Dr Dave Richards is a Saint Heliers, Auckland based cosmetic and general dentist proving patients with affordable dental implants and crowns using the latest technology.
Headed by Dr. Dave Richards, this team in St Heliers, Auckland is a full-service restorative and cosmetic dentist - 09 585 0205 - Suite A/188 Saint Heliers Bay Road, St Heliers, Auckland 1071
More details can be found at https://drdaverichards.nz/
The treatment includes both the dental implant, a small titanium screw, and the crown, a ceramic cap that simulates the appearance of a natural tooth. Patients across Auckland can now book a consultation to determine whether they are a good fit.
Dr Richards (Dave) explains that not everyone is a suitable candidate for dental implants https://drdaverichards.nz/dental-implants-auckland/ For example, people whose gums are not healthy and strong, may not be able to get implants. As such, patients should first consult their general dentist who will refer them to a dental implant specialist after a thorough assessment.
Dave and his St Heliers, Auckland team will then create a personalized treatment plan which takes into account the patient’s oral health, as well as general health - should the patient require special care due to an existing medical condition.
Once the plan is finalized, they will start the teeth replacement procedure. While an implant can be placed immediately upon the removal of the patient’s tooth, circumstances may require it to be placed at a later time. The healing period normally lasts up to six months, and a healing cap is placed over the implant for a few weeks.
The final step is replacing the healing cap with a ceramic or porcelain crown https://drdaverichards.nz/dental-crowns-auckland/ Dr Richards uses the latest CEREC technology to take pictures and build precise 3D images. Based on the 3D imaging, the CEREC software mills and cuts the new crown. The result is a permanent and functional tooth that matches the colour of the patient’s natural teeth.
A satisfied patient said, “Dr Dave created a clinic with an unwavering level of care, was put at ease immediately. Was relieved to have Dr Dave set out a treatment plan to help prioritize the work needed, balancing the costs associated with the work really helped stay on top of what was a (dentist-wise) neglected set of teeth.“
