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Replacing missing teeth, carefully planned.

Replace one tooth or many with Straumann implants, each planned on a 3D scan of your jaw.

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Is it right for you?

Real results

Your journey

Why Straumann

Related treatments

Risks

Questions

Is it right for you?

Implants for one
tooth or a whole smile

Implants suit most adults with healthy gums and enough jawbone. A 3D scan will show us whether that’s the case for you.

Replacing one toothA single implant and crown, without needing to file down the teeth on either side.

Replacing a few teethTwo implants can support a bridge of three or more teeth.

Replacing a full archA full-arch implant bridge gives you a fixed set of teeth, usually on four to six implants.

Real results

Before and after implants

Drag the slider to compare. One tooth replaced with an implant crown, and a full upper arch replaced with a fixed bridge on implants.

Both cases treated at Classics Dental. Photos shared with the patients’ permission. Individual results vary.

Your journey

How implant
treatment works

You’ll need at least three appointments. Healing time varies from person to person, and we’ll give you a timeline with your plan.

1Your assessmentWe’ll examine your mouth and take a 3D scan of your jaw here at the clinic.

2PlanningWe plan the implant’s position on your scan, then design a surgical guide, made by our lab or printed here.

3Placing the implantThe implant is placed through the guide, with local anaesthetic or IV sedation.

4HealingOver the following months, the implant bonds with your jawbone.

5Your new toothWe take a fresh scan and fit your crown or bridge.

Guided surgery

Planned on screen, placed with a guide

Every implant is planned in 3D before surgery. Where it helps, we place it through a guide made for your mouth.

1A 3D scan of your jawA CBCT scan shows the height, width and density of your bone, and exactly where nerves and sinuses sit.

2Planning on screenWe combine it with a digital scan of your teeth in Straumann coDiagnostiX, design your new tooth or teeth, and position each implant to support them.

3A guide made for youThe plan becomes a surgical guide, made by our dental lab or printed here at the clinic, that fits snugly over your teeth or gums.

4Placing the implantThe guide controls the position, angle and depth of each implant, so it goes in where it was planned.

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Why Straumann

Why we chose Straumann

We use one implant system for every case. Here’s why we chose Straumann.

Decades of research Straumann is a Swiss company that has been making dental implants for decades, and its implants are among the most widely researched in the world.
A surface designed for healing The SLActive surface is designed to help your jawbone bond to the implant quickly and reliably.
A stronger material Our BLX and BLC implants are made from Roxolid, a titanium-zirconium alloy that is stronger than pure titanium. This can allow a narrower implant where space or bone is limited.
Available worldwide Straumann parts are used around the world, so if you move, another dentist will be able to look after your implant.

Related treatments

If you need a little
extra support

Some people need extra bone or gum before an implant can be placed. We’ll let you know if that applies to you.

Restore Full-arch implantsA full set of fixed teeth on four to six implants, replacing failing teeth or a loose denture.

Restore Guided implant surgeryImplants planned on a 3D scan and placed through a custom-printed guide.

Restore Bone graftingBuilding up the jawbone so an implant has a strong foundation.

Restore Sinus liftAdding bone in the upper jaw so implants can be placed at the back.

Restore Soft tissue graftingGum grafts to cover exposed roots and strengthen thin gums.

Comfort IV sedationDeeply relaxed, monitored sedation for anxious patients and longer

Risks and limitations

What to consider

Every treatment has benefits and risks. These are the main ones to know about.

Swelling, bruising and some discomfort for a few days after surgery
Infection or bleeding, which are uncommon and usually easily treated
Rarely, numbness or tingling in the lip or chin if a nerve is affected (lower jaw)
In the upper jaw, the implant can occasionally affect the sinus
An implant may not bond with the bone, and may need to be removed and replaced
Gum and bone problems around the implant over time, more likely in smokers or without good cleaning

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. We’ll talk through the ones that apply to you before anything goes ahead, and you’re always welcome to get a second opinion.

Costs

You’ll get a written, itemised plan before anything goes ahead. Interest-free payment plans, Q Card, Southern Cross Easy-claim and WINZ quotes are available.

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Questions

Your questions, answered

Still wondering about something? Give us a call on 09 570 2823 or email reception@classicsdental.com, and we’ll get back to you.

Am I suitable for an implant?

Most adults with healthy gums and enough jawbone are. If you have gum disease, we’ll treat that first. Smoking and uncontrolled diabetes can affect healing, so we’ll talk that through with you.

Will I be awake?

Implants are usually placed with local anaesthetic, so you’ll be awake but comfortable. If you’d prefer to feel more relaxed, IV sedation is available./p>

How long do implants last?

With good care and regular check-ups, many years. The crown on top may eventually need replacing before the implant does.

Why do you only use one implant system?

Sticking with one brand means we know every component well, and replacement parts are easier to source if you ever need them in future.

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