Dental implants are an ideal replacement option for missing teeth and can now be performed right here at Ashgrove West Dental.
What is an implant?
Dental implants are a fixed replacement for missing teeth. They are a durable and more permanent option, and they also feel and look like natural teeth! Dental implants are placed in the jaw bone by a titanium post, which can now be performed here at Ashgrove West Dental! These posts provide a stable base for an artificial replacement tooth, such as a crown. The crown is made by a dental technician which is then placed on the implant abutment by us.
What is involved in the procedure?
To ensure that dental implants are right for you, an initial consultation will be conducted to examine your teeth, gums, and evaluate your bone density and quantity. This consultation may also require x-rays and other scans to determine where the implant will be placed.
The following appointment will involve placement of the implant post into the bone. Once in place, a cap is then placed on top to protect the area while the site heals and the dental implant anchors to the jaw bone. The healing process may take up to 6 months.
Following this procedure, the dentist will then attach what’s called an abutment, which holds the crown to the implant. Here a temporary crown will then be placed. This temporary crown serves as a template for the permanent crown as guide the gum as it shapes around it in a natural way. This process is then completed when a permanent crown in then made and placed on the implant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our genuinely caring dentists are only focused on looking for the best options for you. We are privileged to have been trusted by the community for over 60 years. Some of our patients are the 4th generation from their families to attend our dental practice.
Understanding our patients’ concerns is of high importance to us, therefore, endeavouring to maintain our fees below the national and state average, despite constantly rising costs, is our mission. Our quality of work is never compromised, as the most researched and reliable materials and techniques will be used for you.
Being able to support great local Australian dental laboratories is what we love. Many dentists send their crown, bridge, implant, denture, plate and splint work overseas. We are proud to use local laboraties based on what you need. A huge thank you to Hade’s Dental Ceramics (Kenmore), Drew Kelly Dental Lab (Ashgrove/Toowong), Stevenson Orthodontic Lab (Ashgrove), Paul Buchanan Dental Ceramics (Red Hill) and Hi-Tech Dental Lab (Murrarie). We have built a strong relationship with some of these guys spanning over 50 years!
Our dentists are passionate about dentistry, therefore, by attending to regular conferences and courses to remain updated with our knowledge and undertaking further training is of high importance to us, so that we can provide our patients with the best quality service they deserve.
People of all ages are more than welcome at our practice, as we look after patients ranging from 9 months old to over 100 years old! Providing a wide range of dental services to cover all the needs of our patients is our aim. Accomodating for our patients is of high value to us, therefore, we have free on-site parking for your convenience.
We always accept new patients, so give our friendly staff a call 🙂
The purpose of these appointments is to prevent any dental conditions and maintain the health of your teeth. We assess your medical history and discuss any problems or concerns that you may have with your dental health. Next we assess your teeth, gums and all areas of the mouth to ensure they are healthy. A thorough scale and clean will be done, followed by fluoride treatment. X-rays may also be taken at your initial visit with us, which are then updated every two years after that.
If you are having problems or concerns with your teeth, please call the practice and leave a message with your name and contact details, and our friendly staff will return your call the following business day. We can provide our patients with same day appointments for all tooth related emergencies. In the meantime, it is important to try and avoid the area as much as possible, including eating or drinking any hot or cold items as they may make your symptoms worse.
Here at Ashgrove West Dental, we support a variety of health funds, and are also preferred providers for BUPA and HCF. For your convenience, we have HICAPS terminals to make instant claims. We simply swipe your health fund card, authorise the claim and the gap can then be paid either by cash, card, or cheque.
