Think of dental implants as metal anchors, usually made of titanium, that are surgically placed into the jawbone to hold permanent teeth replacements or dentures.
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A Dental Implant is a surgically inserted prosthetic tooth designed as a long-term replacement for missing teeth with close to natural strength and function.
Think of it as screw-like anchor embedded into the jaw which then naturally integrates with the surrounding bone, capped off with a natural looking crown
Having a full, complete set of teeth brings many benefits both visually and functionally. Replacing a missing tooth can also restore a patient’s confidence to eat whatever foods they like, smile or laugh without hesitation, and avoid long term complications and problems with adjacent teeth.
The following short video is the perfect introduction to the dental implant procedure and the long term advantages of this treatment:
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Think of teeth implants as metal anchors, usually made of titanium, that are surgically placed into the jawbone to hold permanent teeth replacements or dentures. Through a process called “osseointegration”, the jawbone naturally attaches itself to the implant over time, creating tremendous stability.
Some of the benefits of dental implants include:
The best dental implants on teeth allow a person to eat and chew with increased bite pressure and similar strength to healthy natural teeth. This can dramatically change quality of life, and the freedom and confidence to eat what you like has benefits both socially and nutritionally.
A dental implant is designed for you alone, meaning an ideal fit, functionality and natural appearance. Replacing missing teeth not only makes eating more comfortable and enjoyable, but also may improve speech and sound production, allowing you to speak clearly.
Dentures and partial dentures can create difficulties and discomfort. Dental implants can replace one, two or even a complete set of teeth, giving you the freedom from dentures, a higher quality of life and more stable oral health.
Missing teeth can lead to bone loss and gum recession, causing other teeth to drift or even come loose. An implant can restore stability to the supporting tissue and structures of the mouth, and assist in preventing further tooth loss.
A dental implant is designed to ‘osseointegrate’, meaning the jawbone naturally binds new connective tissue to the biocompatible metal implant for strength and stability. With proper care, hygiene and maintenance, an endosteal dental implant can reliably last for up to 20 years with few complications.
A missing tooth can be aesthetically undesirable. Replacing a tooth or teeth can positively impact on behaviour and wellbeing. With a renewed sense of pride, patients who restore their smile using dental implants can laugh, eat and smile without worrying about the appearance of a missing tooth or denture.
We offer many types of solutions using dental implants— single dental implants, fixed and detachable dental implant bridges, and whole arch replacements including Permadent and the All-On-4 system.
Our dental implants are an effective and functionally superior alternative to dentures and removable bridges if a patient wishes to replace their missing or damaged teeth. Our dental implants are robust, natural-looking and restore both the look and functionality of missing teeth.
High-quality implants are extremely strong, durable, and stable due to the materials used and the experience behind the dentists at our centre.
Replaces one tooth
Replace more teeth with fewer implants.
Full arch replacement
Basic implants usually consist of 2 elements. Firstly, a titanium screw which is placed into the jawbone to provide a solid foundation. The titanium surface is specially treated to promote the healing of your bone onto it, much like the titanium used in replacing hip and knee joints. Secondly, there is the “crown” that is screwed into the implant. This is the part that you can see above the gum line. Currently, the materials available to construct crowns are better than ever and can be seamlessly matched to blend in with your natural teeth. Bridging teeth and the cost of bridging teeth is affordable with CLDC. The cost of dental bridges in Australia can be steep at some clinics. Here at CLDC, Melbourne dental implants are affordable. Discover an instant smile with our tooth bridges.
Implant surgery is generally performed using local anaesthetic. Our centre is well equipped to ensure your experience is as comfortable and worry-free as possible. We have access to sedation options which allows a patient to doze whilst the procedure is completed.
Although everyone is different in their sensations of discomfort, most people find the placement of an implant to be a similar sensation to having a relatively simple extraction. However, there is a spectrum of discomfort depending on the complexity of the surgery. For example, the need for simultaneous bone and soft tissue grafting at the time of implant placement would create more discomfort than a simple single implant placement. All our patients are given strong analgesics after surgery to ensure that your recovery period is as comfortable as possible.
Implant surgery is a major dental procedure, and depending on the condition of the bone structure and any preparatory work that needs to be done, the costs can vary. That said, an implant is a sound investment for your health and well-being that can reduce the risk of triggering a cascade of severe dental health problems The cost of a dental implant may well be outweighed by the benefits of regaining the quality of life that comes with being able to eat, speak, smile and laugh without hesitation or feeling self-conscious.
The dental implant cost in Melbourne is divided between the surgical implant component and the crown cap. Thankfully the technological and manufacturing improvements to both the component and the dental implant bridge have made having a tooth implant in Melbourne more affordable than in the past.
If you have multiple teeth to replace, there are economical ways we can restore multiple teeth without simply multiplying the cost of individual implants. Methods have been developed that allow multiple replacement teeth to be permanently fixed using fewer physical implants into the jaw, for example with a fixed bridge implant, or if a whole set of teeth needs replacing, by using only 4 implants with the all-on-4 method, the all-on-4 dental implant cost may only be around half of 12 single implants.
Depending on your health insurance cover for Major Dental, you may be entitled to a rebate for dental implant surgery from anywhere from $600 – $2000. This will depend on your level of cover, so you may wish to discuss this directly with your provider to get a better idea of your entitlements.
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Our centre has access to several medical credit and finance options which can make your new smile a reality with a manageable repayment plan.
This really depends on a number of factors, including the quality of the bone at the site of placement, whether or not bone and soft tissue grafting are also required, and the degree of torque that can be placed on the implant during surgery. As a guideline it is anywhere from 24 hours to 6 months.
Absolutely. There are several ways dental implants can help people who are fed up with their dentures. For example, 2 lower implants can simply be placed in the lower jaw to anchor a lower complete denture in place, so it won’t move around whilst you eat. Or you can even throw your denture away and have more implants placed to support a fixed dental implant bridge. Just 4 implants in the lower jaw and 6 in the upper can be enough to support 24 teeth! Contact us today to find out more about implant supported denture costs. The cost of all-on-4 implants in Australia can he expensive at other clinics. We offer fixed bridges that cost less that other dental clinics.
First you will meet with our dentist for a consultation during which your medical history is reviewed and a thorough examination of the potential implant site is completed. At the end of the consultation you will likely need to undergo a Cone Beam CT with a nearby radiographer. Once the dentist has seen the scans, you will then be sent a treatment plan detailing the costs and further information relevant to your case. The next appointment would usually be for the surgery.
Do not worry, at the Cosmetic and Laser Dentistry Centre we understand your anxiety and our whole team is well equipped to make your experience as pleasant and smooth as possible. During your consultation you can discuss the different options and techniques that are available to address any concerns. Solutions for anxiety can range from taking a sedative tablet 1 hour before surgery to help you feel more relaxed, to being administered anaesthetic so that you are asleep during the procedure.
Patient comfort is a paramount priority to us. We employ a number of techniques to address anxiety and discomfort. The dentist may recommend professional sedation performed by a secondary specialised clinician, or may suggest a sedative tablet one hour prior to surgery. Any concerns or anxiety you have about any stage of the procedure will be discussed at your initial consultation.
Many people consider travelling overseas, or “dental tourism”, a viable option for major dental procedures, considering it is often more affordable and is a great excuse for a holiday. Whilst many providers overseas are certainly up to standard, you should be very wary of the dangers in opting for bargain price dentistry. Infection risks, failure rates, sub-par quality of work and materials can create an even more costly and painful scenario after returning home and needing to correct such issues. Please read more about our dentists view Dental Tourism: Hazardous To Your Health.
If in the past you considered dental implants, however the cost and complexity of the surgery was a barrier at the time, there is good news: the ongoing development of technologies involved in affordable dental implants over the last decade now allow missing teeth to be replaced with natural, strong, long-lasting implants for more patient candidates, and at lower costs compared to the past. For patients missing an entire row of teeth, there now permanent alternatives to dentures or a row of individual implants using the All-on-4 method or even the all-on-6 dental implant method. At CLDC, we offer affordable implants for all. You do not worry about the all-on-4 cost in Melbourne with CLDC. The all-on-4 dental implants cost in Melbourne is affordable.
Understanding how much dental implants cost is an important factor in choosing whether the treatment option is right for you. There are many different options to choose from such as replacing a tooth entirely, composite veneers vs porcelain veneers, the price of one dental implant or even the cost of a full mouth of dental implants.
Even if you decide to choose dental implants instead of other dental treatment options, choosing the right clinic can be difficult. We offer high-quality implants that are reliable and customised for your mouth — rather than cheap dental implants that can be found elsewhere.
The price of having a Dental implant Melbourne is determined by the type of implant, the material used, the decades of experience from our dentists, the number of implants and the complexity of the procedure.
If you are interested in our dental implants, contact us today for more information on how we can find you the best treatment option today.
We thank these valued patients who have allowed us to share their new smiles with the world. These dental implant before and after photos are just some of the many happy patients that have received CLDC dental implants. Join the thousands of happy patients by searching for implant dentists near me or best dentist for implants near me and finding our Caulfield North clinic. Contact CLDC today – your Dental Implant Professionals.
Accident or trauma: Teeth are strong, but a strong enough impact from an accident or sport can completely dislodge them, alternatively the damage to the jaw and gums are unseen, and over months or years the initial damage caused to the tooth root can cause the tooth to fall.
Tooth death: Can be caused by a number of factors, such as decay which is so advanced neither the tooth nor its root can be saved with restorative methods or root canal treatment. These teeth may have fallen on their own, or may have been extracted to prevent further pain and infection.
Gum Disease: Our gums are a mesh of tissue and ligaments that hold onto the teeth and encourage bone to grow around the roots. With inflammation from gum disease or bacterial infection, these ligaments deteriorate and the surrounding bone tissue retracts. With the root exposed to bacteria, there are greater risk of tooth rot and eventual loss.
Some illnesses: Can specifically cause tooth loss at any stage of life, such as diabetes, or genetic illnesses which cause some people to simply never develop adult teeth, called congenital anodontia.
We often associate tooth loss with old age, however it is usually gum disease, not ageing, that is the main cause of tooth loss in older persons. With proper dental hygiene, gum health and nutrition, teeth can certainly last a person their entire lifetime. So losing a tooth is no reason to stop caring for the remaining ones.
Apart from the aesthetic concerns, over time a missing tooth can trigger a series of dental issues including:
The longer a missing tooth remains untreated, the greater the likelihood and severity of bone loss and gum recession, which may increase the cost and complexity of implant treatment and require additional pre-requisite treatments such as bone grafting.
Enjoy all the foods you love, speak clearly, and smile every day without the worry, discomfort and inconvenience of traditional dentures.
This may change the way you think about dental implant supported dentures, fixed implant bridges and whole arch replacement systems.
Note: In the past we have offered All-On-4 to patients, however we are not currently providing this service, and have a range of alternative treatments including Permadent: an exciting and more affordable solution to full arch replacement, and Permadent Platinum, a full zirconia bridge that looks like natural teeth, for a more affordable price than All-On-4
Learn moreThe ultimate in aesthetics, strength, functionality – and importantly, a full Zirconia bridge as standard, not an upgrade like other competing fixed solutions in Australia.
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