Your dental implants can last for over 25 years with proper care. And the good news is proper care for dental implants means exactly the same thing as it does for your natural teeth. It just means regular brushing and flossing and keeping up with your six-monthly check-up and clean appointments. The fact that dental implants last such a long time is one of the reasons they are an excellent investment in your long-term wellbeing.

Rest assured you will feel relaxed and comfortable throughout your implant surgery thanks to IV - or twilight - sedation. You will drift into a peaceful, sleep-like state until your procedure is all done.

And you most likely won’t feel a thing or even remember anything afterwards. We will keep you safe and comfortable during the recovery period until the anaesthesia wears off. But a family member or friend will need to take you home because you will still be a little too drowsy to drive.

This is a very understandable question! And it’s the first thing most people want to know. But the truth is, implant surgery techniques are incredibly advanced these days. And that, together with Dr Daley’s specialised training and gentle skill make the procedure a lot more comfortable than you might expect.

There may be some mild discomfort the day or two after your surgery, but it will be easily managed with over-the-counter medication. Your total recovery and healing time will depend on your medical and dental history, your bone condition prior to treatment, and how many implants are placed.

But healing is usually complete within 3 to 6 months.

While the dental implants procedure may seem relatively big, the difference replacing teeth with implants makes in people’s lives is much bigger.

Dental implants not only make eating and speaking feel comfortable and natural again, they also hugely improve confidence. And on top of all of that, they help prevent any further bone loss or damage to your existing teeth.

When you have missing teeth, your jaw bone will naturally start to recede. Jaw bone loss can affect your facial appearance and facial structure as your cheeks and lips begin to collapse inwards. Dental implants help to stop bone loss and support your facial structure. Dental implants also prevent your existing teeth from moving into the gaps left by your missing teeth. This will help to reduce any added stress on your remaining teeth.

Most patients who are missing teeth are good candidates for dental implants. However, there are some cases where tooth implants will not work. For example, if you have been missing teeth for a long time and have suffered extensive bone loss, there may not be enough bone to place the titanium post.

‍Dentist in Cronulla will determine if you are a suitable candidate for dental implants at your first consultation after we take x-rays and assess your teeth, jaw bone and gums.

It’s not uncommon to feel mild nausea directly following a dental implant procedure involving anaesthesia. Avoiding dairy products for the first 24 hours can help prevent this temporary discomfort and ease recovery.

Focus on staying hydrated with water, which plays a vital role in maintaining oral hygiene. Drinking water helps wash away food particles and bacteria and keeps your mouth moist, which is crucial for healing and preventing infection.

Caring for your mouth is essential during the healing process. Dental implants are a two-stage procedure, and we recommend sticking to soft foods for the first week to allow your implants to settle. You should avoid hard, crunchy, or chewy foods for a few more months to ensure proper healing.

There are three main types of dental implants. The most common is the endosteal implant, placed directly into the jawbone. For those with less bone density, a subperiosteal implant can be placed under the gum but above the bone.

In cases of severe bone loss in the upper jaw, zygomatic implants are placed into the cheekbone. Dr Daley will assess your dental health to determine the best option for you.

There are three main types of dental implants. The most common is the endosteal implant, placed directly into the jawbone. For those with less bone density, a subperiosteal implant can be placed under the gum but above the bone.

In cases of severe bone loss in the upper jaw, zygomatic implants are placed into the cheekbone. Dr Daley will assess your dental health to determine the best option for you.