace the missing tooth or teeth
An implant can replace one missing tooth or a whole arch of teeth on 4 implants. Dental Implants allow you to eat, talk and smile with confidence.
Who Can Undergo a Dental Implant?
Dental implants at our clinic near Mornington are recommended for patients who are in relatively good health and have enough bone at the treatment site to provide support for the implants. The eligibility of a patient is further identified after certain tests, including an X-ray that can give our practitioners the needed data to determine if the procedure is ideal.
What Does a Dental Implant Procedure Involve?
A dental implant procedure is carried out after the patient is administered a local anaesthetic. The first step of the procedure requires the placement of an implant through surgical means. The implant is covered by the gum and given time to fuse itself to the bone. This takes anywhere between three and six months. Once the implant is fused, there is a connecting component placed on top of the implant. This is the abutment that is then covered with a dental crown or cap.
How Painful is a Dental Implant?
During the procedure you will feel nothing as you will be numb however, you may experience a little discomfort the first few days after a dental implant has been placed. This can usually be managed with a mild analgesic. You may experience some swelling or bruise for up to a week afterward.
How Much is a Dental Implant?
This depends on the number of teeth that need to be replaced and the type of teeth that will be used e.g. an individual placed crown, bridges or complete dentures stabilised with implants. The cost also depends on whether the patient needs additional surgeries such as bone grafts or sinus lifts. To give a patient a complete treatment plan that indicates all costs involved, a CBCT (Cone Beam Scan) needs to be taken. The cost for a scan is $150 and be done in the clinic at your consultation appointment if needed.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental Implants at our clinic near Mornington are designed to last a lifetime. The crown that goes on the top of the implant is designed to last 10 – 15 years.
What is the Difference Between an Implant and a Crown?
A dental implant replaces a complete tooth including the tooth root. We place dental implants when there are one or more missing teeth. A dental crown is a covering that covers the whole tooth crown (the part above the gum).
At Casey Smiles Dental Clinic, we are committed to providing quality treatments and services to all our patients, making the procedures convenient and flexible. You can book an appointment or visit us for a consultation to identify your dental problems and determine the right treatment options for you.
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- Conveniently Located
- Modern Facility and Equipment
- Individual Treatment Plans
- Friendly and Professional Staff
- Sleep Dentistry Facility
- Support for Nervous Patients
- Calm Relaxing Atmosphere
- Gentle Approach
- Emergency Appointments Available
- Patient-Focused Treatment
FAQs
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You can find our clinic on 2/14 Stawell Street, easily accessible through public transport as well as your private vehicle. We also provide parking spaces to make your visits more convenient.
Often, we fail to foresee issues that we could be susceptible to that a practitioner can immediately identify. Delaying necessary dental treatment can also worsen your health significantly. Visiting your dentist will help prevent any possible issues affecting your teeth and gums and ensure that the needed treatment is carried out without any delay.
No matter how healthy your teeth may seem, a routine check-up every 6 months can help prevent major dental and gum issues. Further, preventative care will ensure that you are treated for any issues in time.
Ideally, we recommend visiting your dentist twice in a year. Setting up appointments in the gap of 6 months will help keep your teeth and gums healthy, more so if you are susceptible to certain dental issues due to health problems or genetics.
Children as young as 12 months should be taken for a dental visit to ensure that they grow familiar with your family dentist. An early visit also helps ensure that your child’s teeth, gums, bite, oral tissues, and jaw are developing well.
As Casey Smiles Dental Clinic, we provide services such as dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, dental crowns and bridges, emergency dental services, teeth whitening, invisalign, root canals, veneers, All-On-4 implants, general dentistry, sleep apnoea treatment, and wisdom tooth extraction.
We have qualified emergency dentists among our team to help you through your dental emergencies. You can also contact us at (03) 5996 6273 in case of an emergency.
To book an appointment with us, you can either give us a call at (03) 5996 6273 or request an appointment online by choosing the dentist you wish to have your appointment with.
At your dental appointment with us, your dentist will require your medical and dental history and your current oral health and symptoms. Your dentist will also thoroughly assess your oral health to identify any possible issues and recommend treatments if necessary.
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