The low down on dental implants

Dental implants can restore one or multiple missing teeth and give you back a natural-looking smile. They are the only tooth replacement option that replaces the whole tooth, thus restoring full bite action and providing you with a whole host of benefits. However, in order to receive dental implants you will need a healthy jawbone, good oral hygiene and a commitment to aftercare to ensure successful implantation.

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Requirements for dental implants in Melbourne

There are certain requirements for getting dental implants in Melbourne. We’ll assess these at your dental implant consultation. The 3 main requirements are as follows:

  1. A dental implant will only work if you have good jawbone density. If you don’t have this, your implants may fail so we would need to carry out some preparatory work before implantation. There are bone regeneration options for you to consider if your jawbone is not strong enough to take a dental implant right now.

  2. Dental implants require good oral hygiene routines. If you have gum disease or show signs of poor oral hygiene you will need to improve your oral health before a dental implant can be fitted.

  3. Smoking or using other tobacco products with dental implants is not recommended as tobacco use can put you at risk of various oral diseases and leave dental implants vulnerable to failure. We can support you with smoking cessation.

Care and cleaning routines for dental implants

Once your gums have healed following implantation, cleaning your dental implant is no different than cleaning your natural teeth. All you need to do is floss and brush regularly and see us every 6 months for check-ups. However, in the initial stages it’s good to be careful around the treatment site. You may need to alter your diet initially, while the implant beds into your jawbone. We will advise you on the best options for you based on your individual requirements.

If you have missing teeth, dental implants in Melbourne can fully restore the form and function of your lost teeth. We’ll need to conduct a thorough assessment and carry out any preparatory work, however you could have a complete smile fully restored with us at High Dental Implants Melbourne.