Single Dental Implants in Caroline Springs

Dental implants and bridges can both deliver natural-looking restorations, but they also have their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Here’s how these two tooth replacement alternatives compare.

Single tooth implant (pros)

• long-lasting tooth replacement, offering over fifteen years of durability. 

• maintain a natural-looking appearance for longer than bridges.

• Avoid damaging the healthy teeth around the implant. 

• Have 97% of high success rates.

Single tooth implant (cons)

• It may not be covered by health insurance. 

• The procedure may take up to six months to be completed. 

• Higher upfront cost. 

• There is a risk of surgical complications.

Dental bridge (pros)

• It can be covered by health insurance. 

• Bone graft or invasive surgery may not be necessary. 

• Typically, the upfront costs are lower. 

• Most cases only require two visits to complete the procedure. 

Dental bridge (cons)

• It has a lower lifespan and may need to be replaced every five to seven years.(but, depending on proper care, some bridges can last up to ten years). 

• It becomes less natural-looking as it ages.

• Nearby teeth may be more prone to cavities and tooth decay with bridges. 

• There is a risk of damaging healthy teeth around the missing tooth. 

It is necessary to replace even a single missing tooth to avoid further complications, and a dental implant is usually the best type of restoration. Because a dental implant post avoids bone loss and ensures that existing teeth do not shift out of place. In contrast to a dental bridge, there is no need to grind down the neighbouring teeth to crown the new tooth because the implant supports it.

A dental implant is a titanium screw that is used to hold a dental crown in place. The titanium screw, which attaches to the jaw bone, serves to replace the natural tooth root.

Dental implants have an appearance and feel comparable to natural teeth, and they are just as easy to maintain as your natural teeth are.

Implants are inserted through a simple oral surgical procedure. The complexity varies depending on the individual conditions, but the process almost generally requires little to no discomfort.

Dentists always perform it under local anaesthesia, but we can also apply twilight sedation or general anaesthesia for complicated cases.

You may expect to experience discomfort or pain following the procedure for a few days. It should last only a couple of days and can be managed by over-the-counter pain relievers. 

Although missing a single tooth may seem less problematic, it can be a source of complications if left untreated.

• All of our teeth have a significant role in our chewing, facial structure, and dental health. Missing one tooth can make your gums and remaining teeth recede and deteriorate.

• Tooth loss may also lead to crooked teeth and a poor bite, adding excessive pressure to your remaining teeth.

• The gums and bones also change as teeth move, leading to sensitivity, decay, mobility, and potential tooth loss.

• When a gap is visible, it can affect a person’s confidence.

• Studies indicate that tooth loss has a link to your overall health. For proper nutrition, it is important to have the ability to chew correctly. 

A single implant placed at the back of the jawline is usually cheaper than one placed at the front, since implants at the front teeth may require colour matching and proper tooth alignment.

In Australia, the average cost of a single implant may range from $4,000 to $5,055.27. but could be more depending on your circumstance.

• Same-day dental implants

• Traditional dental bridge

• Mini implants

• Partial dentures

• Full dentures

• Adhesive dental bridge