Dental Implants Hervey Bay

Dental implants have become the gold standard treatment in dentistry for replacing one or more missing teeth. Dental implants are strong, aesthetically pleasing, and long-lasting restorations.

Dental implants are sometimes called “tooth implants”.

What is a dental implant?

A dental implant is a synthetic alternative to a natural tooth. It consists of two sections:

• a base that provides a long-lasting, solid, and well-anchored “artificial root.”
• an upper structure crafted by skilled technicians to look like the tooth or teeth it replaces.

The implant base

The base of the implant looks like a screw. In a surgical procedure, it is embedded in the bone where the missing tooth once stood. The screw is made of titanium, the same material used for plating and pins to heal bones. As the jawbone heals after surgery, the bone fuses to the titanium surface, creating a strong, harmonious connection.

Implant teeth

The upper structure is attached once the implant base is well-connected to the bone.

The upper structure might be

• a single crown
• two or more teeth linked together (a bridge)
• a partial or full denture.

How much does a dental implant cost?

Our fee for dental implants varies from case to case. Our dentist, Dr Nick White, will explain the fees, payment structure, and alternatives.

Treatment involving dental implants typically attracts a higher fee than the other options. This fee reflects

• the quality of the implant components that Dr Nick uses in every case
• the quantity of components required. Cases with multiple implants will attract higher fees
• that each course of treatment requires multiple long appointments
• the costs associated with setting up our practice to ensure sterile conditions for each step of treatment
• the involvement of highly skilled Australian dental technicians.

Dr Nick continues investing in his training to deliver long-lasting results for each patient.

In complex cases, Dr Nick will refer the patient to a specialist, which typically attracts higher fees.