Dental Implants
If you are missing a tooth or teeth and are looking for a permanent solution that will not affect any of your existing teeth, dental implants are a good option. And no one in Melbourne does dental implants with more skill and precision than Oakleigh Dental Centre.
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is a titanium screw-like structure that is inserted into the jaw bone to replace a natural tooth root. The screw must heal and integrate within the bone for approximately three months before it can be restored with a crown, bridge or denture. The dental implant fixture is placed into the bone during a short surgical procedure with a specialist. The restoration of the crown is then performed by our dentists over a couple of appointments.
Researchers are currently investigating the possibility of manufacturing dental implants from ceramic materials such as zirconia. Zirconia is the oxide of zirconium, a metal close to titanium and with similar properties. Zirconia has been used in orthopaedic surgery for many years and has the aesthetic advantage of being the same colour as teeth. However, long-term clinical data is required before zirconia can be recommended for use in daily dental practice, so don't expect to see anyone with zirconia dental implants walking around Melbourne just yet.
Having dental implants placed instead of dental bridges or dentures has many benefits. A tooth supported by a dental implant looks and feel like a natural tooth, does not affect adjacent teeth, and is much easier to clean and maintain. It is also strong and able to perform the same function as a natural tooth.
Who is suited to dental implants?
Not everyone is suited to dental implants. For successful implantation, patients must have an adequate amount of bone around the site of the implant, a very high level of oral hygiene and the ability to heal quickly. If you or anyone you know in Melbourne are considering dental implants or would like to find out more, please give us a call or book a dental consultation appointment using our online booking request form.
If you need dental implants in Melbourne, come to us
Oakleigh Dental Centre is a family oriented dental practice of more than 30 years establishment, set in the heart of Melbourne suburbia. Dr. Selina Soh B.D.Sc (Melbourne) LDS (Vic) has run the business since 1995.
Each dentist in our team is highly experienced to carry out a professional job as painlessly as possible. We always give you personal attention and strive to produce results that meet and exceed your expectations. Over the years we have earned our reputation all over Melbourne by delivering:
- Full Range of Dental Services - Latest up to date facilities in Melbourne
- Consistent High Quality Dental work
- Expert Advice and Friendly Staff
- Patience and gentleness with dental phobics
- Dental education seminars (kindergarten & primary school) across Melbourne.
We now offer the revolutionary Zoom 2! Teeth whitening for that perfect white smile in single 1½ hour visit. Plus Invisialign, for straight teeth, without metal braces. If you are looking for a dental implants in Melbourne, look no further. Contact us online today or call 03 9568 8142.
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