Dental Implants in Doncaster
There is no question that missing teeth take a toll on your confidence and comfort. It can be a literal pain to chew and eat and you may find it challenging to pronounce certain words clearly. Worse yet, it is difficult to share a genuine smile with friends when all you can think of is the gap in your smile.
The dentists in Doncaster at Shoppingtown Dental want to help you find a tooth replacement that is best suited to your needs, and one option they highly recommend is dental implants. They are experts in placing single implants, multiple implants and in full mouth rehabilitation with implants.
How Does a Dental Implant Work?
A dental implant is a titanium screw placed surgically in your jawbone in the area of the missing tooth. The implant heals over several months, fusing with bone and tissue, gaining stability, and becoming a sturdy foundation for a replacement tooth.
This healing process, called osseointegration, takes about 3–6 months. After full integration, our Doncaster dentists craft a custom dental crown and attach it to the implant screw. The result is a restored smile and a seamless tooth replacement that lets you comfortably chew all your favourite foods.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Because a dental implant replaces the entire missing tooth, it offers many benefits that bridges and removable dentures do not:
- The titanium screw acts like the missing tooth root to help prevent bone loss.
- The implant root stabilises surrounding teeth to prevent them from shifting and tilting out of alignment.
- The implant fuses with the bone, becoming part of your dental structure and lasting 20 years or longer when cared for properly.
- The implant screw is as stable as the original tooth root and can support a dental crown or implant bridge.
- Multiple implants create enough stability to support a bridge, implant denture, or all-on-x implants.
The Process for Getting a Dental Implant
Placing a dental implant is a minor surgical procedure expertly handled by our experienced dentists in Doncaster. The implant surgery should not hurt, as we use a powerful local anesthetic to numb the area. The entire process takes about one to two hours per tooth.
Recovery after implant surgery takes a day or two; expect longer for multiple implant placements. Following our post-surgery instructions will ensure a smooth recovery and minimise your risk of complications. Remember—if you have questions or concerns, our caring team is only a phone call away.
Teeth in 24 Hours (T24) So You Don't Have to Wait
We are pleased to offer our patients the transformative results of Teeth in 24 Hours (T24) implants. This concept is similar to all-on-x and allows our dentists to place implants, usually six, to support a full arch of replacement teeth.
Even better, they can place the implants and attach a set of temporary denture teeth within 24 hours. You can get your dental implants and leave our office with your smile intact, so you don't have to go without teeth. After several months of healing, we'll replace the temporary with a beautiful, custom-crafted denture.
Would You Like More Dental Implant Information?
Our experienced dental team would love to meet with you to answer your questions about implants and see if you are a good candidate. When you are ready to get started, please contact our Doncaster dental clinic, so we can help you book an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Living with missing teeth that affect your appearance and comfort can be a real challenge. Shoppingtown Dental in Doncaster is pleased to offer personalised tooth replacement options to fit every need and every budget.
Tooth Replacement in Doncaster
- Dental bridge — If you have one or two missing teeth in a row and aren’t interested in implants, a dental bridge might be the perfect solution. A bridge uses crowns attached to teeth adjacent to the missing tooth gap, with an artificial tooth suspended between them.
- Dentures and partials — We design removable partials and complete dentures that look realistic and complement your smile.
- Dental implants — We recommend implants because they are the healthiest, longest-lasting tooth replacements available in dentistry today. Implants can replace a single missing tooth, multiple missing teeth with an implant bridge, or a full arch of missing teeth with an implant-supported denture.
- All-on-X implants — We are pleased to offer Teeth in 24 Hours (T24), a concept similar to all-on-x implants. With this approach, our dentists place 4–6 implants in your jaw, then attach your temporary replacement teeth the same day. T24 implants work well if you are missing all your teeth in your upper arch, lower arch or both arches.
Which Tooth Replacement Is Right for You?
There is much to consider when thinking about tooth replacement, and our Doncaster dental team would love the opportunity to help you. If you are ready to learn more about your options, please contact Shoppingtown Dental to arrange a convenient appointment.
Dental implants are an excellent option for tooth replacement because they restore teeth and their roots. Replacing the root is important because root loss leads to bone loss, impacting support for neighbouring teeth and facial structure.
How Do Dental Implants in Doncaster, VIC, Work?
Tooth implants are comprised of three integral parts:
- The implant—Carefully placed into your jawbone to take the place of your root
- The abutment—Attaches the dental implant to its restoration
- The restoration—Typically a porcelain crown for single teeth, or a bridge or denture to restore multiple missing teeth
These three components work together to create your new tooth. We can complete implant dentistry here at our Doncaster dental clinic from start to finish, including the implant placement surgery. You can feel comfortable knowing you'll work with the dental team you know and trust throughout your procedure.
The Advantages of Dental Implants
Tooth implants offer several advantages over other tooth replacement options that our patients appreciate.
- Longevity—Dental implants have the potential to last a lifetime with the right care.
- Aesthetics—Dental implants provide the look, function, and feeling of a natural tooth.
- Stability—Tooth implants restore bite and jaw joint stabilisation.
- Versatility—Dental implants can restore one or multiple teeth.
- Protection—Implants protect you from devastating bone loss.
Contact your team at Shoppingtown Dental if you'd like more information about dental implants.
Meet Our Doctors:
Dr Andy Kuo BDSc (Melb)
(DEN0001033298) Registered Dentist, General Registration
After graduation, Andy moved to Hervey Bay, Queensland, to begin his career, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry. He moved back to Melbourne a year ...
Dr Emily Law BDSc
(DEN0001669964) Registered Dentist, General Registration
Emily is a Bachelor of Dental Science graduate from the University of Melbourne. She has since gained experience working in private practice across Gippsland and metropolitan Victoria.
Emily ...
Dr Andrew Shehata MDSc
(DEN0002142985) Registered Dentist, General Registration
Andrew earned his master's in dentistry upon graduating from La Trobe University in Bendigo. He gained extensive experience practising throughout rural Victoria before settling down in Melbourne.
With ...