What are Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are one of the most popular restorative dental treatments for missing teeth. This treatment is the only permanent solution, providing so many patients with relief and honestly, happiness. If you or somebody close to you is exploring missing tooth replacements and restorative dental treatments, here’s an overview of what dental implants are and why they might be worthwhile for you.

The Benefits of Dental Implants

They are popular for a reason. Dental Implants can be useful to patients with one or multiple missing teeth, providing all of the following benefits and more.

• A permanent solution, an implant is for life 
• Look, feel and function like natural teeth 
• Eat, and drink without limitations 
• Prevent bone loss
• Help keep surrounding teeth stable 
• Restore face shape and prevent sagging or premature aging
• Comfortable 
• Easy to clean and maintain – same as natural teeth!
• Improved self-confidence

How much are dental implants in Lara?

Dental Implants costs in lara will tend to vary for each patient. The different factors that affect the cost include: 

• Number of implants required: single or multiple tooth implants
• Whether the treatment is used to support dentures 
• The complexity of the surgery 
• Patient’s private health insurance coverage (if applicable)

Consultation is necessary to get a clear picture of what dental implants might cost for your situation. Contact our dentist in Lara today for a personalised dental implants consultation.

In saying that, you can get an idea of what costs to expect based on the national averages. The typical cost of dental implants in Australia ranges from roughly $3,000 – $5,500 per tooth.

How long do dental implants last?

Dental implants are made from durable titanium and are made to be permanent. As long as they are looked after properly, they are known to be a comfortable and lifelong solution for missing teeth. 

Crowns and other restorations used to replace teeth that may be attached to the implants can last well over a decade before needing to be replaced. 

Why are dental implants so expensive in Australia?

Dental Implants are not a low-budget treatment. The overall costs of getting implants are on the higher end because getting implants is a lengthy and complex process; it requires multiple appointments, oral surgery and cosmetic dentistry using prosthetic teeth. A lot of patients use payment plans for their dental implant surgery. This allows patients to start the treatment process sooner rather than later and comfortably pay in installments. To learn more about flexible payment options for dental implants, contact our Lara dentists at Dazzling Smiles today.

Which insurance covers dental implants?

Dental Implants are not covered by Medicare in Lara. They may, however, be included for partial or full coverage in some private health insurance policies under ‘major dental’. To clarify this, patients are advised to check with their private health insurer. 

In order to make dental implant treatment accessible to patients who need them, our dentists in Lara accept a range of payment options at our clinic. This includes pay-later and pay-in-installment dental payment plans such as Afterpay and Zip Pay. 

How are dental implants done?

A common Dental Implant is made up of 3 main components. The first is a screw that is surgically placed inside the jawbone. The second is a connector that will connect the screw to the outside tooth. And the third is the Crown or artificial tooth that sits on top of the connector.

After the initial surgery to insert the screw of the implant, the patient needs to wait a few months until it is fully healed before the next phase of the process. This is because the screw, which will eventually act as an artificial tooth root, needs to fuse to the bone and gums (this happens naturally over time during recovery). 

Next, the dentist fits the crown or bridge by connecting it to the dental implant. This process might take as little as one appointment, or a few. 

How long do dental implants take to heal?

Getting dental implants is not a day procedure, it’s a commitment. The entire process of getting implants from the initial consultation until completion where the artificial tooth is installed and the patient is healed from surgery can take several months. A lot of the time it takes 6-8 months for implants to fully heal to the point where they look, feel and function as natural teeth.

Book a Consultation For Dental Implants in Lara 

Now you’re more familiar with dental implants, if you are still considering if it is an option for you, or have any other questions about getting dental implants in Lara, schedule an appointment with our Lara dentists today.