Dental implants are artificial tooth roots used to support a restoration for a missing tooth or teeth, helping to stop or prevent jaw bone loss.
Working as an artificial tooth replacement, dental implants are ideal for people who:
There are many causes for loss of teeth, including poor oral hygiene habits and root canal failure. Other causes of tooth loss include gum disease, trauma to the mouth, and excessive wear and tear. Congenital defects can also lead to loss of teeth.
Whatever the reason, people who have lost teeth often feel too self-conscious to smile or talk. Impacts on the bite and chew function can negatively affect eating habits, which can even lead to secondary health problems such as malnutrition.
The team at Chelsea Dental Group understands the fundamental role that proper biting and chewing capability plays in daily comfort and general nutrition. Dental implants at our clinic near Oakleigh South are designed to offer a stable and long-term solution to replace missing teeth, functioning similarly to natural teeth. More importantly, they help keep your mouth healthy for years to come.
A dental implant is a titanium screw that acts as a replacement to the root of a tooth. It integrates with the bone over time, then an abutment (a connecting part between the screw and crown) is screwed onto the implant and the crown is attached on top. While every patient is different, there is a general process for fitting an implant.
After your consultation to determine your requirements and the treatment costs, you will receive a clinical assessment with one of our implant dentists. If you are a suitable candidate for implants, a dental cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan is taken to evaluate the quality and quantity of the bone.
The next steps will be discussed with you and planned out specifically for your situation.
There are many practical benefits from investing in dental implants at our clinic for missing teeth.
If you’re ready, start by talking to your Chelsea Dental Group team.
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