Gateway Plaza Dental& Implant Centre

Dental implants are NOT vulnerable to tooth decay (cavities or holes)if the main reason a patient lost his/her teeth is decay then single or multiple implants is the superior option of replacement.
On the other hand if the loss is due to hereditary gum disease, a carfull
Analysis is required and a strict maintenance follow up plan must be discussed and adhered to.

Things that your dentist or hygienist will be looking for during regular check up and exam :
1: bleeding gum around dental implants (sign of inflammation)
2: loosening of parts of the implant bridge (a very simple problem to rectify but left unattended leads to a catastrophic results)
3: signs of unnecessary loading due to habits of bruxing or grinding , a very common finding.
Usually 2 and 3 are connected .
Please ensure that you take regular implant check ups seriously especially for the first 2-3 years

In the first 2 years after completion , It is crucial to have a regular check and clean for your dental implants especially for All on 4 solutions .

Professional maintenance of implant based fixed bridges is very important. In the first two years, on a six monthly basis and once a year there after (if appropriate ) is the standard practice.

School holidays are a great time to have your regular dental check ups. Here we have sisters Amira and Ava. It’s Ava’s first dental check up at 16 months old. Never too early to visit our friendly and professional staff. Remember kids to bring your teeth 🦷 🦷 😊

Wondering if your Health Fund is eligible … we have partnered with many and rebates can be processed on the spot with electronic claiming. Contact us to book that check up and clean.