Single Tooth Implants
A full set of teeth supports chewing and helps maintains facial structure. When one or more teeth go missing, some changes in function or appearance can occur. A single tooth implant is one treatment that may be used to replace a missing tooth. It is a routine procedure used in dental practice. Loss of a single tooth can cause neighbouring teeth to shift or change position, which may require additional treatment over time.
What Are Single Tooth Implants?
Single tooth implants are a dental procedure that replaces a missing tooth. It is designed to support chewing, though outcomes can vary between patients. The tooth is custom fitted and colour matched as part of the treatment process.
The dental implant consists of three different components. The dental implant itself is the screw that is inserted into the jawbone and provides support for the dental restoration. The second component is called the ‘abutment’ and that is an intermediary part that joins the ‘tooth’ to the dental implant screw. The third component is what you see and use – and that is the dental implant crown or the ‘tooth’.
Steps To Completing Your Single Tooth Implant
Initial Consultation
After an initial consult, we will gather further information to allow us to diagnose and treat the missing tooth appropriately. We may require moulds to be taken to assess the bite as well as other diagnostic records such as x-rays to assess bone availability. Planning to this degree means with the implant can be prepared according to the treatment plan.
Implant Placement
This visit is where the dental implant screw is placed with precision into the jaw bone. If you require a tooth extraction, it is possible to have this done during your implant placement. This approach may allow a single surgical procedure instead of two. Your dentist will discuss the sedation options available to you. Treatment is provided according to established clinical protocols.
Final Fit
The last phase of the implant procedure is to insert your new ‘tooth’. A digital scan of your implant will be taken to capture its location in your mouth, taking neighbouring teeth into account. This will allow us to provide a replacement for the missing tooth. After a healing period of 3 months, the dental implant can be incorporated into the final restoration.
The Cost of Single Tooth Implants
The cost of a single tooth implant starts at $4,500. This is a package price that includes the dental implant screw, implant abutment and implant crown. Visit our dental clinic to learn more. Please note that the price may vary for each single tooth implant as there are various factors and conditions that will influence the reconstruction of a missing tooth. For example, some patients may require a bone graft or complete sedation services. Book in a consultation and visit Glenferrie Dental for a detailed quote.
