How Much do Dental Implants Cost in Brisbane?

Are you looking to get dental implants in Brisbane? At Kallangur Dental Surgery, our dentists plan implant treatment for patients from Kallangur and across Brisbane's north, and give you a written quote before anything starts. This guide explains what an implant is, the main types, and what dental implants cost at our Anzac Avenue surgery.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants replace the root of a missing tooth. An implant is a small post, usually made of titanium, that is placed into the jawbone. Over the following months the bone heals closely around it, a process called osseointegration. Once it is stable, a connector called an abutment is fitted, and a crown, bridge or denture is attached on top. Titanium has been used for dental implants for decades because the body tolerates it well, and ceramic (zirconia) implants are also available for some patients. Once the treatment is complete, the implant gives the replacement teeth a stable base, much like the root of a natural tooth.

When do You Need a Dental Implant?

If you have lost a tooth because of gum disease, decay, physical trauma or infection, an implant may be one way to replace it. Implants can also support a bridge when several teeth are missing, or hold a denture firmly in place. The crown on an implant is shade-matched to your neighbouring teeth so it blends in with your smile.

Not everyone is suited to an implant straight away. You need healthy gums and enough bone to hold the implant, and conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking can affect healing. A 3D cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan shows the bone in detail, so your dentist can tell you whether a bone graft or sinus lift is needed first.

Types of Dental Implants

There are two main types of dental implants - endosteal and subperiosteal.

1. Endosteal - Endosteal implants are by far the most common type used today. A screw-shaped post is placed directly into the jawbone, and each implant can carry a single crown or act as an anchor for a bridge or denture. They suit most people who have enough healthy bone, and where the bone is thin, a graft can often build it up first.
2. Subperiosteal - Subperiosteal implants are a custom metal framework that sits on top of the jawbone, under the gum, with posts that come through the gum to hold the teeth. They are rarely used now, and are generally reserved for people who do not have enough bone for endosteal implants and cannot have a bone graft.

Cost of Getting Dental Implants in Brisbane

The cost of dental implants depends on how many teeth need replacing, the type of restoration on top, and whether you need extra procedures such as a bone graft, sinus lift or extractions first. These are the starting prices at Kallangur Dental Surgery:

• Single dental implant (implant, abutment and crown): from $3,999
• Implant-supported bridge replacing two teeth on one implant: from $5,000
• Implant-supported dentures, per jaw: from $15,000
• All-On-4 full arch, per jaw: from $19,000
• 3D cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan: $220

Bone grafts and sinus lifts add to the cost and are quoted separately once your scan shows what is needed. Your dentist explains each item in a written, itemised quote, so you know the full figure before deciding. Payment plans may be available, and health funds with major dental extras may cover part of the treatment, which we can claim on the spot through HICAPS. Our single tooth implant page explains the cost of replacing one tooth in more detail.

At Kallangur Dental Surgery clinic in Brisbane, we offer a FREE consultation for Dental Implants. The consultation itself is free; a $75 deposit holds the booking and comes back to you at the appointment, or if you cancel with 48 hours' notice.

Get Dental Implants in Brisbane

We plan every dental implant procedure around your mouth, your health and your budget at Kallangur Dental Surgery. Along with dental implants, we offer general, cosmetic and children's dentistry for the whole family, and our team will explain each step before treatment begins. You can call us on (07) 3886 0933 or book online to make an appointment with us.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before going ahead, you may wish to get a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.