Generally, you may be a good candidate for dental implants if you:

• Have lost one or more teeth
• Have sufficient bone to anchor the dental
  implant on, or are able to have a bone graft
• Have a completely grown jawbone
• Have healthy dental tissues
• Are in good oral health

While discomfort can differ between individuals, most patients agree that getting their dental implant was far less painful than they had envisioned. Our Burwood dentist will give you an anaesthetic during the dental implant treatment, so you should experience little to no discomfort. There is very little chance of infection because they will employ gentle techniques and operate in a clean environment. Moreover, you shouldn’t feel too uncomfortable if you take the prescribed antibiotics and follow our dentist’s post-operative instructions.

Dental professionals have used dental implants for a long time, and implant technology is constantly improving. They are sophisticated devices that are placed by highly skilled experts like ours. Dental implants are among the most reliable methods of restoring lost teeth.

If you take care of your dental implants by brushing, flossing, and adhering to our Burwood dentist’s instructions, they can last a lifetime. Our dentist can give you advice and suggestions on how to take care of your teeth. They will be based on:

• Your dietary preferences
• Appropriate hygiene practises
• Your genetic background

You can increase the likelihood that your implant will last a lifetime by following the instructions provided by our dentist. In a nutshell, you can expect to keep your dental implants for a very long time with proper oral hygiene practices and care.

A large gap between teeth may have an impact on an individual’s ability to eat or talk. When a tooth is lost, the teeth that surround it become free to shift or migrate or, in certain situations, lose bone.

The dental implant process commonly involves multiple appointments that are generally many months apart. Every situation is distinct, and every patient heals in their own way. Our Burwood dentist can give an estimate of the expected amount of chair time.

For two days after your procedure, stick to liquids and soft foods like cereals, eggs, cottage cheese, smooth soups, and milkshakes. Seven days after surgery, the majority of patients return to their normal diet.