Dental implants that look and feel like your own teeth.

Replace missing teeth the natural way

Losing a tooth — whether through decay, injury, or gum disease — affects more than just your appearance. It can make eating and speaking more difficult, cause neighbouring teeth to shift, and over time lead to bone loss in the jaw. Dental implants address all of these concerns by replacing the tooth at its root, not just the crown.

At Smile Spot Mawson Lakes, our team has a special interest in dental implants and can guide you through the process from initial assessment to your final restoration. Individual results may vary.

How dental implants work

A dental implant is a small titanium post that is placed into the jawbone in the position of the missing tooth root. Over a period of weeks to months, the implant fuses with the surrounding bone through a process called osseointegration — creating a stable, secure foundation.

Once the implant has integrated, an abutment is placed on top, and a custom-made crown is attached. The result looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.

The implant process

Step 1 — Consultation and assessment

We assess your bone density, gum health, and overall suitability for implants. X-rays or a CT scan may be taken. We'll discuss the full treatment plan, timeline, and costs.

Step 2 — Implant placement

The titanium post is placed into the jawbone under local anaesthetic. Most patients find this procedure very manageable and return to normal activities within a day or two.

Step 3 — Healing and integration

The implant gradually fuses with the bone over several weeks to months. During this time, a temporary restoration may be placed if needed.

Step 4 — Crown placement

Once integration is confirmed, a custom-made crown is attached to the implant via an abutment. The crown is colour-matched to your natural teeth for a seamless result.

Benefits of dental implants

• Look and feel like natural teeth
• Restore full chewing function
• Help preserve jawbone density
• Prevent neighbouring teeth from shifting
• No need to alter adjacent healthy teeth
• Long-lasting with proper care — individual results may vary

Am I a candidate for implants?

Good candidates for dental implants generally have adequate bone density in the jaw, healthy gums, and no uncontrolled health conditions that could affect healing. If you smoke, this can affect implant outcomes — your dentist will discuss this with you honestly.

If bone loss has occurred, a bone grafting procedure may be needed before implant placement — we'll let you know if this applies to your situation. Individual results may vary depending on your health, bone density, and how well you care for the implant over time.