Cosmetic Dental Services

Dental Implants

Do you want to restore the look and function of your teeth with dental implants? 

We're New Zealand's dental industry leaders and our affordable dental implants and flexible payment options could be just right for you.

Dental implants are an excellent option to replace lost teeth with a more permanent solution that will help you to eat, speak and smile with confidence. They are made to look, feel and function like your natural teeth. 

If you want to improve your speech and make it easier to eat, then it's worth exploring dental implants as a more natural alternative to bridges or uncomfortable dentures. Getting dental implants can boost your oral health and even your self-esteem!

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are used to replace one or more damaged or missing teeth, without having to anchor to your other teeth. They're a more permanent and natural solution than bridges or dentures. Dental implants can also be used to support dentures in place. They can replace missing front or back teeth. 

During dental implant surgery the missing tooth root is surgically replaced with a small post or frame in your jaw bone, which creates a stable base for a replacement tooth, such as a crown, to be mounted on to. 

Dental implants offer many benefits including durability and function. Because the implant prosthetic post or frame is secured firmly into bone, they provide a strong and durable foundation that acts just like the natural root of a tooth. This helps to maintain your bone structure within your jaw and achieve both a more natural look and better function for your tooth.

Are dental implants right for you?

Do you have one or more missing teeth? Do you want to improve your appearance? Are you after a more permanent and natural solution to missing teeth that will improve your ability to speak and chew like normal?

Providing your gums are healthy and you have sufficient bone to support the prosthetic implant, then dental implants are an excellent solution for missing teeth.

Here are some of the many advantages our patients have discovered with dental implants:

  • Improved appearance - they look and feel the most like your natural teeth and can even help prevent bone shrinkage in your jaw, delaying one of the signs of aging

  • Better function - dental implants can help improve speech and make eating and chewing easier

  • Improved confidence - they give you back your smile and function, which can help boost your self-esteem

  • So convenient - no more need to feel embarrassed taking out dentures and you can throw away the messy adhesive needed to keep dentures in place!

  • Long-lasting - dental implants are very durable and with good care can last many years

  • Better oral health - they can help prevent the dental problems that can occur from missing teeth

Appointment Overview

Dental implants usually take at least 3 appointments. 

At the first consultation visit is your dentist will examine your teeth and go over the procedure with you

At the next visit you will have the dental implant procedure to replace the root of your missing tooth - a single dental implant surgery usually takes around 1 to 2 hours

At the final visit the implant restoration (such as a crown) is done

Further appointments may be needed to complete the dental implant procedure. You will also need to visit your dentist regularly after the procedure so your implants can be checked.

Before your appointment

If you're getting the surgical step of the dental implant done by an oral surgeon, they will give you some pre-operative instructions before surgery. These could include rinsing with antibacterial mouthwash, taking prescribed antibiotics a few days prior, or not eating the day of the procedure (if you're being sedated)

After your appointment

If you've had surgery under sedation you will need someone to pick you up and take you home afterwards

You will need to eat a soft food diet for the first few days and avoid very hot or cold food and drink

Use can apply an ice pack to help prevent swelling

If you are a smoker, we advise you not to smoke for as long as possible after your surgery

On the day after surgery you can rinse your mouth with salt water and use Savacol mouthwash

See the results

Drag the sliders below to see some of the amazing results achieved by other Lumino patients and our experienced team of dental implant experts. 

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Why choose us for dental implants?

We're the industry leaders

  • Patients trust us - we're the New Zealand dentists trusted by more Kiwis than any other
  • We're convenient - we have practices at many locations throughout New Zealand
  • We're affordable - over 50 of our Lumino practices offer dental implants at a competitive price
  • We stand by our work - our dental implants come with a lifetime warranty from our suppliers

We give our patients options

  • Happy patients - our goal is to give you choices and make your experience a positive one
  • We understand your needs - our experienced and qualified dentists listen to your concerns
  • Choose how you pay - we offer a range of pay now or pay later options
  • Visit us when it suits you - some of our practices are open extended hours for your convenience

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Have questions?

How much are dental implants?

The cost of dental implants can vary depending on a number of factors including practice location, type and quality of materials used, and the dentist’s experience. A single dental implant typically ranges from $5,000 to $8,000. To get a better idea of the price to suit your needs we recommend booking a consultation with a dentist.