Want to Replace Missing Teeth with Something That Feels Natural?
Dental implants are the most natural and long-lasting way to replace missing teeth. At Adelaide Cosmetic Dentistry, our experienced implant team restores smiles with precision, comfort, and advanced technology — helping you chew, speak, and smile with confidence again.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small, biocompatible titanium or ceramic post that replaces the root of a missing tooth.
Once placed into the jawbone, it integrates naturally through a process called osseointegration, providing a strong foundation for a crown, bridge, or full arch of teeth.
Unlike dentures or traditional bridges, dental implants look, feel, and function just like real teeth — and they help preserve the bone and facial structure over time.
Dental Implants Before and After Photos
Dental Implant & Veneers
All-On-Four Implants
Veneers
Who Can Benefit From Dental Implants?
Dental implants may be suitable if you:
Have one or more missing or damaged teeth
Struggle with loose dentures or bridges
Want a permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement
Have adequate bone density or can undergo grafting
Wish to improve chewing function and facial aesthetics
Why Choose Dental Implants?
Dental implants are trusted worldwide for their proven, long-term results:
Natural look, feel, and function
Long-lasting and durable solution
Prevents jawbone loss after tooth removal
Restores confidence and quality of life
No need to alter healthy neighbouring teeth
How Treatment Works
1. Consultation & Assessment
We evaluate your oral health, bone structure, and smile goals using 3D imaging and digital scans.
2. Implant Placement
The dental implant post is placed gently into the jawbone under local anaesthetic or sedation.
3. Healing & Integration
The implant fuses with your bone over several weeks, creating a stable base for your restoration.
4. Restoration & Smile Completion
A custom-made crown, bridge, or full-arch prosthesis is attached for a seamless, natural finish.
Why Choose Adelaide Cosmetic Dentistry for Dental Implants?
Experienced team in implant and restorative dentistry
Guided digital planning for accuracy and comfort
Collaboration with surgical specialists where needed
Modern Unley clinic using state-of-the-art technology
Frequently Asked Questions
Implant dentistry is regarded as one of the best options for replacement of missing teeth and results are expected to last for decades. However, like any other dental treatments failures can occur. Implants can get infected or bone can be lost around the titanium surface. Implant crown components can break under heavy load as well. These problems are rare, but risks still exist. As always frequent check-ups and home care are of utmost importance.
Placement of the implant is done under anesthetic. Like any other surgery, discomfort can occur for a short period of time postoperatively. Usual painkillers may be needed for the initial healing period.
Intravenous sedation for nervous patients may be sufficient, however, some surgeons prefer to place implants in the mouth under general anesthetic. In many instances, implant surgery is done in the chair and under local anesthesia only. Each case needs to be assessed individually.
Implant cost varies depending on the type of implant, its location and whether a graft needs to be done. Each case needs to be quoted accordingly.
Though some companies advocate this, you have to bear in mind that Australia has one of the highest standards of dentistry anywhere in the world. If an implant fails due to fracture or infection, fixing it will cost a lot more and will be far more traumatic.
In most cases, once the surgery is complete a period of healing needs to pass before a crown is placed. This is usually a minimum of 6 weeks.
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