Dental Implants Keysborough
Thinking about getting Dental Implants in Keysborough?
Dental Implants are such a great way to replace your tooth and the closest thing you will have to your own tooth. Dental implants are securely fixed in your jaw bone just like a tooth, allowing you to maintain your daily routines without disruption. They are a great replacement for teeth affected by severe decay or gum disease.
One of the biggest advantages of tooth implants is that there is no need to remove it every night unlike a denture. You clean and floss the dental implant just like any other tooth. Implants deliver a durable and reliable solution, giving you the confidence to eat, speak, and smile comfortably.
Why Choose Us?
- Experienced Implant Dentist
- Our implant dentists have placed well over 5,000 dental implants (combined) to date. Where better to start your implant journey than here?
- We have so much absolute trust with our Implant Dentists that our very own family members have had their dental implants done here with us!
- One Dental Implant Centre, for all your needs
- From start to finish, we make it so much for convenient for you as only 1-2 practitioners at will be looking after your implants and teeth.
- We offer a full range of dental implants options ranging from single tooth replacements to multiple tooth replacements. This also includes multiple implants for fixed full arch implant bridges, full arch reconstruction, rehabilitation and smile make-overs.
- Advanced Implant procedures? No Problem!
- Did we mention we do most of the advanced implant procedures at our clinic too? This includes Sinus Lifts, Bone Grafting, Soft Tissue or Gum Grafting, Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) etc.
- Zirconia Implants & Bridges
- Yes, not only do we offer Zirconia crowns on Dental Implants and Teeth, but we also offer Zirconia Dental Implants.
- Our Full Arch Fixed Implant Bridges are made of Zirconia, not acrylic (plastic). To put it simply: only the best materials are used for your Implants. It's a good idea to ask your dentist about the materials being used in your Implant bridge.
- Sleep Dentistry / Dental Sedation Options
- Nervous about that big implant surgery? Not to worry, we have a variety of Sleep Dentistry (sedation) options for you to consider - allowing you to relax which we fix your teeth!
- The majority of our implant cases can be done under local anaesthesia at our dental clinic.
Signs you might need a Tooth Implant
Tooth Implants are a great option to replace missing teeth. Tooth Implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth or multiple missing teeth and In more complex cases, a group of 4 or more implants can be used to replace an entire jaw of missing teeth.
Implants are also used to replace severely decayed teeth, unrestorable cracked teeth and infected abscessed teeth. Hence, any tooth that cannot be fixed using other methods may be suitable for dental implants.
What happens during Dental Implant Surgery?
- Your health will have to be assessed to see if you are a suitable candidate for implants. You should be in good health, have no gum disease and have a suitable amount of healthy jawbone.
- 3D x-ray scans (CBCT) of your jaw are done to determine the optimum position of the implant. In some cases, we may take moulds or scans of your teeth for a construction of a special 3D printed surgical stent. This advanced technology allows extremely accurate positioning of the implant in your jawbone.
- Occasionally, the amount and quality of the bone where the implant needs to be placed is poor. Soft and hard tissue grafting or sinus lifts may be performed to improve the quality and quantity of bone for the implant.
- The implant is then surgically placed in the jaw bone where the tooth once was. Depending on the quality of the bone, the implant may be left to integrate for a period of 2 to 6 months.
- Moulds or scans of your teeth and implant are taken and a special customised crown, bridge or denture is constructed. Once complete, it is screwed or cemented onto the implant.
Dental Implant Complications
As with any dental treatment, some patients have experience complications. Whilst implants have a great success rate of 97% (see here), implants can still fail on even the healthiest patients.
The biggest risk factors for failure in tooth implants is Gum Disease, Diabetes and Smoking. These can increase the failure rate (under 3%) to well over 10%. This why in high risk patients, we need to carefully assess and manage these risk factors prior to any dental implant surgery. Several advances in dental implant technology such as tissue-level implants and advanced surface treatments have greatly increased the survival rate of implants.
Small amounts of bone loss around an implant are fairly common and if not managed well, it may affect the integrity of the implant. Implants are not immune to gum disease! If proper checks and cleans are not done on a regular basis, the implants can get infected causing their eventual failure (periimplantitis). On rare occasions implants can also fracture if there is heavy grinding happening at night.
Perhaps one of the other biggest reasons for dental implant failures are poor material and implant choice coupled with poor surgical techniques. This is why it's important to choose an experienced Dental Implant Surgeon to carry out your Implant surgery!
Interested?
Contact us now on (03) 8899 6331 or check out our other services here.
Need help with payments?
We also have a variety of Payment Plans available - giving you the flexibility of paying for your Dental Implant Tooth replacements later.
Questions about Dental Implants in Keysborough?
- How long do dental implants last?
- Dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution and can last many years (97% at 10 years - see the article here) with proper care. The implant itself, which integrates with the jawbone, is highly durable. However, the crown or other prosthetic attached to the implant may need replacement after 10-15 years due to normal wear and tear. Maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups can help prolong the life of the entire implant structure.
- Is the dental implant procedure painful?
- The procedure is usually performed under local anaesthesia, so patients typically experience little to no pain during the surgery. Some discomfort or swelling may occur in the days following the procedure, but it is usually manageable with over-the-counter pain medication. Our dentist will provide detailed post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.
- How long does it take to get a Dental Implant?
- Generally speaking, it takes a minimum of 3 months before your dental implant procedure is complete. This involves the placement of the implant into your jawbone and the crown which is typically screwed in on top. Bone grafting, sinus lifts, gum grafts and tooth extractions can all add more time to the total procedure.
Our Philosophy
Dental Implants are not just about replacing missing teeth. Here at Dental at Keys, we aim to create a beautiful full, functional smiles by paying particular attention to the rest of your mouth. We ensure that the implant not only replaces missing teeth, but also functions well with the rest of your mouth. The last thing we want for you is to have a new implant tooth that does not fit or function well.
