Providing Dental Implants in Cairns
Helping to Restore Your Smile
At Cairns Precision Dental Group, we offer dental implants in Cairns to replace missing or damaged teeth. Our implants provide a strong foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures, helping to restore your smile and support your oral health. Designed to integrate with your jaw, they feel natural and help maintain the structure of your surrounding teeth.
Our implant services are led by Dr Hasi Thambugala and Dr David Oetjen, who have both completed their Diploma in Implant Dentistry through the gIDE Dental Institute—a globally recognised leader in advanced dental education. Their training ensures that every implant procedure is carried out with precision, care, and a focus on long-term success.
A dental implant includes a titanium post placed into your jawbone, acting as an artificial tooth root. Over time, the bone fuses with the implant, creating a stable base for your custom restoration. This approach supports natural chewing and speaking while preventing changes to your bite and jaw structure.
We take the time to understand your needs and discuss whether implants are right for you. If you're considering dental implants, call us at (07) 4054 2203 or complete our online booking form to arrange a consultation.
Offering Dentures in Cairns Personalised to Your Needs
Dentures Supporting Your Oral Health
Dentures provide more than just a replacement for missing teeth. They support your oral health and overall well-being. From maintaining jaw structure to improving daily comfort, they play an essential role in restoring function and confidence. Here are just a few ways dentures may benefit you:
- Jaw Structure Preservation: Dentures help maintain the shape of your jaw by providing support where teeth are missing.
- Improved Chewing and Digestion: A complete set of teeth allows for better chewing, making it easier to break down food for proper digestion.
- Enhanced Speech Clarity: Missing teeth can affect the way you speak, but dentures restore natural speech patterns and pronunciation.
- Prevention of Tooth Shifting: When gaps are left unfilled, remaining teeth may move out of place—dentures keep them aligned.
- Facial Structure Support: Dentures provide support to your cheeks and lips, helping to prevent a sunken appearance.
If you’re considering dentures, we can discuss options that best suit your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do dental implants compare to dentures?
Dental implants provide a fixed, long-term solution for missing teeth, integrating with the jawbone to offer stability and function similar to natural teeth. Dentures, on the other hand, are removable and may require adjustments over time. Implants prevent bone loss and do not rely on adhesives, making them a more comfortable option for many. However, the best choice depends on individual needs and oral health.
Do dental implants require special care?
Dental implants should be cared for like natural teeth, with daily brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups. While they are resistant to decay, the surrounding gums and bone need to stay healthy to support the implant. Using a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste can help maintain them. Routine professional cleanings are also important to prevent complications such as gum disease, which can affect implant longevity.
Will I need bone grafting for dental implants?
Bone grafting may be needed if the jawbone lacks the necessary density to support an implant. This procedure strengthens the area by adding bone material, creating a stable foundation for the implant. Factors such as long-term tooth loss, gum disease, or natural bone structure can influence the need for grafting. A dentist will assess bone quality with imaging to determine if grafting is required before implant placement.
