Some common misconceptions about getting dental implants treatment

It has become one of the most popular cosmetic and restorative treatments of the last 10 years – the fitting of oral implants.

An oral implant is in essence a small titanium screw which is placed into your jaw via surgery and fuses with the surrounding bone to create a stable anchor for a prosthetic tooth or teeth to be attached. While this treatment is popular and very straightforward, it has gained unpopular attention just as a lot of dental treatments do. Unfortunately, such notoriety can prevent people who would benefit from this treatment from having it

When you come to see our team at High Dental, any questions that you ponder about having dental implants Melbourne fitted will always be answered in jargon-free language and we will be truthful when looking to assess your suitability for this procedure. After all, we want your implants to last and do not want you to be in discomfort.

So, with that in mind, what are some of the most common myths that our team have heard relating to dental implants Melbourne? We debunk them below!

Myth 1- They will fall out

If your dental implants Melbourne have been correctly fitted and placed, they should not fall out, and if they do, it should only be as a result of an intense blunt force trauma to the area, such as one that would occur in a car crash. If after the fitting and a few months, you are concerned that your oral implants are moving or are falling out, please contact our team.

Myth 2- The fitting is uncomfortable

Many people assume that the fitting of oral implants will be uncomfortable, but our team always aims to ensure that the implant site is numbed, so you will not feel anything. Alternatively, if you are a nervous dental patient, we can offer you sedation instead. When you are at home after the treatment, the discomfort should be minimal and controllable with over-the-counter pain relief such as paracetamol.

Myth 3- The prosthetic teeth look fake

No, they don’t. Our cosmetic team will always endeavour to make certain that the prosthetic teeth attached to the implants blend in seamlessly with your natural teeth. Of course, if you are having an entire set of dentures fitted and want to have a gleaming Hollywood smile, we can accommodate this, but we will always aim for the natural look with all of our patients.

Myth 4- They will become infected

It is incredibly unlikely that oral implants will become infected, especially if you adhere to the aftercare advice set down by our team. However, signs of infection to look out for include swelling in the area, discolouration, a fever, a general feeling of being unwell and nausea. If you experience any of these, please contact our team immediately.

Myth 5- They are too expensive

Many people think that all implants are out of their price range. However, our team at High Dental Implants Melbourne is always happy to discuss financing options with our patients to help you spread the cost of this treatment.

DISCLAIMER

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.