There are many different implant systems available. At Exceptional Dental, we use a wide range of implant systems with particular preference for Osstem and the Nobel Biocare.
What is the Dental Implants process?
Consultation - Surgery Placement Surgery - Restoration with an Implant Crown
Consultation
The first step is an assessment with our Dentists including a 3D x-ray beforehand to assess the bone quality. There are several factors to be considered such as medical conditions, the condition of your jaw bone, gum condition and bone quality. Once you are a suitable candidate for dental implants, we can book an implant surgery appointment.
Implant Placement Surgery
Damaged tooth is removed and the implant is placed into the jaw and left to integrate for approximately 3 months. The procedure of inserting a single dental implant is relatively quick, but we allow 1-2 hours for the appointment. A temporary tooth can be made to wear for this period if the gap is visible. Providing that there is good enough stability, a healing abutment is connected to the implant and this completes the surgical component of the implant procedure. Sometimes, the implant needs to be buried under the gum and the second surgery is required to place the healing abutment to the implant about three months after the initial surgery.
Restoration with an Implant Crown
After the implant has been osseointegrated, a crown is made to best suit your natural teeth, considering factors including size, shape and colour. Usually numbing is not even needed and a 3D scan or an impression is taken. Once the crown is fabricated, it is attached to the implant and you can enjoy your new tooth straight away.