Dental Implants in Wantirna
Restore your smile with quality dental implants
Have you lost a tooth and wish to replace it? Does it hamper your speech and your smile or make chewing your favourite food more difficult? If you’re considering dental implants, you’re in good company. More people than ever are turning to this solution to restore their smiles and improve oral health. In Wantirna, you will find our clinicians who are well trained, up to date with the latest innovations in implantology, to be experts at placing dental implants and helping to restore the aesthetics and function of your smile.
Losing a tooth for any reason such as decay, periodontal disease, trauma or aging greatly affects your quality of life. Tooth loss means an overall reduction in the functions of your mouth, especially if it is a molar or a front tooth, both of which have their special functions while speaking and chewing, respectively.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a tooth replacement solution for patients with unsalvageable teeth or gaps in their smile. They consist of artificial tooth roots typically made of titanium that are carefully and surgically placed into your jawbone. The implant then undergoes a process called ‘osseointegration’, where it fuses with the jawbone, providing a stable and secure base for your prosthetic teeth.
Why Choose Dental Implants?
Here are some reasons why dental implants are sometimes a necessary cosmetic dental treatment which we take quite seriously at SDG Dental:
To regain proper function
Tooth loss certainly influences efficiency and function. It greatly impairs your ability to chew and digest your food adequately. This requirement more effort turns an enjoyable task into a tedious one. Pain is also a factor when eating as the food will make contact with sensitive gums.
Long-lasting solution
Dental implants are a long-term solution for tooth replacement. They are designed to last a lifetime with simple care and maintenance, providing a durable and reliable option that’s well worth the investment.
Preserves jawbone
When a tooth is lost, the underlying jawbone can start to deteriorate over time due to lack of stimulation. Implants help stimulate your jawbone. This prevents bone loss and helps to maintain the structure of your face.
Additional stress on adjacent teeth and masticatory muscles
You may find that you must shift the food to alternate teeth to chew more efficiently, adding stress on the masticatory (chewing) muscles and on teeth that will be used excessively. There becomes a large imbalance in the overall function if you lose a tooth and do nothing about it.
Impaired ability to speak
The teeth help in the pronunciation of important speech sounds, and even a single lost tooth can immensely impair that ability. This will affect your self-confidence and comfort levels when interacting with others. Studies show that those with one or more missing teeth choose to avoid social interactions and extraverted activities, as it has such a large impact on their self-esteem.
Affects aesthetics and self-esteem
Looking good always makes one feel good. If a lost tooth that is untreated is visible, it can immensely affect your smile’s aesthetics and your self-esteem, potentially creating long-term psychological issues and preventing you from feeling your best. Dental implants eliminate the inconvenience of removing dentures, as well as the need for messy adhesives to keep them in place.
It is our goal to help you eliminate all of the above, with our expert implant dentists here in Wantirna and provide you with the maximum quality of life. We are known for our compassionate approach to dealing with all kinds of patients with all sorts of dental problems, and we wish only to treat you to the best of our abilities and restore your smile to what it once was, or create an even better result!
Am I a candidate for Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a great option if you’re looking for a durable, long-term solution for missing or damaged teeth. However, there are a few essential criteria to be met in order to be eligible for dental implants.
- Sufficient jawbone density is crucial as there needs to be enough bone for the implant to successfully fuse with so that it does not become loose over time. However, if you do not meet this criterion, bone grafting may be a possible option.
- Eligible implant candidates would also be free of gum disease or dental conditions that would interfere with the implant’s ability to fuse with the bone.
- Overall health matters as certain conditions, such as uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune disorders may affect the healing process and the success of the implant.
- Non-smokers, as there is a high probability of the implant not fusing properly in those who smoke.
We can assess if you meet these criteria once you come in for your implant consult at SDG.
What is the Dental Implant Procedure?
Implants are like small screws made of titanium. This precious metal has the unique ability to attract bone-cells, causing it to integrate or “osseo-integrate” once it has been placed, during the healing process. Once the implant has healed in a few months, it is ready to support the prosthesis, which could either be a dental crown or multiple crowns fused together known as a bridge, or a denture.
Here’s a more detailed look at the implant placement process at SDG Dental:
- Dental implant surgery requires precise treatment planning. For that, our dentists require a good understanding of your case. During your initial consultation with us, we will assess your mouth and take CT scans and X-rays of your jawbone to determine if you are eligible for dental implants.
- If you don’t have enough bone density, it is necessary to perform a bone graft or a soft tissue graft to restore the bone. The graft may be used from the patient in the form of bone from the site where the tooth was removed. It will be mixed with the patient’s own blood using a centrifuge to speed up the formation of new bone. Membrane can also be harvested from the patient’s blood in the formation of CGF (Concentrated Growth Factors), which can be used instead of allografts or xenografts.
- Your implant will be surgically implanted into the jawbone and left to heal.
- Once the implant is properly fused, all that’s left is to secure the prosthetic tooth or teeth on top to complete your smile!
The implant essentially serves the purpose of a tooth itself and replaces it independently, without ever damaging or requiring the involvement of the adjacent teeth. It is also a permanent tooth replacement, hence an excellent choice when you are looking to replace your lost teeth in a definite and conservative manner here at Studfield Dental Group.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Apart from being a permanent solution to missing teeth, there are some great benefits of getting your dental implants done at Studfield Dental Group:
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Dental implants become part of your body!
Implants permanently integrate within your jawbone, becoming naturally part of their structure. This allows for complete replacement of your lost tooth’s root while also giving extremely stable support to the dental prosthesis it is meant to hold, such as a crown, bridge or denture.
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Implants feel and appear completely natural
As the implant integrates within the bone, you can’t tell if you ever lost a tooth. The implant feels as if it is one of your own natural teeth! They not only feel but look entirely natural in your mouth after the crown or bridge has been placed. The superior aesthetic results compared to just crowns and bridges on their own are what make dental implants the best and the most aesthetic option for replacing lost teeth!
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Dental implants are Conservative
Dental implants require jaw bone to be placed within, thus eliminating the need for root canal treatment, cutting and using the adjacent teeth as is required for bridges. This makes dental implants the most conservative and long-term option to replace missing teeth.
Restore your smile with dental implants
Cost of Dental Implants in Wantirna??
The cost of getting dental implants can depend on various factors such as your unique condition, the number of implants needed, the type of replacement and any other procedures that you may need. To get a more accurate cost estimate, it is best to consult with one of our experienced dentists for a personalised quote and to discuss your specific condition and treatment plan in detail.
More reasons to consider Dental Implants
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Efficiently restore your dental aesthetics and function
If you have dental implants placed at Studfield Dental Group, you can smile freely, feel comfortable and chew as well as you could before you lost your tooth- and may not ever remember what it was like to have a missing tooth at all.
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Easy to maintain oral hygiene
You can treat your dental implants like you would your natural teeth, hence brushing and flossing is just as simple as always.
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Enjoy restored self-confidence and self-esteem
Our lovely patients firmly believe that Studfield Dental Group is the best place to have their implant work done – they leave looking and feeling amazing.
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Cost-effective
While the initial cost of implants may seem higher than alternatives, their durability and longevity make them a cost-effective choice in the long run.
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Customised Solution
Each implant is designed and customised to fit your unique dental anatomy, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal functionality.
Alternatives to Dental Implants
If dental implants are not your ideal choice, we have other alternatives that you can choose from. Our solutions include dental bridges, partial or full dentures, and restorative options like dental crowns for damaged teeth. The most fitting alternative depends on your oral health, preferences, and goals. Consulting with one of our dental professionals will help determine the best course of action.
At Studfield Dental, we also offer a wide range of dental services from general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics to emergency, family dentistry and much more so that you can get the dental care you need.
Schedule a consultation today and get started on your dream smile!
