BRING BACK A TOTAL SMILE WITH DENTAL IMPLANTS IN SINGAPORE

BRING BACK A TOTAL SMILE WITH DENTAL IMPLANTS IN SINGAPORE

Experiencing a tooth loss in Singapore? Don’t worry, a dental implant at Family Dental Centre can fix that and bring a complete smile back to your face. Dental implants replace tooth loss with a fixture of the same shape as the tooth root together with an artificial tooth.

BENEFITS OF
DENTAL IMPLANTS

Getting a dental implant in Singapore brings these benefits:

TOOTH IMPLANT TREATMENT OPTION IN SINGAPORE

SINGLE TOOTH REPLACEMENT

When only a single tooth implant is recommended by dentists, a fixture is placed and the prosthetics are made for the individual tooth.

IMPLANT-SUPPORTED BRIDGE

An implant-supported bridge is a viable implant option for those missing multiple teeth. The dental bridge connects the prosthetics to one another and ensures stability.

IMPLANT OVERDENTURE

When two or more tooth implants are placed to provide stabilisation of the denture and preserve the underlying bone for patients.

WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT?

A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into the jawbone and held in place with a titanium abutment, which acts as an anchor for artificial teeth. Implants act like natural teeth roots, providing stability and support for restorations such as crowns and bridges, as well as dentures. 

Dental implants don’t require special cleaning or any dietary restrictions because they are securely fastened to the jawbone. Though traditional methods of tooth replacement merely restore form without offering function, dental implants provide both form and function to bring a person’s smile back to life.

HOW DOES A DENTAL IMPLANT WORK?

A dental implant is a sound way to replace lost or damaged teeth. The implants consist of a titanium rod that is surgically implanted into the jawbone, providing a sturdy foundation for the new addition. Once the implant has fused with the jawbone, an abutment and customised crown are attached on top. 

These two components provide enough strength to make eating and normal speaking functions possible. After receiving a dental implant, patients can go about their daily lives knowing they have securely replaced their lost tooth. This modern solution provides an effective way to restore patients’ smiles in the most natural-looking way possible.

IMPLANT TREATMENT PROCEDURE

The whole process to replace a missing tooth with dental implant takes about 4 to 9 months in Singapore depending on the availability of bones. If a patient has sufficient bone thickness and height, the whole process takes between 3 to 4 months to complete as it takes about 3 to 4 months for the patient’s bone and the inserted titanium to fuse together.

If a patient has reduced bone thickness and height, either artificial bone made of minerals or the patient’s own bone from somewhere in the body is placed onto the inserted implant to encourage bone growth and bone fusion between the titanium and the patient’s existing bone. This process may take 6 to 9 months.

The process of placing dental implants is a very comfortable procedure and is mostly done under local anaesthesia. You can also choose to have the dental implant procedure done under general anaesthesia.

WHAT IS AN IMPLANT OVERDENTURE?

An implant overdenture is where two or more tooth implants are placed to provide stabilisation of the denture and preserve the underlying bone for patients in Singapore. A regular denture rests on the gums, and is not supported by implants. An implant is used when a person does not have any teeth in the jaw but has enough bone in the jaw to support the implants. The implant-supported denture has special attachments that snap onto attachments on the implant.

DENTURE

CONNECTION APPLIANCE

Appliance connecting implant and denture

IMPLANT

Structure corresponding to a natural tooth and a root

Benefits of Implant Overdenture

PROMOTES BETTER DIGESTION

Poor fitting dentures in Singapore are often held in by using adhesives. Implant overdentures utilise dental implants so that they are more stable than adhesives. Improved stability allows you to chew food more thoroughly, helping your stomach break down food more efficiently and absorb more nutrients.

HELPS RETAIN YOUR FACIAL FEATURES AND STRUCTURE

The natural process of resorption (shrinkage) that occurs when you have an unhealthy or under-stimulated jaw as a result of missing teeth can cause the distance between your nose and chin to shrink. This shrinking can make your face look “sunken-in”.

SLOWS DOWN BONE LOSS BY STIMULATING THE BONE IN YOUR JAW

For patients undergoing this in Singapore, your implant overdenture will continue to stimulate your jaw bone when you eat or chew. This stimulation will slow down or even stop the resorption (shrinkage) process because it is acting like a tooth root in your bone.

DENTURES WORN ON THE UPPER AND LOWER JAW ARE MORE COMFORTABLE

When your denture is retained with dental implants it fits more securely than one held in with only adhesives. This fit also increases the stability of the denture reducing or even eliminating unnecessary movement during chewing and talking. This lessens the instances of sores and embarrassing dislodgement as you go about your day in Singapore.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DENTAL IMPLANTS IN SINGAPORE

It is necessary to have a consultation with your dentist in Singapore prior to a dental implant procedure to understand your health condition and assess your suitability prior to the procedure. When oral hygiene is not in a good condition or when other diseases such as diabetes or osteoporosis are present, scar restoration may be limited.

There is no age limitation for tooth implants in Singapore. However, implant placement needs to be determined after a careful examination of medical risks of a patient e.g. systemic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, hypertension.
There should not be any pain associated with the surgery as the procedure is conducted under a local anaesthesia to minimise any patient discomfort.
In most cases, healing will be quick. Some minor discomfort can be expected but it can be managed with the use of oral painkillers.
Most people in Singapore return to work within a day or two after the dental implant surgery. It is normal for the stitches to be dislodged during the first few days. If you are an existing denture wearer, your denture may need to be adjusted to ensure a better fit during this interim period.
Stick to a soft diet after the surgery and avoid brushing the surgical area for the first two weeks.
For post-implant treatment after your dental implant procedure, it is necessary to have good oral hygiene care just like how you care for your natural teeth and preventive care through regular check-ups with your dentist in Singapore is required.
A successfully integrated dental implant given proper care should last for many years. However, implants can fail if you do not practise proper oral hygiene techniques. As such, it is important for you to visit your dentist in Singapore at least twice a year to assess your overall oral hygiene condition and the implant stability. Proper brushing, flossing and regular dental check-ups will help to ensure the long term success of your implants.
To help ensure costs are more affordable, the Singapore government has allowed eligible patients to be able to use Medisave to pay for dental implants.

Am I a Good Candidate?

To find out whether you are a good candidate, schedule an appointment with our dentist for an initial consultation. Once the assessment of your dental health is done, our clinician will work with you to develop a treatment plan that is right for you.