How long does dental implant treatment take?

The dental implant procedure generally takes around one hour for a single tooth. Once an implant is placed, it takes 3 to 6 months to form a strong bond with the jaw bone, after which time your custom crown or bridge can be attached.

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At Perth Dental Implant Centre, our dentist will gently and carefully insert a titanium screw into your jaw bone, known as an implant, replacing the gap where your tooth and root once stood. After your implant has effectively healed, an abutment and crown are attached, restoring your smile and missing tooth. This procedure is common for those with multiple, singular missing teeth.

If the missing teeth are adjacent, a single tooth implant may not be required. Instead, two implants may be used with a three-unit tooth bridge, replacing several missing teeth in one procedure. If a full arch of teeth are badly damaged or missing, a full mouth fixed implant bridge may be used.