Dental implants are the closest tooth replacement to a natural tooth.

Dental Implants

At Singleton Smiles, we provide comprehensive implant dentistry from start to finish, making it simple for our patients to complete their tooth replacement in one convenient location with the team they know and trust.

Understanding Dental Implants

Dental implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement, and here’s why. Unlike any other tooth replacement option, an implant restores your root and tooth. This is important because it keeps your jawbone healthy and stimulated, so you avoid the deterioration that accompanies tooth loss.

Our dentists will place the implant in your jawbone, where it naturally fuses with the bone and takes the place of your root. This occurs because titanium is a biocompatible material, and the process takes about three to six months.

Once your implant is fully healed and integrated with your bone, our dentists design a custom porcelain crown to be attached to the implant and replace your tooth. We can also use two to six strategically placed dental implants to support a prosthetic appliance that replaces multiple teeth, such as a bridge or denture.

What Are the Advantages of Dental Implants?

There’s a lot to love about dental implants in Singleton, as they offer our patients several benefits over other tooth-replacement options.

Natural Look and Feel

Dental implants look, feel, and function like a natural tooth.

Excellent Longevity

With proper care, an implant can potentially last a lifetime.

Bone Protection

An implant acts like a tooth root and keeps your jawbone healthy.

Bite Stabilisation

Dental implants restore your bite alignment and function.

Restored Aesthetics

Implants fill the gaps in your smile left by missing teeth.

Wise Investment

An implant may be a smart long-term investment due to its longevity.

Frequently Asked Questions

At Singleton Smiles, we're pleased to share that dental implants are remarkably easy to maintain. One of the greatest advantages of implants is that they don't require any special cleaning tools or complicated routines. You simply care for them just as you would your natural teeth.

Your daily oral hygiene routine should include:

Brushing twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, paying particular attention to the gum line around your implants
Flossing daily to remove plaque and food particles from between your implants and surrounding teeth
Using an antibacterial mouthwash to help reduce bacteria and maintain healthy gums
Avoiding extremely hard foods that could potentially damage the implant crown, just as they might damage natural teeth

Don't Forget about Routine Preventive Care

While your home care routine remains straightforward, regular dental check-ups are essential for the long-term success of your implants. We recommend visiting Singleton Smiles every six months for professional cleanings and examinations. During these visits, we'll check the health of your gums around the implants, ensure the implant components are secure and remove any plaque or tartar build-up that regular brushing might miss.

It's also important to avoid smoking, as tobacco use can significantly compromise implant success and gum health. If you're a smoker, we're happy to discuss cessation strategies to protect your investment.

Contact Your Singleton Dentist

With proper care and regular dental visits, your dental implants can last for many years, providing you with a functional and beautiful smile. If you have any concerns about your implants, don't hesitate to contact our friendly team at Singleton Smiles on (02) 6571 5533.

Yes! Patients missing multiple teeth can also enjoy the benefits that dental implants offer with an implant-supported bridge or denture.

How Implant-Supported Appliances Work

Two to six dental implants can support an implant denture or anchor a dental bridge.

With a denture, our dentists strategically place implants in your jawbone and design a custom upper or lower denture that snaps into the implants, holding it securely in place.

Implant Dentures

The advantage of this is that there's less movement or slippage since the denture is not removable and the implants provide security. The implants also keep the jawbone stimulated and healthy, which improves the denture's longevity.

Implant Bridges

In an implant bridge, the implants serve as the anchor teeth instead of healthy natural teeth, supporting prosthetic teeth between them. This option is ideal for replacing several adjacent missing teeth while allowing you to maintain your natural, healthy teeth.

Would You Like to Learn More about Dental Implants in Singleton?

An implant consultation with one of our dentists is the first step in learning more about dental implants and how they can benefit you. You can request a visit online or speak with a team member at (02) 6571 5533 to schedule your appointment.

Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants in Singleton?

Dental implants do require the patient to be in good general health and have enough healthy bone structure to support them. If you lack sufficient bone support, our dentists may recommend a bone graft to rebuild the bone and support a dental implant.

The best way to determine your treatment plan is to contact our team on (02) 6571 5533 to arrange an evaluation with one of our dentists. Using 3-D imaging, photos, x-rays and a thorough exam, they’ll gather information about your smile and create a personalised treatment plan to meet your needs and smile goals.

You’ll leave your evaluation with a clear understanding of your treatment options, the timelines for completing them and your financial options. We want you to have all the information you need to make the best decision for your smile.

We look forward to helping you reclaim your smile and oral health!

Our Team

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Dr Charlotte Wotherspoon BMedSci, BDent

Principal Dentist & Co-owner

Dr Charlotte Wotherspoon is a co-owner and principal dentist of Singleton Smiles, which was established in 2012. With a passion for helping people overcome their dental fears and achieve their optimal oral health, Dr Wotherspoon has created a practice designed to make patients feel welcomed, supported and genuinely cared for.

Dr Wotherspoon graduated from the University of Sydney with both a Bachelor of Medical Science and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. She began her career in dentistry in 2009, driven by a desire to work in healthcare and help people in ...

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