How can we help you?
If you are looking for a dental clinic that welcomes families and provides quality care, you have come to the right place. We understand that choosing a dentist to care for your family's smiles is a big decision, and we and welcome all of your questions.
Here are some of the most common questions we receive here at North Brisbane Dental Clinic. If yours is not listed here, we welcome you to telephone us for a personalised response.
Dental Implants
Just like any prosthetic, whether your hip or knee, implants are not for life. They may eventually require replacement. Studies show that over 20 years, implants have a survival rate of around 85–90 per cent. So, they are very successful treatment modalities. However, they are not without complications. Implants are similar to your natural teeth; the gums can develop gum disease—the most common cause of dental implant failure.
3 Tips to Improve the Longevity of Dental Implants
The most important thing to allow your implant to last for as long as possible includes three things:
- You need to look after your general health. You can't have good oral health without a solid foundation in overall wellness.
- You need to ensure that your gum health is excellent. Gum disease can destroy the bone that is the foundation for your teeth and dental implants.
- Keep up on maintenance; this includes both at-home teeth brushing and flossing and seeing us regularly for six-month checks.
To learn more about if you are a good candidate for dental implants or to learn more about caring for your dental implants, please contact North Brisbane Dental Clinic. Our dentists, Dr Andrew Liaw, Dr Georgia Sheahan and our team, will answer all your questions and help you take the next step toward a healthy, comfortable smile.
We proudly provide dental implant dentistry for our patients in North Brisbane, Lutwyche, Clayfield, Windsor, Grange, Gordon Park, Kalinga, Kedron, Stafford, Ascot, Chermside, Everton Hills and Wooloowin, QLD.
If you're interested in dental implants, the first step is to give us a call and arrange a consultation. At this appointment, we will look at the site and check its suitability, including evaluating bone and overall oral health. The process of having an implant is completed in stages, and your dentist will co-ordinate these steps with our implant specialists.
The Two Stages of Dental Implants
Remember that dental implants require two stages.
- The tooth implant has to be placed into the bone. Most patients tolerate this procedure well, with minimal discomfort for just a few days following the surgery. This phase of treatment is completed by a specialist, who closely co-ordinates your treatment with our team.
- Wait about three months for the implant to heal and integrate with the jawbone. Once the specialist has confirmed your implant has integrated and is firm and healthy, one of our dentists will place a porcelain tooth (crown) on the implant.
We Welcome New Patients
If you have tooth loss and you are searching for the ideal tooth replacement for your lifestyle and budget, we welcome you to contact North Brisbane Dental Clinic. Dr Georgia Sheahan and our team offer tooth replacement options such as dental bridges, dentures, partial dentures, overdentures and dental implants in North Brisbane and Wooloowin, QLD.
We also welcome patients from nearby communities, including Lutwyche, Clayfield, Windsor, Grange, Gordon Park, Kalinga, Kedron, Stafford, Ascot, Chermside and Everton Hills.
A dental implant is essentially a titanium screw that gets placed into the bone to replace the missing tooth.
The implants are made of titanium, meaning they are very biocompatible. And over three months, the implant will integrate with your natural bone to form a strong and rigid connection, which is why they are such excellent treatment options for replacing missing teeth.
Why Should I Get a Dental Implant Instead of a Bridge?
If you have missing teeth, are interested in a fixed appliance, and you're looking into a dental bridge, a tooth implant is a great alternative. They are much less invasive than your conventional bridge, which may involve altering the surrounding healthy teeth.
Implants are great for single tooth gaps, particularly in the back and the front of the jaw, to restore function and aesthetics.
We Welcome You to Contact Our Dental Clinic
At North Brisbane Dental Clinic, we warmly welcome patients from Wooloowin, North Brisbane, and the surrounding communities for dental implant consultations in addition to your family's general dentistry needs. In addition to dental implants, we also offer dental bridges and other tooth replacement options, such as dentures and partial dentures.
Dental implants are a great opportunity over other treatment options. For example, if you compare implants with dentures for day-to-day use, an implant doesn't require you to insert or remove the appliance; it's fixed. As long as you maintain your dental implant and health, it's an option worth considering compared to a denture.
Dental Implants in North Brisbane
If you have questions about dental implants and live near Wooloowin or North Brisbane, we welcome you to contact us to arrange a dental implant consultation. We will present all of your tooth-replacement options and help you make a choice that fits your lifestyle.
Dental implants are a great opportunity over other treatment options. For example, if you compare implants with dentures for day-to-day use, an implant doesn't require you to insert or remove the appliance; it's fixed. As long as you maintain your dental implant and health, it's an option worth considering compared to a denture.
Dental Implants in North Brisbane
If you have questions about dental implants and live near Wooloowin or North Brisbane, we welcome you to contact us to arrange a dental implant consultation. We will present all of your tooth-replacement options and help you make a choice that fits your lifestyle.