Implant Crowns

Dental implants are a long-lasting and natural-looking way to replace missing teeth. Once a dental implant has been placed into the jawbone and has fully healed, a custom-made restoration is attached to restore your smile. Depending on your individual needs, this may be an implant crown, an implant bridge, or a full arch implant restoration (commonly referred to as All-on-4).

What is an Implant Crown?
An implant crown is used to replace a single missing tooth. It consists of a custom-made porcelain or ceramic crown that is securely attached to a dental implant. The implant acts as an artificial tooth root, while the crown is carefully designed to blend naturally with your surrounding teeth in both shape and colour.

An implant crown can:

Replace a single missing tooth without affecting adjacent teeth.
Restore normal chewing function and speech.
Maintain the natural appearance of your smile.
Provide a durable, long-term solution with proper care.

What is an Implant Bridge?
An implant bridge is designed to replace two or more missing teeth. Rather than placing an implant for every missing tooth, strategically positioned implants can support a bridge containing multiple replacement teeth.

Implant bridges can:

Replace several missing teeth with excellent stability.
Restore comfortable chewing and speaking.
Prevent neighbouring teeth from drifting into the empty space.
Offer a fixed alternative to removable partial dentures.

Full Arch Implant Restorations (All-on-4)
For patients who have lost most or all of their teeth, or whose remaining teeth are no longer suitable to support a healthy smile, a full arch implant restoration may be recommended. Commonly known as All-on-4, this treatment uses a small number of strategically placed dental implants to support an entire arch of replacement teeth.

Once the implants have healed and successfully integrated with the jawbone, your final bridge is custom designed to restore both function and aesthetics.

A full arch implant restoration can:

Replace an entire upper or lower arch of missing teeth.
Provide a fixed solution that does not need to be removed each day.
Restore comfortable chewing and clearer speech.
Improve facial support that may have been lost following tooth loss.
Provide a natural-looking smile designed specifically for you.

Your Implant Restoration Appointments
Once your dental implant has fully integrated with the jawbone, your dentist will begin creating your final restoration.

This process may include:

Assessing the health and stability of your dental implant or implants.
Taking digital scans or impressions to accurately design your crown, bridge, or full arch restoration.
Recording your bite to ensure the final restoration fits comfortably and functions correctly.
Selecting the ideal tooth shape, size, and shade to complement your natural smile.
Making any necessary adjustments before permanently securing your final restoration.

Looking After Your Implant
Dental implants require the same care and attention as your natural teeth. Although the implant itself cannot develop decay, the surrounding gums and supporting bone must remain healthy to ensure the long-term success of your treatment.

We recommend:

Brushing twice daily using a soft toothbrush.
Cleaning carefully around your implant restoration using floss, interdental brushes, or other cleaning aids recommended by your dentist or hygienist.
Attending regular dental examinations and professional hygiene appointments.
In some cases wearing a nightguard to protect your restoration from excessive grinding or clenching.
Reporting any discomfort, looseness, swelling, or changes around your implant as soon as possible.

Long-Term Maintenance
Regular maintenance is an essential part of caring for implant-supported restorations. During your routine examinations, your dentist will assess the health of your implants, surrounding gums, bite, and the condition of your restoration. Professional hygiene appointments also play an important role in maintaining healthy tissues around your implants.

With good oral hygiene, regular dental care, and ongoing maintenance, implant crowns, implant bridges, and full arch restorations can provide many years of reliable function, comfort, and a confident smile.