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A gap in your smile
- A tooth lost to decay, injury or gum disease
- An adult tooth that never came through
- A gap that makes chewing on one side harder
HAYAT DENTAL · BROADWAY, SYDNEY
Replace a missing tooth with a crown supported by an implant in the jaw. We check your bone, gums and bite, compare the alternatives and explain every stage and cost first.
3D imaging
Careful planning
Single to full arch
Options compared
Written quote
Before treatment
Experienced dentists
Implant and restorative care
Understanding implants
A dental implant, sometimes called a tooth implant, is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Over the following months, the bone heals around the implant and holds it firmly in place.
Once the implant has healed, a connector called an abutment is attached and a custom implant crown is fitted on top. The implant, abutment and crown work together as one replacement tooth that you brush and floss like your other teeth.
An examination and imaging show whether your bone and gums can support an implant. Your dentist will explain the alternatives, likely timeline and costs before you decide.
Is it right for you?
If you are considering missing tooth replacement, it is worth having the area assessed early. An examination confirms whether an implant suits you or whether another option is a better fit.
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Call for an urgent assessment with our emergency dentist. If a knocked-out adult tooth is found, hold it by the crown, keep it in milk and call straight away. If swelling affects breathing or swallowing, call 000 or go to an emergency department.
COMPARE BEFORE YOU DECIDE
OTHER OPTIONS TO ASK ABOUT
Your dentist will explain which treatment suits the problem.
Compare your options
Your dentist will recommend the pathway that best matches the missing tooth, its position and the bone available. Many patients need a single tooth implant, while others need some preparation first.
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One implant supports one crown to replace a single missing tooth. The teeth on either side do not need to be shaped to hold it in place.
OPTION 2
If a tooth cannot be saved, it is removed and the site is allowed to heal before the implant is placed. Your dentist will explain the timing that suits your case.
OPTION 3
If most or all teeth in a jaw are missing or failing, a different treatment is usually discussed. Read about All-on-4 dental implants to see how full arch treatment differs.
HOW AN IMPLANT REPLACES A TOOTH
An implant replaces the root. A connector and crown replace the part you see.
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A titanium or ceramic post is placed in the jaw where the tooth root used to be.
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The bone heals around the implant over several months before the tooth is attached.
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A custom crown is attached, shaped and shaded to sit with your other teeth.
What to expect
Each stage is explained before treatment so you know what will happen and why.
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Your dentist checks your teeth, gums, bite and medical history, and uses X-rays and 3D imaging where needed to assess the bone.
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If a tooth needs removing or the bone needs building up, this is planned first. Some cases also need teeth aligned with Invisalign to create the right space.
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Dental implant surgery is carried out under local anaesthetic. Tell us if you feel anxious so comfort options, including sedation dentistry, can be discussed.
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The bone bonds to the implant over a few months. Your dentist can discuss a temporary tooth so you are not left with a visible gap.
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An abutment and custom implant crown are fitted and your bite is checked.
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Regular check-ups and cleans help keep the implant and surrounding gum healthy.
Patient case
A real treatment from our practice, shared with the patient’s permission. Details are simplified and identifying information has been removed.
THE CONCERN
A professional from the Northern Beaches came to us missing his upper left eye tooth (canine). The adult tooth had never come through and a baby tooth had remained in its place, leaving a noticeable gap in his smile.
THE PLAN
An implant was recommended as the long-term replacement. First, the surrounding teeth needed to be moved into position so the implant crown would fit the space and sit in line with the rest of his smile.
TREATMENT
About 12 months of Invisalign to align the teeth and prepare the space. Teeth whitening. An implant placed in the gap, followed by a custom implant crown.
THE OUTCOME
His full set of teeth was restored, with the new tooth sitting in line with the teeth around it. Individual results vary. Treatment time and suitability depend on your assessment.
Individual results vary. Photographs show one patient’s treatment.
MISSING A TOOTH?
We check whether an implant suits you and compare it with a bridge or denture.
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Your dentist will check your bone, gums and the teeth either side before recommending one.
| Implant | Bridge | Denture | |
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| Fixed in place | Yes | Yes | No, removable |
| Affects neighbouring teeth | No | Teeth either side are shaped | Clasps may rest on teeth |
| Replaces the root | Yes | No | No |
| Cleaning | Brush and clean between, like a tooth | Clean under the bridge | Remove and clean daily |
A post in the bone replaces the root.
A bone graft can rebuild the area first.
Clean around it daily, including between teeth.
Plan with confidence
Dental implant cost in Sydney depends on how many teeth are being replaced, the type of implant crown, the condition of your bone and gums, and whether preparation such as an extraction or bone grafting is needed first. After your assessment you receive a written, itemised treatment plan, so you know what is included before you commit.
Request a personalised quoteAfter your visit
Your dentist will give you instructions suited to your treatment.
Wait until numbness wears off before eating. Choose soft foods and chew on the other side until your dentist says the area has healed.
Some swelling and tenderness for a few days is common. Contact the clinic if pain or swelling increases, or bleeding does not settle.
Keep the area clean, avoid smoking while you heal, and return for your crown and recommended reviews.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
Bring your questions. We’ll explain the options, the timeline and what each would cost.
Patient feedback
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REAL PATIENT CASES
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AfterImplant, crowns and Invisalign with sedationAn implant, crowns and Invisalign under IV sedation for a nervous patientAbout 12 months
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AfterInvisalign and an implant crownReplacing a missing eye tooth with Invisalign and an implantAbout 12 months
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AfterInvisalign, gum lift and porcelain veneersStraightening, gum care and veneers for a young soldierAbout 15 monthsPhotos of real Hayat Dental patients, published with consent. Individual results vary.
Your questions
Still unsure? Our team can talk it through with you.
Call 02 9030 0247The implant is placed under local anaesthetic, so you should feel pressure rather than pain during the procedure. Tenderness and swelling are common for a few days afterwards and are usually managed with pain relief your dentist recommends.
Cost depends on the number of implants, the implant crown chosen, and whether you need an extraction or bone grafting first. Because every case differs, you receive a written, itemised plan after your assessment. Some extras policies may contribute towards dental implant treatment, depending on your level of cover, waiting periods and annual limits. Check directly with your health fund.
From placement to final crown, treatment commonly takes a few months while the implant heals into the bone. It can take longer if an extraction, bone grafting or tooth alignment is needed first. Your dentist will give you a timeline for your case.
Many adults with a missing tooth can be assessed for implants. Healthy gums, enough jawbone and good general health help. Smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and active gum disease can affect healing, and some of these can be managed before treatment.
Not always. In Australia, specialist is a protected title for dentists registered in a specialty such as oral surgery or periodontics. Many implants are planned and placed by general dentists with further implant training. Our implant dentist is a general dentist with a Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology. If your case needs specialist care, such as complex bone reconstruction, we will refer you.
Alternatives include a conventional bridge, a removable partial denture or leaving the gap. Like any surgery, implants carry risks such as infection, swelling, nerve or sinus complications, and the implant not bonding to the bone. Your dentist will explain the risks that apply to you.
With good oral hygiene and regular reviews, implants can last many years. The crown may need replacing over time through normal wear. Smoking, gum disease and heavy grinding can shorten an implant’s life.
Explore related care
Compare implants with the alternatives before you decide.
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT
Send an appointment request. Your appointment is confirmed only after our team contacts you. For urgent availability, please call the clinic.
