Bone Grafting & Sinus Lifts for Dental Implants

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If you are looking into having a dental implant placed to replace a lost tooth or teeth, you may have heard the terms ‘bone grafting’ or ‘sinus lift’, and might be wondering what they mean. In this article we will go over what a bone graft or sinus lift entails and what kind of patient requires these procedures. What is … Read More

Why Should I Get My Dental Implant Done Locally?

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For those wanting a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, choosing the dental practice where you have it placed is the first step of the journey. There are several factors that go into choosing the right place and the right dentist, such as location and price, and each patient prioritises different things. The key is to choose a dental … Read More

How Long do Dental Implants Last: Understanding The Lifespan Of Implants

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If you’re considering tooth replacement options at Central Periodontics, you may be wondering how long you can expect these implant systems to last in the long term. What are the success rates of dental implants at 10 years, or even 20 years? Will my artificial teeth ever fail? What happens if the implant site becomes infected? In this article, we’ll … Read More

How Long Does The Dental Implant Process Take: An Overview of the Timeline

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Wondering how long a dental implant process takes? The answer varies for each patient. However, it usually takes somewhere between 3-12 months for the implant process to be completed, based on your particular case. One may wonder as to why does it take so long, and if it is worth waiting for the results? We’ll endeavour to answer those queries … Read More

Can Dental Implants Come Loose? Everything You Need To Know

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Whether you’ve recently had a dental implant, or you’re interested in getting a dental implant in the near future, you may be wondering if it’s possible for dental implants to come loose. In this blog from Central Periodontics, we’ll discuss everything that you need to know. Dental Implants Can Come Loose, But It’s Very Rare Can dental implants come loose? … Read More

What Are All On Four Implants? Understanding The Basics

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If you’re interested in restoring your smile in Canberra, you may be interested in All-On-4 dental implant treatment. This treatment is an excellent way to restore your natural teeth with a complete set of teeth. Unlike dentures, All-On-4 implants do not shift or move. Read on to get more information about All-On-4 from Central Periodontics & Dental Implants; and to … Read More

How Long Does It Take for Dental Implants to Heal?

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Dental implants are complex and serious procedures, but they do have high success rates. When it comes to healing time for the dental implant process, each patient’s mileage may vary. Many factors can impact the healing rate, including the following: How many teeth were affected by the procedure If the surgery required bone or gum grafting If the patient has … Read More

Are Dental Implants Necessary

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Why Are They Better Than Bridges And Dentures? Whether you are missing a single tooth or several teeth, you may be considering removable dentures like partial or full dentures, or a dental bridge, as well as dental implants. Replacing teeth with a prosthetic like a bridge, implant, or denture is important, as tooth replacement will help preserve your smile, and … Read More

Dental Implants For Front Teeth

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Dental Implants – Understanding The Treatment Process At Central Periodontics, we understand that for some patients, the process of treatment for getting a dental implant can sound confusing or scary. Our approach for helping lessen any of these stresses is to explain the process and address any questions you may have about the treatment process. Whether you have had a … Read More

What Are Dental Implants Made Of?

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Understanding The Basics Of Implant Dentistry If you’re interested in replacement teeth, and have been exploring dental implant surgery, you may have some serious questions about the process of surgery, and how do these artificial teeth replace your natural teeth. One of the most common questions asked is “What are dental implants made of”? So, in this article, we’ll go … Read More