Dental Implant FAQs

A single implant is $2,399 and a single crown is $1,699. An implant and crown together is available from $55 per week over 18 months, subject to credit approval.

After the implant is placed it needs several weeks to a few months to fuse with the jawbone (osseointegration) before the final crown or bridge is fitted. If you need a bone graft first, it can take longer. You'll get a timeline at your consultation.

Implant surgery is usually done under local anaesthetic, and sedation is available if you're anxious. Most people have some tenderness and swelling for a few days afterwards, usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief.

Sometimes. An immediate implant can be placed at the time of extraction when the bone and gum conditions are suitable. Whether it's an option for you is assessed from your 3D scan.

Bone grafting can often rebuild the area before or at the same time as the implant. In some situations a bridge or denture may suit better. See bone grafting.

Some major dental extras policies contribute to implant treatment, but limits and waiting periods vary. We can give you item numbers to check with your fund before you start.

With good home care and regular reviews, implants can last many years. No lifespan can be guaranteed — smoking, gum disease, diabetes and grinding all affect implants — and crowns may need maintenance or replacement over time.

Yes — ask us about 3-On-6™, a fixed full-arch option on six or more implants.