Implant treatment is a planned surgical procedure and, like any surgery, carries some risks. Here are the possible complications, the factors that raise risk and what helps reduce it.
Dental Implants for Elderly Patients: Is There an Age Limit?
There is no fixed upper age limit for implants. General health, medications, jawbone volume and the ability to keep up daily care are what your dentist weighs up.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Keeping Them for Many Years
With suitable conditions, implants can serve for many years, often decades, but the timeframe varies with the person, daily care and regular check-ups.
When Can an Implant Be Placed After a Tooth Extraction?
After an extraction, an implant may go in at the same visit, within a few weeks or after several months; infection, bone and gum condition decide the timing.
Why teeth are reduced before zirconia crowns, how much structure is typically removed, what decides the amount, how the procedure works and what it means for the health of the tooth.
Can Smile Design Look Natural? Choosing Shade, Shape and Length
The shade, shape, length and surface details that decide whether smile design looks natural, how these choices are made and what can make a result look artificial.
Smile Design and Implants for People Who Grind Their Teeth (Bruxism)
Clenching and grinding put extra load on implants and cosmetic restorations. Here is how treatment is planned for people with bruxism, its limits and the protective measures.
Aftercare for Smile Design: Protecting Crowns and Veneers
How long crowns and veneers keep working depends largely on daily care, habits and regular check-ups. This guide summarises what to pay attention to after smile design.
How Many Visits Does a Smile Makeover Take? Appointments and Timeline
The number of visits depends on the treatments in your plan: simple plans can take one or two appointments, while veneer or zirconia plans usually take a few weeks.
