The majority of dental implants are placed with only local anaesthetic in a simple surgical procedure. The titanium screws are placed in the bone in a very controlled & careful manner.
Following placement of the implant we usually wait until the implant has fully integrated into the bone. (That is, until new bone forms around the implant to hold it firmly in place). This process usually takes approximately 3 months. If the implant is being placed in an aesthetic area (eg a front tooth) we will arrange for a temporary removable appliance to be worn to replace this tooth until we are able to place the final implant crown. (So you don’t have to worry about having a space there in the mean time). Once the implant has integrated we can take an impression which is similar to that taken to make a traditional crown. The final crown is then either screwed or cemented onto the implant. This final restoration can be very natural looking & most people are unable to tell the difference between the implant & a natural tooth!
Although an excellent treatment option for many, implants are not appropriate for every situation & the friendly team at Lyons Dental will happily advise if implants are the best treatment option for you. Just give the surgery a call to make an appointment
Each doctor brings experience and passion for patient care, ensuring you receive tailored treatment. Meet our friendly experts dedicated to making your smile their priority.
We love our community. We are a local, family run business, and taking care of our local families is important to us. We treat our patients how we would like to be treated ourselves, and are honest & caring in our treatment approach. We understand that for many people visiting the dentist is not their favourite thing, so we aim to make patients as comfortable as possible throughout. We offer a wide variety of treatment options & always take the time to explain everything thoroughly. (And welcome any follow up questions!)
We are not a big chain dental company, but do accept all health funds. We also process the health fund payments at each appointment, saving you the hassle of following up these payments yourselves.
Here at Lyons Dental we are proud to offer a wide variety of dental services for all ages, tailored to your personal requirements. These services include checkups, x-rays, emergency treatments, restorations, crowns & bridges, veneers, dentures, implants, root canal therapy, extractions, teeth straightening & whitening (among others!)
At Lyons dental our patient’s comfort is our top priority. We aim to make éveryone feel welcome & safe in our clinic. All of our staff are friendly, empathetic and caring. We use clear communication & explanations to help minimise the fear associated with seeing the dentist. We also make sure to use topical & local anaesthetics, as well as nitrous oxide (happy gas) as required to ensure effective pain management. And a good distraction never hurts – our surgeries all have TVs on the ceiling to take your mind off whatever may be happening in your mouth! (A clear favourite with our kids!)
We’d love to see you! To make an appointment or for any enquiries feel free to give one of our friendly staff a call on 97121575 or email us at reception@lyonsdental.com.au. Or simply send an enquiry through our website.
