Dental Implants for one tooth, several teeth or a full arch
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. It supports a crown, a bridge or a full arch of fixed teeth, depending on how many teeth you’re replacing.
Implants are available at every Avenue Dental practice across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. Every plan starts with a free implant consultation, where your dentist checks whether implants suit you and talks you through the options and costs.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Not everyone is a suitable candidate for dental implants.
Read about treatment risks.
What are dental implants?
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth, so your new tooth is supported by your jawbone rather than by the teeth next to it.
An implant has three parts
- The implant, a titanium post placed in the jawbone
- The abutment, which connects the implant to your new tooth
- The restoration, a crown, bridge or full arch of fixed teeth
People often consider implants when they have
- One or more missing or failing teeth
- Dentures that feel loose or uncomfortable
- A bridge that needs replacing
Implants aren’t right for everyone. Your dentist checks your gums, bone and general health before recommending them.
Start with a free implant consultation
A check of your teeth, gums and health, a talk through your options, and an itemised plan and quote if implants suit you.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Results vary from person to person. Read about treatment risks.
Dental implant options
The right option depends on how many teeth you’re replacing and the condition of your gums and bone.
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Single tooth implant
One implant and a custom crown replace a single missing tooth, without relying on the teeth either side.
About single tooth implants →
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Multiple teeth
Two or more implants support individual crowns or an implant bridge to replace several missing teeth.
About multiple teeth implants →
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Full mouth (All-on-X)
A full arch of fixed teeth is supported by four or more implants, as an alternative to removable dentures.
About full mouth implants →
Teeth in 24 hours, for suitable cases
For many patients, implants are placed and fixed teeth are fitted the next day. Whether this suits you depends on your bone, gums and the type of treatment, which your dentist assesses during planning.
Teeth the next day
Your implants are placed and your fixed teeth are fitted within about 24 hours, so you leave with teeth in place.
- Suits
- Many full-arch cases
- Depends on
- Bone and gum health
Healing first, then teeth
Your implants are given time to bond with the bone before your final teeth are fitted. Healing time varies from person to person.
- Suits
- Some single and complex cases
- May involve
- Bone grafting first
Treatment timeframes are case dependent and are confirmed in your treatment plan. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Read about treatment risks.
Dental implants near you
Dental implants are available at every Avenue Dental practice across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide, starting with a free implant consultation. Choose your area to find your nearest practice.
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How much do dental implants cost?
Every implant plan is different, so your dentist gives you an itemised quote before you decide anything. Interest-free payment plans let you spread the cost over time.
Free price guide
Get our dental implant price guide
Find out what affects the cost of single, multiple and full-arch implants, and how payment plans work, before you book.
What affects the cost
- Number of teeth
- Crown, bridge or full arch
- Bone grafting
- Sedation
Interest-free payment plans
Humm, Afterpay, Zip and TLC are available. See our payment plans →
Early release of superannuation
Some people apply to access their super on compassionate grounds to help pay for treatment. Eligibility is assessed and decided by the ATO, not by Avenue Dental.
Private health insurance
Some extras policies contribute to parts of implant treatment, so it’s worth checking with your fund.
Weekly amount based on a $5,000 treatment over a 24-month Humm payment plan at 0% interest. Approval and individual circumstances are assessed by Humm. Prices are a guide only and your quote depends on your treatment plan.
Looking after your dental implants
Implants need the same daily care as natural teeth. The gums and bone around them still need looking after, and regular check-ups help your dentist spot any concerns early.
How long your implants last depends on your oral hygiene, your general health and habits such as smoking or grinding.
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Brush and floss every day
Clean around each implant carefully, especially along the gumline.
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Keep your check-ups
Your dentist checks your implants, gums and bite, and your hygienist cleans where brushing can’t reach.
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Tell your dentist if you grind
Grinding puts extra pressure on implants, and a night guard may be recommended.
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Avoid smoking
Smoking can affect healing and the health of the gums and bone around implants.
Sedation options
If you feel anxious about treatment, or you’re having several implants placed, your dentist can talk you through sedation. Suitability depends on your health and is assessed by your dentist and an anaesthetist.
Sedation carries its own risks, which are explained to you before you decide.
IV sedation
Medication given through a vein helps you feel relaxed and drowsy during treatment.
About IV sedation →
General anaesthetic
You’re asleep for your treatment, with an anaesthetist giving and monitoring the anaesthetic. Available at our Maroochydore practice on the Sunshine Coast.
About general anaesthetic →
How dental implant treatment works
Every implant is planned in 3D before surgery, so your dentist knows where each implant will sit before treatment begins.
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Free implant consultation
Your dentist checks your teeth, gums and general health, talks through your options and costs, and lets you know whether implants are likely to suit you.
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CBCT scan and 3D planning
If you’re suitable, a CBCT scan is taken at no cost to you. It shows your bone in 3D, and together with a digital scan of your teeth it’s used to plan where each implant will sit.
Your plan covers
- Number of implants
- Bone and gum health
- Whether grafting is needed
- Sedation options
- Timeframes
- Itemised costs
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Implant surgery
Your implants are placed under local anaesthetic, with sedation options available. Your dentist explains what to expect before, during and after.
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Your new teeth
For suitable cases, fixed teeth are fitted the next day. In other cases, your implants heal first and your crown, bridge or full arch is fitted once they’ve bonded with the bone.
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Aftercare and reviews
Follow-up visits check your healing, your bite and your gums, and regular check-ups help look after your implants over time.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Read about treatment risks.
One, two or more implants
Losing a tooth affects more than how your smile looks. Over time, the bone where the tooth used to be can shrink, and nearby teeth may shift into the gap, which can change your bite. A dental implant replaces the root as well as the tooth, so the new tooth is supported by your jawbone rather than by the teeth either side. Whether you’re missing one tooth, several, or a full arch, your dentist will take you through the options at a free implant consultation. They’ll talk through what’s involved, how long it might take and what it costs, so you can make a decision that suits you.
Please note: Dental implant treatment is a surgical procedure and, like any surgery, carries risks and is not everyone is a suitable candidate. Outcomes vary from person to person depending on individual factors such as bone health, gum health, healing, and how implants are cared for over time. The information on this page is general in nature, is intended for adults, and is not a substitute for personalised advice. A full examination and consultation with your dentist are needed to assess your suitability and to discuss the risks, benefits, and alternatives for your individual situation. You can read more on our Treatment Risks page.
Flexible payment plans
At Avenue Dental on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne, we understand that dental treatment can be difficult to fit into your budget, which is why we offer a range of different dental payment plan options.
Dental implant FAQs
Questions people ask us most. Anything else, your dentist can answer at your free implant consultation.
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. It supports a crown, a bridge or a full arch of fixed teeth, depending on how many teeth you’re replacing.
How much do dental implants cost?
Dental implants at Avenue Dental start from $53.75 per week on an interest-free payment plan. Your cost depends on how many teeth you’re replacing, the type of restoration and whether you need bone grafting or sedation. Your dentist gives you an itemised quote before you decide, and you can request our price guide.
Can I get teeth in 24 hours?
For many patients, implants are placed and fixed teeth are fitted the next day. Whether this suits you depends on your bone, gums and the type of treatment, and your dentist assesses this during planning.
How long does dental implant treatment take?
It’s case dependent. Some patients have fixed teeth fitted the day after surgery. Others need time for the implants to heal and bond with the bone, or bone grafting first, before their final teeth are fitted. Your timeframe is set out in your treatment plan.
What is All-on-X?
All-on-X is a full arch of fixed teeth supported by four or more implants. It’s an alternative to removable dentures for people who are missing most or all of their teeth in one or both jaws.
Am I a suitable candidate for dental implants?
Suitability depends on your gum health, the amount of bone in your jaw and your general health. Your dentist assesses this at your free consultation, and a CBCT scan is used to check your bone if you’re suitable.
What happens at the free implant consultation?
Your dentist checks your teeth, gums and general health, talks through your options and costs, and lets you know whether implants are likely to suit you. If you’re suitable, a CBCT scan is taken at no cost to you.
Does dental implant surgery hurt?
Implants are placed under local anaesthetic, and sedation options are available. Some discomfort and swelling is common in the days after surgery, and your dentist explains how to manage it.
Can I be sedated for dental implants?
IV sedation is available, and general anaesthetic is available at our Maroochydore practice on the Sunshine Coast. Suitability depends on your health and is assessed by your dentist and an anaesthetist. Sedation carries its own risks, which are explained to you before you decide.
Do I need a bone graft?
Some people need bone grafting if there isn’t enough bone to support an implant. Your CBCT scan shows your bone in 3D, and your dentist explains whether grafting is needed as part of your plan.
Can I use my super to pay for dental implants?
Some people apply for early release of their superannuation on compassionate grounds to help pay for treatment. Eligibility is assessed and decided by the ATO, not by Avenue Dental. Interest-free payment plans are also available.
How do I look after dental implants?
Brush and floss every day, keep your regular check-ups and cleans, and let your dentist know if you grind your teeth. Smoking can affect healing and the health of the gums and bone around implants.
