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I’m missing one tooth
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and carries a crown that looks and works like a natural tooth. It is one of several ways to fill a gap, and your dentist will explain which of them suit you.
Consultation $95 · about 45 minutes with a dentist, with a written plan to take home.
Is this you?
In short
An implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone where the root of the tooth used to be. Over a period of healing, the bone bonds to the implant.
A connector, called an abutment, is then attached, and a crown made to match your other teeth is fitted on top. The implant does the work of the root; the crown is the part you see.
Replaces the tooth without involving the teeth on either side.
A replacement tooth held in place by crowns on the teeth either side of the gap.
A small plate carrying one or more teeth, which you take out to clean.
Sometimes a reasonable choice, particularly for a back tooth.
| Implant with a crown | Fixed bridge | Partial denture | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neighbouring teeth | Left as they are | Prepared to carry the bridge | May carry clasps |
| Surgery | Yes | No | No |
| Fixed in place | Yes | Yes | No, removable |
| Usual time to finish | A few months | A few weeks | A few weeks |
| Guide cost | Higher | Moderate | Lower |
A general guide. Which options are open to you is decided at your consultation.
Suitability
Suitability is decided by a dentist after an examination. At your consultation we look at:
Book a consultationOnly an examination can confirm what is suitable for you. Your dentist explains the reasons for any recommendation.
Results
Every case is different, and results depend on each patient’s situation.
Step by step
Examination, a 3D X-ray where needed, and a written plan with the options and fees.
The implant is placed under local anaesthetic. You are told what to expect afterwards and how to look after the area.
The bone bonds to the implant over a number of weeks or months. A temporary tooth can be discussed if the gap shows.
A digital scan is taken, the crown is made to match your teeth, and it is fitted to the implant.
A check after fitting, then regular examinations and hygiene visits, as for natural teeth.
Costs
Consultation
$95per visit
About 45 minutes with a dentist
The consultation fee is separate from treatment fees.
Book a consultationImplant, abutment and ceramic crown. Bone grafting, if needed, is quoted separately.
from $3,900 per tooth
Your estimate lists the implant, abutment and crown separately, along with any additional procedures your case needs.
Sample fees for demonstration. A clinic’s own fees, inclusions and finance terms appear here.
All fees, payment and financingYour clinician
The dentist who assesses you also plans your treatment and stays responsible for it from the first visit to the last.
Lead clinician · Implant and restorative dentistry
Dr. Example assesses and plans implant and full-arch cases, and carries out the surgical and restorative stages with the clinic’s team.
Questions
Implants are placed under local anaesthetic. Some tenderness and swelling afterwards is common for a few days. Your dentist will explain what to expect and how to manage it.
It varies from person to person. Many single-implant treatments take a few months from placement to the final crown, because the bone needs time to heal. Your plan sets out the timing expected in your case.
With good cleaning and regular check-ups, implants can last for many years. Like natural teeth they need looking after, and the crown may need replacing in time.
A 3D X-ray shows how much bone there is. If there is too little, your dentist may discuss bone grafting or an alternative such as a bridge.
Sample treatment information for demonstration. A clinic reviews and approves its own clinical content before publication.
Contact
| Monday – Wednesday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Saturday | By appointment |
Smatch Demo Dental is a fictional clinic. Its team, cases, reviews, fees and contact details are sample content, and the cases are 3D illustrations rather than patient photographs.
