Tooth implant procedure
A closer look at the typical steps for placing a new implant and crown
The following outlines the key steps to a typical tooth implant procedure. These steps are carried out over a period of time.
Your clinical situation is examined and an image of your jawbone is taken to determine the placement of the dental implant(s). An impression is made that serves as “guide” for the entire treatment.
The dental implant(s) and a temporary tooth or prosthesis are put in place. In some cases, the dental implant can be loaded immediately although this depends on your bone condition.
Following the surgical procedure there is a period of healing before your final new teeth are attached.
This period allows the dental implant(s) to fully integrate into your jawbone and may be between 3-6 months.
A healing cap or temporary crown is put in place during the healing time.
Following the appropriate healing period, you return to your dentist and receive your final abutment(s), to which your new teeth will be attached. A new impression is made
Your dentist uses the new impression to craft your new tooth/teeth, matching the colour
and shape of your natural teeth.
Your dentist attaches your new tooth/teeth to the abutment(s) followed by functionality and esthetics checks to make sure you are completely satisfied.
Meet an MC Dental implant dentist
Call the clinic today on (03) 8608 8968 and ask for a FREE implant informative consult. Get your questions answered. Find out what's possible with implants and what alternatives exist.
Step by step - a visual guide to implant styles
Single implant:
1. Missing tooth
Single missing tooth at the front of a smile? We can fix that!
2. The implant
The dental implant is inserted into the jawbone without affecting adjacent teeth.
3. The abutment
The abutment is attached to the dental implant.
4. The crown
The new tooth (crown) is attached to the abutment, refreshing the smile.
Bridges on implants:
1. Missing teeth
Several missing teeth? Implants might be a good solution for you.
2. The implants
Two or more implants act as the "roots" for new teeth.
3. The abutments
The abutments are attached to link the implants to the new bridge.
4. The bridge
The new bridge is attached.
Replacing all teeth with a dental implant bridge:
1. Missing teeth
Missing all teeth? There are options to explore.
2. The implants
Multiple implants are inserted depending on your personal needs.
3. The abutments
The abutments connect the implants to the bridge.
4. The bridge
The bridge is attached securely.
Replacing all teeth with an implant supported overdenture:
1. Missing teeth
If all teeth are missing an implant overdenture can provide a secure and removable alternative to traditional dentures.
2. The implants
Two or more implants create a secure foundation for the final prosthesis.
3. Ball abutments
The ball abutments act as the intermediate connecting element to the implants.
...or Bar abutment
An alternative to ball abutments is a bar abutment.
4. Overdenture
With an overdenture in place functionality and appearance of normal teeth is created.
Explore your options
If you’re interested in a more personalised discussion of implant options we urge you to take up our offer of a free implant information consultation with an MC dentist. Phone the clinic on 8608 8968 and ask for a free implant information consultation.
The information on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental advice specific to your individual needs. Some procedures described on this site involve minor surgery, which carries risks. Individual results vary between patients. You should seek the opinion of a health professional before proceeding with any dental or medical treatment.
Explanations of treatment outcomes should be considered to be descriptive and cannot be guaranteed.