Implants

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots, inserted into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. Implants are attached with a crown to mimic the look and function of real teeth. 

Implants are designed to last many years, however poor oral hygiene as well as smoking can shorten their life-span.  At Clemton Park Dental our dentists are specialised in dental implants and look forward to helping you repair your beautiful smile!

Benefits of Implants

• Dental implants can be a better replacement of teeth as they can withstand stronger bite pressures compared to dentures.
• Implants prevent bone loss in the jaw and the formation of hollowed checks which occur after tooth extractions. 
• Do not require cutting and reshaping of other natural teeth or need special products to keep up with their hygiene. They are cleaned by dental floss and brushing with regular toothpaste.

Aftercare of Dental Implants

• Good oral hygiene is important as well as brushing after every meal. Using toothpaste that has fluoride can benefit you by reducing the risk of decay in your surrounding teeth.
• Smoking will impair the healing of the implant and has an increased risk of making the implant fail. If you are a sweet-tooth, limiting your sugar intake will reduce the risk of plaque buildup.

Speak to one of our friendly dentists if this is an option you have been thinking of so we can start by taking some X-rays and CT scans to see how to plan your treatment. The dentist's decision on the size and appearance of the implant is based on the current teeth that remain in your mouth.