580 Glen Huntly RoadWhat to expect when getting dental implants
You may be wondering what the process is when it comes to getting dental implants in Melbourne. If so, read on as we will be explaining the process in this blog. From the start of your implant treatment to its finish, our team at High Dental Implants Melbourne will take good care of you and ensure that you receive high-quality treatment.
The consultation
When you have any type of dental treatment with us, we will first have a consultation appointment with you. This is such a big and important part of the whole process because we need to assess the severity of your case before we begin with the treatment and determine whether you are eligible for dental implants in Melbourne.
To be eligible for this treatment, you will need to have enough bone left in the selected area for the implant to be held. If you do not, then the implant could quickly weaken and come loose, whereas if you have strong bone as a foundation, the implant will be more stable. We will assess your eligibility and severity by examining the area and taking scans such as x-rays.
It is important that we take scans to get a deeper look at your bone structure, as we cannot see this with the naked eye. We will also take pictures and impressions of your teeth, which will be used to create your custom crown. Once your consultation is over, we can devise your treatment plan and get everything prepared for your appointment.
The implant process
After you have had your consultation and everything is ready, you will have to come to our practice for your surgical appointment. This is where we will insert the implant post into your jawbone, and if the bone is in good condition, the crown as well. If your bone is not in good health, we will insert the implant post and then leave it to heal for a certain amount of time. By doing this, we can ensure stability before attaching the crown. Otherwise, the crown may not be able to take the pressure and may weaken.
We will give you local anaesthetics during the procedure to increase your comfort, and we perform it very efficiently. There is a screw that is part of the implant which your crown attaches to, and this is when you will really see the difference that our dental implants in Melbourne can make.
A crown is a piece of porcelain that will be both shaped and coloured to look just like your other teeth, so they blend in very well. As mentioned earlier, if your bone is in good enough condition, we will attach this immediately after the implant post, but if not, we will need to leave some healing time. The time it takes will depend on your bone; it can sometimes take weeks or months, but it is such an important step in ensuring the strength of the implant. With a strong and healed foundation and the right care, your implants can last for around 20-25 years!
Disclaimer: All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.