Dental Implants in Melrose, Johannesburg
A permanent and reliable solution for replacing missing teeth, designed to restore both functionality and confidence in your smile. Placed with the trusted Nobel Biocare system at Melrose Dental Studio, minutes from Melrose Arch, Rosebank and Sandton.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small, biocompatible screws, typically made of titanium, that serve as artificial roots for replacement teeth. They are surgically placed into the jawbone, providing a stable base for a custom-made crown that is crafted to seamlessly match your natural teeth in both function and appearance.
Melrose Dental Studio understands the profound impact missing teeth can have on your life, from aesthetics to oral health. The implant process is safe, secure and minimally invasive, and depending on your individual oral health, recovery takes two to three months.
We prefer using the Nobel Biocare system for implant placements, which is known for its reliability and excellence. However, we can restore any implant system to accommodate our patients' needs.
How Does the Dental Implant Process Work?
From first consultation to final fit, your implant journey follows five clear steps.
Each patient receives a personalised consultation to assess their needs, including tooth extraction or additional examination where required.
The titanium screw is surgically inserted into the jaw at the site of the missing tooth. Through a process known as osseointegration, the implant integrates with the jawbone over time.
After the implant is inserted, it must heal so that it bonds securely with the jawbone.
Once healed, an abutment is attached to the implant. This acts as a connector for the custom crown, which is moulded from impressions of your existing teeth to ensure it matches their shape, size and colour.
Adjustments ensure the implant is comfortable and functions like a natural tooth.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
You are likely to be an ideal candidate for dental implants if you have:
- Healthy gums and enough bone to anchor the implant
- Good oral hygiene habits
- A smoke-free lifestyle, since smoking can interfere with the healing process
- No significant chronic illnesses that impair bone healing
During your initial consultation, we assess these factors along with the specific anatomical details of your jaw to identify whether dental implants are the best solution for you.
How Do I Care for Dental Implants?
Caring for dental implants is similar to caring for natural teeth:
- Regular brushing and flossing to keep the implant site clean
- Routine dental check-ups to monitor the implants and your overall oral health
- Avoiding habits that could harm the implants, such as chewing hard items or using your teeth as tools
What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
Five reasons our patients choose implants to replace missing teeth.
- Long-term solution: implants provide a durable replacement for missing teeth, potentially lasting a lifetime with proper care
- Improved oral health: unlike dentures, implants do not require adjusting nearby teeth, preserving more of your natural tooth structure
- Enhanced comfort and functionality: implants get rid of the discomfort of removable dentures and improve your ability to chew and speak
- Bone preservation: implants help maintain the jawbone structure, preventing bone loss from missing teeth
- Aesthetic improvement: implants look and feel like natural teeth, enhancing your smile and confidence
Implant Results from Our Melrose Studio
Real patients, treated right here at Melrose Dental Studio. Drag the slider on each case to compare before and after.
