Missing teeth – Implants

At Morphett St Family Dental we understand how losing teeth can have a significant impact on your confidence, your smile, and the function of your mouth.

At Morphett St Family dental we understand how losing teeth can have a significant impact on your confidence, your smile, and the function of your mouth.

Dental implants provide a permanent solution to replacing missing teeth.

Why choose implants?

Why choose implants?

Feel your best.

Aesthetically and functionally, dental implants offer the closest resemblance to a natural tooth structure in comparison to other replacement options.

Dental implants act like an artificial tooth, the implant base is usually comprised of titanium and acts like the tooth root beneath the gum, a custom-made ceramic crown is fitted on top. Implants can be used to replace a single tooth or many teeth.

 

The Benefits of Dental Implants

The Benefits of Dental Implants

1.

Stability

Dental Implants are a fixed replacement option, meaning that there is no concern for your new tooth (or teeth) coming out while you are talking or eating. Unlike removable options like dentures which can often become loose or ill fitting.

2.

Cost effective

With modern techniques and technology, dental implants have a high success rate and are long lasting. Provided you maintain a good oral hygiene routine at home and keep on top of your regular dental appointments, implants last for many years. Whereas if you opt for removable options like a denture, it is highly likely you will need to replace it in a few years due to changes in the bone and gum structure.

3.

Improved Aesthetics

At Morphett St Family Dental we take a digital approach to carefully plan your treatment, and the aesthetic outcome of the implant. This allows us to mirror the shapes, colour, and aesthetics of your neighbouring natural teeth, meaning no one will be able to tell that an implant is a false tooth.

4.

Preserve Natural Healthy Neighbouring Teeth

Dental implants do not involve any preparation to your neighbouring teeth, unlike alternative options such as bridges where the teeth either side of the missing tooth need to be manipulated for the bridge to be fitted on top. Which in turn has the possibility to cause complications to these teeth in the future.

To maximise positive outcomes, we use modern computer-guided technology throughout the implant process.

Giving you a perfect smile!  How we do it:

Giving you a perfect smile!  How we do it:

Step 1: Initial Consultation

You will meet with one of our qualified dentists and determine whether dental implants are the right option for you. We assess your smile goals, your concerns, your budget, and timeframes to tailor a treatment plan that is just right for you.

Step 2 : Planning Your Smile

We take a series of digital images to start designing your dental implant, this includes a 3D digital x-ray and an 3D scan of your mouth. This allows us to see 3D images of your tooth, the bone structure below the gum level, and allows us to accurately plan your treatment through virtual simulation, setting us up for success.

Step 3: Getting Started

Once we have carefully planned the placement of your implant we can get started. Sit back and watch Netflix while we place your implant. A computer-generated surgical guide will be used to assist in the precise placement of your dental implant.

FAQs

FAQs

Dental implants are a long-term investment, and caring for them properly will go a long way in making sure that they last for years and years. Thankfully cleaning them at home isn’t much different to how you should clean your actual teeth. We recommend using a soft bristled toothbrush, tooth paste twice a day to keep them clean. Your dentist will also advise the best type of tool to help you clean between the teeth, like a Pikster or superfloss. Regular check and clean appointments with the team here at Morphett St Family Dental will ensure that we are keeping on top of your dental health and further contribute to the success of your implant.

A dental implant is like a tiny, sturdy anchor that replaces the root of a missing tooth. It’s usually made of titanium and is placed in your jawbone where it becomes part of your smile over time. Once it’s settled in, we can attach a crown, bridge, or denture to it, so you can eat, talk, and smile with confidence again. Dental implants are a long-lasting, natural-looking option for replacing missing teeth.

There are many reasons you may consider replacing missing teeth- both cosmetically and medically. A missing tooth can cause some people to feel insecure or anxiety around the appearance of their smile, or struggle with eating their favourite foods. A missing tooth can also impact on the longevity of the teeth surrounding the gap.

If taken care of well, dental implants can last a lifetime!

The Cost of Implants

Payment plans available from $65/week.

We can tailor payment plans to suit your treatment and budget, just ask!

The Cost of Implants

Payment plans available from $65/week.

We can tailor payment plans to suit your treatment and budget, just ask!