Dental Implants in Scarborough

The cost depends on how many teeth you're replacing, whether you need extractions or a bone graft first, and the type of crown or bridge on top. A single implant typically costs more than a bridge upfront but avoids altering nearby teeth. Insurance and CDCP coverage can help. You'll get an exact written quote after your exam.

The implant is placed under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Most patients describe the recovery as milder than a tooth extraction, with some tenderness and swelling for a few days that is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief. If you are anxious about the appointment, tell us and we will talk through options to keep you comfortable.

From placement to final tooth, most cases take about three to six months, because the bone needs time to bond to the post. If you need a bone graft or an extraction to heal first, it can take longer. It sounds long, but individual appointments are short and you can usually wear a temporary tooth in the meantime so you are never left with a visible gap.

In some cases we can attach a temporary tooth soon after placement, but the permanent one usually waits until the implant has bonded to the bone. Same-day teeth depend on your bone quality and bite, and we only recommend them when we are confident the implant is stable enough. We will tell you at your consultation whether it is a safe option for you.

If the jawbone has shrunk after a tooth has been missing for a while, we can often rebuild it with a bone graft before placing the implant. This adds a healing stage but makes the implant much more predictable. For complex grafting we coordinate with trusted Scarborough specialists and stay involved in your care throughout the process.

With good daily cleaning and regular checkups, many implants last for many years, and the post itself is often the most durable part. The crown on top may eventually wear or chip and can be replaced without disturbing the implant. Implants can still be affected by gum infection if cleaning slips, so they last longest when you care for them like natural teeth.

It depends on your situation. Implants do not require grinding down neighbouring teeth the way a traditional bridge can, and they help preserve jawbone. A bridge or denture may be a better fit if you have limited bone, a tighter budget, or want a faster result. We will walk you through the honest trade-offs so you can choose what suits you.

You clean an implant much like a natural tooth: brush twice a day, and clean between teeth daily with floss or the tools we recommend. Because the gum around an implant can still become inflamed, keeping the area clean matters. We show you the technique that works for your specific implant and check the area at your regular hygiene visits.

Yes, a full arch of teeth can be supported by a set of implants, and it does not require one implant per tooth. Options range from an implant-secured denture that clips in place to a fixed full-arch bridge. Which one suits you depends on your bone, your bite, and your goals. We assess this carefully and explain the choices at your consultation.

There is no strict upper age limit — general health matters more than age, and many older adults do very well with implants. We usually wait until the jaw has finished growing before placing implants in younger patients, which is typically in the late teens or older. At your consultation we look at your overall health and bone to decide if implants are a good fit.

Implant failure is uncommon, but it can happen if the post does not bond to the bone or if infection sets in. If it does, we remove the implant, let the area heal, and often can place a new one later. Following your aftercare instructions, keeping the area clean, and not smoking all help the implant integrate successfully.

We treat active gum disease before placing any implant, because the same infection that harms natural teeth can affect an implant. Once your gums are healthy and stable, an implant may be a very good option. Getting the gums under control first protects your investment and gives the implant the best chance to last.