Curious about the different types of oral implants? A brief guide to dental implants in Melbourne

When you are considering having oral implants fitted to conceal gaps, it is worth learning about the different kinds of implants that are available.

Many dental patients who opt for oral implants as a restorative option are not aware that there is more than one type of implant and may feel slightly concerned when their dental team mentions the different types to them. Depending on factors such as jaw condition, the number of implants and even your oral health, our implant team at High Dental Implants may decide to fit you with an implant that is slightly more specialised than the traditional endosteal option.

At High Dental Implants in Melbourne, when you come to us to have implants fitted, we want to ensure that your new teeth last a long time. Therefore, it may be crucial for the longevity of your prosthetic teeth to use a different implant to hold them in place. Our team can talk you through the different options available, along with what to expect during the fitting, allowing you to feel comfortable when we begin the procedure. Perfect!

But what are the different types of oral implants that our team at High Dental Implants in Melbourne may use? Read on for our introductory guide!

Endosteal

Briefly mentioned earlier, if your jawbone is in good shape and you have no additional risk factors, our team will probably fit an endosteal implant.

The most common and popular dental implants in Melbourne, an endosteal implant looks visually similar to a small titanium screw and is fitted directly into the jawbone. These implants are very durable and can support multiple teeth; perfect if you need a partial or full denture fitted securely!

Subperiosteal

Composing of a metal framework and implants, subperiosteal implants are perfect if your jawbone is receded and cannot support traditional implants without support.

The framework is gently placed under your gum line, while the implants themselves are attached to the framework. This allows a more secure anchor for the prosthetic teeth without jawbone growth, but can take longer to heal on average.

Zygomatic

Only suited for implants fitted to the upper jaw, zygomatic implants are visually similar to endosteal options, but are about 3 times longer!

Zygomatic implants may be considered by our team if your upper jaw is too thin or frail to support traditional implants. A zygomatic implant is attached to the zygoma, or cheekbone, offering a more sturdy basis for your prosthetic teeth.

These implants have a high success rate and the surgery to have them fitted is not as complicated as many patients assume.

Micro

As the name suggests, micro-implants are based on traditional endosteal, but are just smaller and thinner.

The perfect option for supporting a single prosthetic tooth when the jawbone is receded, this tiny implant is durable and takes a shorter time to fit than any other implant. Similar to the endosteal implant, it does promote jawbone growth but as it is thinner and smaller, this takes significantly less time. The options for dental implants in Melbourne are varied, but nonetheless a worthwhile investment.

DISCLAIMER

All dental treatments involving surgery carry potential risks. Contact your local dental practitioner for more information about the cosmetic procedures mentioned in this article.