Dental Implants in Avondale, Auckland
Missing teeth impact nearly every aspect of life, from chewing and speaking to having a confident smile. Dental implants provide a life-changing solution for the problem of missing teeth by providing a fixed, long-term solution that makes patients smile.
While there are a number of solutions that can fill in gaps in your smile, the majority of them are temporary solutions that need to be readjusted or replaced over time. The reason behind this is bone health.
When we eat and chew, we apply pressure to our teeth, which then imparts pressure to our jaw bone. Without this force, the jaw bone begins to deteriorate and recede. Dentures and dental bridges rest on top of the gums, never able to make contact with the jawline. This is where dental implants have changed the lives of many patients, past and future. Since they integrate with your very jaw bone, they restore the tooth root and keep your bone healthy and strong.
At Avondale Dental Centre, we are happy to provide this advanced restorative treatment to patients who are interested in a permanent solution.
What Is a Dental Implant?
Dental implants are life-long restorations that replace the entire tooth, including the root. They typically consist of three parts:
- Implant post (screw) – the part of the implant that replaces the root
- Abutment – an attachment to join the implant and crown
- Crown – the restoration to replace the tooth
Made of biocompatible titanium, dental implants integrate with the jaw bone so they will never shift or fall out during inopportune moments.
The Dental Implant Process at Avondale Dental Centre
Dental implants require careful planning and design to ensure success. Our dentists at Avondale Dental Centre begin with a full evaluation, including digital CT scans and 3-D models to determine proper placement and verify adequate bone.
In the case of insufficient bone, an additional procedure called bone grafting can improve the quality, making dental implants possible. Patients who have been missing one or more teeth for a long time don't have to worry that this procedure is beyond their grasp. We can work with any case, no matter how complex.
If we perform the dental extraction in our Avondale dental clinic, we can sometimes place the dental implant during the same appointment, reducing the number of visits required.
After completely anaesthetising the area, one of our skilled dentists will place the dental implant directly into the jawbone. Dental implants are designed to integrate with the bone, resulting in a stable foundation to support a dental crown.
The integration process takes approximately 3-6 months. After integration completes, we will design a custom dental crown to complete your smile.
For many patients, aesthetics are as important as function. Dr Najar, Dr Crum and Dr Nekrutenk will match the new crown to your natural teeth for a seamless result that complements your smile.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants provide a number of health benefits over other teeth replacement options.
Bone retention – Bone loss is common after tooth loss occurs. Dental implants help to retain the bone by replacing the root of the tooth and keeping the jaw bone healthy and happy.
Bite protection – Dental implants keep teeth from shifting toward the gap left by a missing tooth. Misaligned teeth can cause difficulty chewing and lead to jaw pain and even further tooth loss.
Convenience – Single dental implants require the same care as natural teeth. Brushing, flossing and regular dental visits will help you get the most out of your tooth implant, making this treatment as convenient as it is efficient.
Unrestricted diet – With dental implants, you can eat an unrestricted diet that supports healthy nutrition. Other teeth replacement options may be restrictive in the types of food a patient can safely eat, which can have a negative impact on nutrition as many healthy foods tend to be chewy or require a lot of chewing.
Implant-Retained Dentistry
Implants can enhance the function and reliability of established teeth replacement options like dental bridges and dentures.
Implant-retained bridges make it possible to replace missing teeth without placing dental crowns on healthy teeth.
Implant-retained dentures require approximately 4-6 dental implants per arch. Implants lock dentures in place and prevent them from slipping or falling.
Patients who want to continue enjoying their dentures without worrying about them shifting or moving around can enjoy their non-removable dental restorations.
Interested in Replacing Missing Teeth in Avondale?
We welcome you to contact our surgery to arrange a consultation where one of our experienced and gentle dentists will discuss options to restore your oral health and your smile. At Avondale Dental Centre, our goal is to keep our patients comfortable and pain-free while providing high-quality dentistry.
Please give us a call if you have any questions or to book an appointment.
We recognise each patient as an individual and know that what works for one patient will not always satisfy another. This is why we recommend that you arrange a booking with one of our experienced dentists to discuss your oral health. 
