Treatment · One tooth

Replacing one missing tooth with an implant

A single implant replaces one missing tooth without grinding down the neighbouring teeth. It has three parts: the implant in the bone, the abutment through the gum, and the crown.

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In short

Usually 2–6 months from surgery to final crown.
Sometimes placed straight after an extraction.
Neighbouring teeth are left untouched.

The steps

Examination and 3D x-ray.
Implant placement under local anaesthetic.
Healing, often with a temporary tooth.
Abutment and final crown.

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Educational information only. The choice of implant system depends on your anatomy, restorative plan, bone quality and the clinician's assessment. This website does not recommend a specific implant for you.

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