Combat the effects of tooth loss with dental implants Melbourne

Tooth loss can occur as a result of many different circumstances. Some people lose their teeth in the later stages of life, whilst some people may experience tooth loss as early as in their 30s. This can be due to many factors, the main ones being poor oral hygiene and avoiding the dentist. If you do not visit the dentist on a regular basis, plaque and tartar build up in your mouth and cause a range of dental issues including tooth decay and gum disease, which, without treatment, can result in missing teeth. Smoking and other poor lifestyle choices can result in tooth loss, whilst some medications or health conditions can also affect your teeth. If you have missing teeth, this will affect many aspects of your life. Not only can it cause embarrassment and affect your self-esteem, but it can also promote further tooth loss.

To avoid dental complications it is important that you visit your dentist on a regular basis from an early age. It is recommended that you undergo a comprehensive examination of your mouth alongside professional cleaning at least once every six months to remove plaque and tartar from your teeth and to identify any signs of decay and disease early on so that they can be treated successfully.

Replacing missing teeth

If you have been affected by missing teeth, it is important that you speak to us at High Dental Implants sooner rather than later and find out about the different treatment options that are available for you. Here at the practice we suggest dental implants Melbourne for replacing your missing teeth. Whether you have one missing tooth or you need to replace all of your teeth, oral implants are a permanent solution and have now become the gold standard in tooth replacement therapy.

The implantation process

Book an appointment to find out more about dental implants Melbourne today. We will carry out a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and identify any dental issues which need addressing prior to dental implant surgery. If you have waited a long period of time to restore your missing teeth, then often your remaining teeth can move out of position and may require realignment to make space for a replacement tooth. Some patients experience bone decay as a result of tooth loss and to undergo dental implants Melbourne will require bone grafting. Bone grafting may need to be carried out a few weeks prior to dental implant surgery to allow the bone to heal; however, if you require minor bone grafting then sometimes this can be done at the same time as dental implant surgery.

The surgery itself is an invasive procedure and depending on your personal preferences we will be able to offer different levels of sedation for your comfort and ease. The process itself can take between one and two hours per implant. Therefore, the entire process will depend on the number of implants necessary to replace your missing teeth. Speak to us at High Dental Implants Melbourne today to find out more.

DISCLAIMER

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