Missing teeth can have a significant negative effect on your oral health, with the possibility of jawbone and tooth loss occurring. Missing teeth can also affect your lifestyle as they may restrict you from eating certain foods or even showing your smile. Advancements in modern dentistry have led to a long-term, fixed solution for missing teeth. These are dental implants.
Dental implants act as an artificial root that is placed in the jawbone where the missing tooth used to be. The implant is usually made from titanium, it is biocompatible which means that’s non-toxic and bonds to your existing jawbone. This integration creates a strong implant with the ability to support an artificial tooth (known as a crown). The result is a naturally aesthetic look that enhances your smile.
If you have lost one or more teeth due to injury, decay, disease or defects, you may be a suitable candidate for dental implants.
It's important that you have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support the dental implant and that you maintain a proper oral hygiene routine, before and after a dental implant procedure. This includes brushing and flossing daily and attending regular dental check-ups.
If you are a smoker or suffer from a chronic disease, you may not be eligible for dental implants. The dentists at Pinjarra Dental Surgery will discuss the options available to you.
Like natural teeth, dental implants are secure, permanent and don't require any extra care other than maintaining a healthy oral hygiene routine. Dental implants are a permanent solution that includes a number of benefits:
Your dentist at Pinjarra Dental Surgery will first provide you with a thorough assessment, to ensure that you are a suitable candidate for dental implants. This is a vital step to ensure the procedure can be successful, with little or no complications. A treatment plan involving two appointments will then be developed for you.
During your first appointment, the dental implant will be surgically embedded in the jawbone. It will then take two to six months for the implant to osseointegrate (form a bond with the bone). The end result will be a strong, permanent foundation for the replacement tooth.
Your implant will have healed by the time you are due to attend your second appointment. Your dentist will fit a small connector (known as an abutment) to the top of the implant. This allows the implant to connect with the new tooth. A crown, bridge or denture will then be attached to the abutment and you will be left with a healthier smile.
The cost of dental implants vary from person to person and largely depend on the number of teeth being replaced, the extent of any bone damage, any pre-existing medical conditions and the type of replacement tooth. Your Pinjarra dentist will discuss the cost with you during your initial consultation before any work is performed.
If you are currently suffering the effects of tooth loss or would like to have your dentures replaced with a more permanent and comfortable solution, call Pinjarra Dental Surgery to discuss your options or book your appointment online.
Disclaimer: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
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The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a Commonwealth funded benefit that provides basic dental entitlements for children.