Dental Implant Information

The information in this section of the website is intended to provide an overview of routine dental implant treatment.

Treatment plans involving dental implants are unique for each individual and accordingly the timing, cost and delivery of care will be customised to suit. Each of the people providing your care will have their own preferences for the way that a particular course of treatment is delivered and may therefore suggest alternatives or variations that are not included in this information.

To 'consider the implant alternative' you can click here for a PDF brochure.

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List of pages

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• What is a Dental Implant?
• How many teeth can be supported by implants?
• What else can be done with dental implants?
• Who is suitable for dental implants?
• Do you need to have a healthy mouth?
• What else causes bone loss?
• Can dental implants preserve bone?
• What can you do if an implant does not work?
• How long does treatment take?
• Are the new teeth joined together?
• How do I look after the implants?
• How long will the implants last?
• How will you know if you are suitable for implants?
• What should you know before you start treatment?
• Do you have enough bone for dental implants?
• What structures must be avoided?
• Can dental implants be placed next to natural teeth?
• Can you wear teeth during the course of implant treatment?
• Is it uncomfortable when the implants are placed?
• Sedation or general anaesthetic?
• If you do not have enough bone what can be done?
• Alternatives to your own bone for grafting
• Does Bone Grafting affect the length of treatment?
• Summary of stages