What is the procedure for implant treatment?

Firstly the surgical placement of the implant(s) into the bone. This is usually done at our clinic, with a local anesthetic. After surgery, there is a healing period of up to three months. During this time, the implants fuse to the bone by a process known as ‘osseointegration’.

Sometimes, there is a minor surgical exposure at the top of the implant, whereby we will attach the abutment to the implant. The function of the abutment is to become the support for either one tooth or a set of teeth. This is a short procedure that usually requires local anesthesia.

The last phase is the restorative phase. We will take impressions and then make the teeth that will attach to the implants. Once completed, the natural beauty of your mouth will be restored with good strong teeth.