Dental implants

We turn to implants after the loss of one, several or all teeth, whenever a stable, functional and aesthetic solution is wanted. An implant can replace a single missing tooth, carry a bridge where several teeth are missing, or secure a complete denture.

Implant treatment is often the recommendation when we want to avoid grinding down healthy neighbouring teeth, as a conventional bridge would require. It is also an excellent answer for patients troubled by loose removable dentures who want more comfort in speech, chewing and daily life.

A stable, long-term solution that improves chewing, speech, aesthetics and confidence. Because the implant replaces the root of the tooth, it gives the restoration firm support and helps keep the whole dentition functional.

With greater tooth loss, implants can transform quality of life, giving dentures or fixed restorations real stability. Eating, speaking and laughing become relaxed again.

Success begins with precise planning. We first examine the mouth, assess the teeth, gums and periodontal tissues, and check the quantity and quality of the bone. Where needed, planning is completed with digital scanning, X-ray diagnostics and a 3D view of the jaws.

On this basis we determine the best position for the implant – thinking not only of the bone but of the final prosthetic result. The implant must be placed so that the outcome is aesthetic, functional and stable for the long term.

Guided placement is a modern, highly precise way of inserting implants. Based on the digital scan and 3D X-ray diagnostics, the implant is first planned virtually in its correct position. An individual surgical guide is then made, directing the position, angle and depth of placement during the procedure.

This approach makes the procedure more predictable, more precise and often less invasive. Guided placement proves especially valuable in demanding cases, where the available bone, the neighbouring teeth and the final prosthetic plan must be respected exactly.

The implant is placed under local anaesthesia, so the procedure is normally painless. You may feel pressure or vibration, but no pain. We plan the procedure to run calmly, safely and with great care.

Mild swelling or sensitivity may follow and usually fades within days. You will receive precise instructions on cooling, oral hygiene, food and any medication.

That depends on the individual case. After placement there is usually a healing period in which the implant bonds with the bone – a process called osseointegration. Only then is the final restoration made.

In some cases a temporary solution can be provided quickly; in others, bone quality, additional procedures or a larger rehabilitation call for more time. Before treatment begins we set out the course, the timeline and the individual stages clearly.

Implants are a very successful solution, but not an automatic choice for every patient. Before placement we assess general health, oral hygiene, the state of the gums, the amount of bone and risk factors such as smoking or untreated periodontal disease.

Where conditions are not ideal, they can often be improved – with prior gum treatment, the removal of inflammation or additional surgical procedures. Implant treatment must always be planned individually and with care.

An implant is not a natural tooth, yet it demands excellent hygiene and regular check-ups. Bacterial deposits can build up around implants too, inflaming the surrounding tissue – regular cleaning is therefore essential.

We teach you the right maintenance and recommend regular professional check-ups. With good hygiene, healthy periodontal tissues and regular monitoring, implants can serve you for a very long time.