Coastal Dental Implants is an Alexandra Headland clinic focused on implant dentistry, treating patients from across the Sunshine Coast. Missing a single tooth, several teeth, or a whole arch? We plan, place and restore your implants in the one practice, so you are not driving to Brisbane or moving between providers to get it done.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jaw. Once it bonds with the bone, a process called osseointegration, it works as an anchor for a crown, bridge or denture. Because the post sits in the bone rather than resting on the gum or leaning on the teeth either side, an implant stays stable when you eat and speak. It also helps slow the bone loss that tends to follow a missing tooth.
When you are missing one tooth, a single implant fills the gap without involving the teeth on either side. The post supports one crown that sits where your natural tooth used to be.
Where several teeth in a row are missing, a few implants can support a bridge, filling the space without a removable plate.
If you have lost, or are about to lose, a whole arch of teeth, a full set can be supported on a small number of implants. This is sometimes called All-on-4.
Implants can also hold a new or existing denture firmly in place, so it stops slipping when you eat or speak.
We start with a consultation and a 3D scan, both done at our Alexandra Headland rooms. The scan lets us check your jawbone and plan the implant position before any treatment begins. You can call the team on 07 5443 3045 to arrange it.
We talk through the options for your situation and give you a written quote. Larger or more complex cases are costed one at a time. There is no pressure to commit on the day.
Placing a single implant usually takes around an hour. You can have it done in our rooms under local anaesthetic, or asleep in hospital for longer or more complex treatment, with sedation available either way.
The implant then needs time to bond with the bone, usually three to six months, though this varies between patients. In some cases we can fit a temporary tooth sooner. Once healing is complete, we attach the final crown, bridge or denture in our rooms.
Both have a place, and the right choice depends on your bone, your general health, your budget and what bothers you most. Implants cost more upfront and take longer because of the healing time, but they stay fixed and help protect the jawbone. Modern dentures are quicker and cost less, and for some patients they remain the sensible option, especially where bone volume is limited. If you are weighing the two, the clearest way to decide is a consultation where we look at your situation, rather than a general rule.
Most healthy adults with a fully grown jaw can be considered for dental implants. Suitability comes down to how much jawbone you have, the health of your gums, your general health, and habits such as smoking. Where bone is limited, a bone graft can sometimes build up enough support. A consultation and 3D scan are the only way to know for certain in your case.
Cost depends on how many teeth you are replacing and how complex the planning is, so we do not publish a single figure. A straightforward single implant is one price; a full arch is another. After your consultation and scan, you receive a written quote that sets out each stage, so there are no surprises later. Flexible payment plans are available, and we can talk you through how your health fund may contribute.
Dental implant treatment is surgery, and as with any surgical or invasive procedure, there are risks, such as infection, slow healing or, in rare cases, implant failure. We explain the risks relevant to your situation before any treatment, and you are always welcome to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
With good care and regular check-ups, dental implants can last for many years, and in many cases well over a decade. The crown or denture attached to the implant may need maintenance or replacement over time, much like any dental work. How long yours last depends on your oral health, your bite, and habits such as smoking.
The implant is placed under local anaesthetic, and sedation or treatment in hospital while asleep is available for longer cases, so the procedure itself is comfortable. Most patients have some swelling and soreness for a day or two afterwards, usually managed with ordinary pain relief. As with any surgery, there are risks, and we go through these with you first.
From the first consultation to your final teeth, plan on several months. A single implant can be placed in around an hour, then the post needs roughly three to six months to bond with the bone before the crown goes on. Timeframes vary between patients, and we give you a realistic schedule at your consultation.
Often, yes. Bone loss is common once teeth have been missing for a while, and a bone graft can sometimes rebuild enough support for an implant. We use a 3D scan to measure your jawbone before recommending anything, so you get an honest answer about what is possible in your case.
No. We plan, place and restore implants at our Alexandra Headland clinic, including the 3D scans, so Sunshine Coast patients can have the whole process done locally. You can choose to have more complex surgery done while asleep in hospital, but the planning and follow-up stay here with our team.
Some extras policies contribute to part of the cost, though the amount varies a lot between funds, and Medicare generally does not cover implants for adults. Once you have a written quote with the item numbers, you can check your likely rebate with your health fund before you commit.
Your first visit is a consultation and, where useful, a 3D scan, both done on site. We look at your mouth and jawbone, talk through the options for your situation, and answer your questions. You leave with a clear picture and a written quote. There is no pressure to book treatment on the day.
Ready to find out if implants are right for you? Book a consultation at our Alexandra Headland clinic. Call 07 5443 3045 or book online, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm.
Address
Ground Floor, Shara Building, 128 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland, Queensland 4572
Phone
07 5443 3045
Hours
Mon to Fri: 8:30am – 5pm
We welcome patients from across the Sunshine Coast, including Maroochydore, Caloundra, Noosa, and surrounding areas. Our dental practice offers comprehensive implant surgeries, including full mouth dental implants on the Sunshine Coast. Contact us today to schedule your personalised consultation, discuss payment plans, and take the first step towards your new smile.
Book your consultation online or call our friendly team to discuss your tooth replacement options.
