St Heliers Titanium Dental Implants: Permanent Tooth Replacement Service Update

Following the update, patients can now receive tooth implants to replace single or multiple teeth or entire dental arches. Dr Dave Richards - Dentist St Heliers' implant-supported prostheses provide a permanent replacement solution for individuals who are missing teeth due to injury, decay, gum disease, or the side effects of medication.

More details can be found at https://www.drdaverichards.nz/dental-implants

Described as 'the next best thing to real teeth', the clinic's expanded tooth restoration service has been designed to ensure that implants mimic the shape, color, and translucency of an individual's natural teeth as closely as possible. Fixed with an artificial root, they allow patients to eat, speak, and smile with confidence and comfort.

Dr Dave Richards - Dentist St Heliers' dental implantation procedure involves 3 stages. First, a titanium post is surgically placed into the jawbone to support the dental prosthesis. As a non-allergenic and biocompatible metal, titanium can form a direct bond with the bone, making it stable and secure in the jaw. It is also highly durable, therefore it can withstand the biting forces of the jaw, and lasts a lifetime with correct care and maintenance.

Following a healing period during which patients wear a temporary restoration, Dr Dave Richards will attach an abutment to the implant and connect it to a custom-made ceramic crown. Local anesthetic is applied during implantation to ensure a pain-free experience.

Patients can book a consultation to determine their eligibility for the procedure. The practice also provides treatment options for patients who need to address the condition of their jawbone or oral health in advance of receiving implants.

Other treatments at Dr Dave Richards - Dentist St Heliers' include CEREC 3D Instant Teeth for patients who require dental crowns to restore decayed, broken, or weakened teeth. With this option, advanced scanning technology is utilized to create a 3D restoration model that is milled from ceramic material. The process can be completed in one appointment, eliminating the need for waiting times or temporary crowns between visits. Additional information is available at https://www.drdaverichards.nz/cerec-3d-instant-teeth

For patients who want to remove stains and discoloration from their teeth, the practice offers Zoom Whitespeed tooth whitening, which can whiten teeth by up to eight shades in one visit and does not increase tooth sensitivity.

About Natural Smile Dental St Heliers

Natural Smile Dental St Heliers is led by Dr Dave Richards, a dental implantology specialist and member of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the American Biomimetics Society. The practice provides a wide variety of minimally invasive general and cosmetic dentistry services.

A satisfied patient said: "Dr Dave Richards is a brilliant and extremely professional dentist. He is diligent and goes over and above to ensure results. The clinic also has a lovely caring team. I highly recommend Natural Smile Eastmed Dental."

Interested parties can find more information at https://www.drdaverichards.nz/teeth-whitening

Dr Dave Richards - Dentist St Heliers

+64-9-585-0205
188 Saint Heliers Bay Road
Suite 4

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