Treatment Sequence
Consultation - the first step in getting a dental implant is a comprehensive initial consultation with one of our dentists, who will examine your teeth, gums and jaw bones. A 3D CBCT x-ray is required and is taken in-house to assess the quality and quantity of the bone where the implant needs to be placed. Other important structures, such as nerves and sinus areas are also mapped out when determining the implant positions. A treatment plan is then provided, detailing the cost and appointments needed for your implant treatment.
Surgery - under local anaesthetic, the implant is placed in the jawbone as planned and left to integrate for a period of approximately 12 weeks. This healing period can be longer depending on the procedure and patient’s medical history. A temporary tooth can be fabricated for this period if necessary, especially where the gap is visible. This procedure takes around 1-2 hours depending on the number of implants placed.
Implant test and 3D scan for crown fabrication - after about 12 weeks and once the implant is confirmed to have integrated, a 3D intraoral scan is performed so that the crown can be fabricated. Usually no local anaesthetic is needed for this appointment.
Crown insertion - a custom made crown is fitted to the implant, which completes the dental implant treatment. Usually no local anaesthetic is needed for this appointment.
Dental implants, like natural teeth, can last a lifetime if they are well cared for and maintained. Regular flossing and brushing is a must and as part of the general checkup and clean, dental implants are also examined clinically.
Consultation
It starts with an exam with our dentists. During consultation, your teeth, jaw, mouth and other orthodontic and dental needs will be assessed and your intended outcome will be discussed with you.
Plan
After taking your records (photos, x rays and 3D scan using iTero Element Scanner), dentists will determine what can be done for your teeth with Invisalign. We can show your new smile before even getting started by fine-tuning every shift in every tooth using ClinCheck software.
As part of the treatment plan, you will receive the cost, flexible payment option, the treatment timeline and instructions on how the treatment works.
Custom Aligners
Your custom aligners, precise and personalized, will be made using SmartTrack material to provide optimal patient comfort. Each time you visit, you will receive multiple aligners to last you until your next visit. Generally, each aligner must be work for 7-14 days before being discarded and replaced. Each aligner are to be worn for approximately 22 hours per day.
Attachments
Tooth-colored attachments may need to be glued onto some of your teeth to help your aligner move your teeth as needed. These are very discreet, barely noticeable, and polished off at the end of the treatment.
Appointments
We will see you and monitor the response of the teeth on regular basis and you will get your next set of aligners.
Finish
For patients with simpler cases, Invisalign aligners can produce results in as little as six months. Most adults complete Invisalign treatment within 12 to 18 months as a general rule.
Basically, the cost of Invisalign treatment depends on how much you want your teeth moved and how many aligners are needed to achieve the desired outcome. Depending on these factors, the cost of the Invisalign will vary between $4500 to $8000, including retainers.
Appointment 2
Cleaning and shaping
The endodontist makes an opening in the crown of the tooth. Very small special instruments are used to clean the pulp from the pulp chamber and root canals and to shape the space for filling. Once cleaned and disinfected the tooth is then redressed and a temporary filling is placed. The next appointment can be usually after a week later.
Appointment 3
Once the tooth has settled and is pain free, the temporary filling will be removed and our endodontist fills the root canals with a biocompatible material while ensuring complete sealing of the root canals.
We always recommend a dental crown once the root canal treatment has been completed. The reason for this is when a root canal is finished the tooth is often weaker and more fragile and if the tooth is not crowned or restored there is a risk of a crack splitting the tooth and the tooth being lost.
The cost of root canal treatment varies depending on how complex the root canal system is and which tooth is affected. Molars are more difficult to treat and the fee is usually more. Most dental health fund policies provide some coverage towards endodontic treatments.
If you’d like to make an appointment or contact us with any questions about saving your teeth with root canal treatment- we are here to assist you.
