Dental Implants Sydney CBD

If you develop a dental infection, it’s important to get in touch with the prosthodontist as soon as possible. Signs of infection include, inflammation, a funny taste in your mouth, fever and red or swollen gums. The course of treatment will depend on the severity of the infection and we can prescribe antibiotics, perform corrective surgery, a surface decontamination, or removal of the implant.

Full mouth dental implants are placed when someone needs to have all their teeth replaced. In this procedure, up to 14 implants are placed in the jaw and then natural-looking replacement teeth are placed to fit into the implant.

Dental implants and veneers are two very different parts of dentistry.

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots which are part of a tooth replacement treatment plan. Dental veneers are a cosmetic solution to help improve the colour, shade and shape of your teeth.

Teeth implants are known in dentistry as dental implants and replace a tooth root. Once this has healed, a dental crown, bridge or denture will be anchored to it for a whole tooth replacement.

There are three options to replace missing teeth.

1. Dental bridges
2. Dentures
3. Dental implants

The best option will depend on your oral health. Each treatment is effective in different ways, and Professor Ironside will best be able to explain which is the right option for your situation.

With the use of anaesthetic dental implant treatment shouldn’t hurt

Fear of pain at the dentist is common. However, most dental implant patients say the procedure doesn’t hurt and the discomfort is minimal. A local anaesthetic is used during the surgery. The bone where the implant is placed does not have many pain-sensing nerves.

You may experience mild discomfort for a few days post-surgery

Immediately after the surgery and for a few days following, you will likely experience some discomfort. After all, this is a major dental procedure. However, any pain you have should be manageable.

Discomfort may be felt in the chin, cheeks, or underneath the eyes. You may also experience bruising of the skin and gums, pain at the implant site, and minor bleeding. Painkillers recommended by Professor Ironside should be used as directed.

Your dental implants are built to last a LIFETIME

Professor Ironside uses a high-quality and durable material for our dental implants. If you maintain good oral hygiene your dental implants can last you a lifetime, and the prosthetic attached to the implants (with good care) should last up to 10 years.

Dental implants are made from a metal that your body shouldn’t reject

Dental implants are made from biocompatible metal. And this type of dental implant has been used for the last 30 years. Professor Jim Ironside refers his patients to an oral surgeon who works in the same building to ensure the best quality results.

The biocompatible metal is accepted by the body and acts as a strong and sturdy tooth root. Which happens when your jawbone fuses with the implant. This process, known as osseointegration, gives implants the stability and strength to support replacement teeth.

Implant teeth are made from metal and so cannot decay

Implant teeth cannot decay. Or ache. If you neglect your oral health, the gums around the implant may become infected. Which will cause you pain. And possibly result in the loss of teeth, and even the implant itself.

A dental implant is a small titanium rod that is implemented into the jawbone.

The bone quickly grows around the implant, attaching itself to the rough outer surface. Once the implant has been anchored by the bone, the implant is prepared to accept the natural looking prosthetic tooth.

Dental implants can provide a long-term solution for our patients

The benefits of dental implants can include:

• Completely restore your natural bite, tooth function and aesthetic appeal.
• They aid with biting pressure
• They can function like genuine teeth allowing you to enjoy all your favourite foods again.
• They can be durable and long lasting.
• Dental implants can prevent bone loss and allow you to maintain a healthy facial structure.

There are several factors that need to be addressed before you can be considered suitable for dental implants

Dental implants require a titanium screw to be surgically placed into the jawbone to secure the false tooth into place. This means the jawbone needs to be strong and healthy enough to be able to hold the screw. Any adult who possesses good health is usually eligible for dental implant surgery. There are some instances that require special consideration and increase the risk of implant failure. These include:

• Periodontal disease
• Chronic disease
• People who consume large amounts of alcohol
• Smokers