Denture Implants, Implant Retained Dentures | Smile Concepts

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What is involved in
getting all teeth replacement withDenture Implants?

A scan of the area where the denture implants need to be placed is done to see if there is adequate bone in the area.

If you have existing teeth this may still has to be done to make sure there is enough bone.

Sometime we do not take the scan.

Step 1:
We take impressions /moulds of your teeth to make a temporary teeth.
This is to make sure that you do not walk out of the surgery with no teeth.
Step 2:
You are put to sleep with IV sedation (sleep dentistry) and the teeth are removed.
Your gums are gently raised and screws made of titanium are placed inside you jaw under local anaesthetic.
The denture implants are buried inside the jaw for three months (requiring a second surgery to expose the implant).
You have to then wait three months for the bone to grow around the tooth implant and grab hold of it (osseointegration).
Step 3:
The next stage generally is to expose the denture implants and place connectors that allows the gums to heal around it.
Step 4:
The ...
... final two stages are taking impressions for the connectors and placing the crowns and bridges or dentures on the denture implants.
How many dental implants will I need?
There are a few ways to restore all missing teeth in the jaw. REMOVABLE OPTIONS (cheaper)
2 denture implants with a denture that is removable
4 denture implants with a denture that is removable
FIXED OPTIONS

4 to 8 implants with plastic bridge
4 to 8 implants with titanium bridge
4 to 8 implants with ceramic/porcelain bridge
If my teeth are removed will I be left with no teeth?
You will always have temporary teeth given to you in the healing phase of the denture implants.
Will I need bone grafting?
Bone grafting is rarely required in these procedures.
The whole process can take from as little as a week to sometimes 6 months depending on the complexity of the treatment.

It is essential to do the treatment properly so that you can have a long lasting result.

If you look after your dental implants and prosthesis then they would last a very ling time.

An average life span is 10 to 20 years.

How much does denture Implant Dentistry Cost?
The cost of denture implants in this situation can range from as little as 10,000.00 to 35,000.00.

Costs can vary depending on the kind of treatment you have chosen from the above list.

We now have new Interest FREE payment plan facilities.

What are my treatment options?
When you have all teeth missing there a few ways to restore the dentition
Dentures (with no implants)
Dentures supported with denture implants
Porcelain or acrylic teeth supported by dental implants either in the form of titanium, ceramic or plastic support.
It is important to come see us to learn more detail about the questions above to help you make an effective decision.

We are here to help you answer these & more questions thoroughly.

Smile Concepts are the leading Sydney dentist, specialising in general, advanced and cosmetic dentistry. Book an appointment today at Sydney CBD or Five Dock.