Implant Dentistry

An implant can fill a gap without using the teeth on either side as supports. The part placed in the jaw replaces the root; the crown above it restores the visible tooth. Tooth Fairy Clinic uses digital records to plan the position before surgery.

A gap may be recent, or it may have been there for years. Occasionally the damaged tooth is still in place but cannot be predictably restored. Dental implantation may be considered in any of these situations. The implant provides support inside the jaw, taking over the role of the missing root. The visible part comes later: a crown made to sit naturally beside the neighbouring teeth.

The implant and crown are two different parts. One remains inside the bone. The other is visible in the mouth and provides the chewing surface.

When implants may be considered

Many people come to an implant dentist because of one gap. Others are missing two or three teeth in a row. Implants can be used in both situations and may also form part of a plan for restoring an entire arch.

An empty space does not always stay unchanged. Over time, a neighbouring tooth may begin to tilt towards it. The opposing tooth can move as well, simply because it has lost the contact it once met during biting. Chewing then becomes less evenly distributed.

There is another practical difference between an implant and a traditional bridge. An individual implant usually leaves the neighbouring teeth untouched. A bridge may require them to be prepared as supports. Which option makes more sense depends on the condition of those teeth, the available bone and the patient’s wider treatment plan.

Planning comes first

Can an implant be placed in this particular area? That is what the dentist needs to establish at the first visit. They look at how the site has healed and ask about your general health. Bring the names of any medicines you take regularly or in courses, as some may need to be considered before dental implant surgery.

A visual check alone cannot provide all the measurements. The dentist needs to know how much bone remains and what lies close to the planned position. Digital imaging provides this information and helps identify a suitable direction for dental implant placement.

The implant size and position are then selected. For some cases, a surgical guide is prepared. It fits over the teeth and transfers the digital plan to the mouth during the procedure.

If the available bone is limited, the plan may need an additional stage. The implantologist will explain whether any preparation is required and when it should be carried out.

Dental implant placement

First, local anaesthetic is used to numb the area. The implant dentist then follows the planned position and places the implant in the jaw. The gum may be managed in different ways afterwards; this is decided according to the site and the treatment plan.

Then comes healing. During this period, a stable connection develops between the implant surface and the surrounding bone. Dentists call this osseointegration. The calendar alone cannot show when it is complete. The dentist checks the implant first and only then decides whether it is time to continue.

Once the implant is ready, the dentist takes a digital scan or conventional impression. This gives the laboratory the exact shape needed for the future tooth. A dental technician makes the crown, which is later checked for appearance, contact with nearby teeth and fit within the bite.

Replacing one tooth or several

One missing tooth is usually restored with an individual implant and crown. Where several teeth in a row are absent, an implant may not be needed for every gap. In some cases, one restoration can be supported by a smaller number of implants.

Full mouth dental implants require separate planning. The number of supports, the type of restoration and the final price depend on the jawbone, bite and selected construction. For that reason, there is no single answer to the question of full dental implantation cost without an examination.

Dental implant prices

Dental implant placement at Tooth Fairy Clinic costs UAH 13,700–24,700. The range reflects the implant system and the details of the case.

The overall cost of missing tooth replacement may also include imaging, preparatory care, a healing component, an abutment and the crown itself. The clinic prepares the complete estimate after diagnosis so that each stage can be seen separately.

Looking after the area

The surgeon will give you instructions for the first few days: how to clean nearby, what to avoid for a while and which prescribed medicines to take. Do not alter the medication schedule yourself. Contact the clinic if swelling or pain becomes stronger rather than easing.

Later, there is no special trick to cleaning an implant — just careful daily hygiene. Plaque tends to gather where the crown meets the gum, an area the toothbrush may skim past. Home care is supported by check-ups and professional cleaning.

Book an implant consultation

Call Tooth Fairy Clinic on +38 (093) 459 99 11 or +38 (068) 168 99 11 to arrange a visit. At the appointment, the implant dentist will examine the gap, review the imaging and discuss the available ways to replace the tooth.