Single Tooth Implant in Cremorne, Sydney
Losing one tooth is the most common reason people look into implants – and the simplest implant treatment. A single tooth implant replaces the lost root and the tooth on top, without touching the healthy teeth either side. Specialist prosthodontist Dr Ricky Lim plans each implant with a 3D scan, places it and designs the crown to match your own teeth, all under one roof.
- Registered specialist prosthodontist
- 3D-guided planning (CBCT)
- Surgery & crown in one location
One specialist from scan to final crown.
Which Situation Sounds like Yours?
Single tooth replacement looks a little different depending on where the gap is and how it happened.
How a Single Tooth Implant Works
A single tooth implant has three parts. A small titanium implant sits in the jawbone and acts as the new root. An abutment connects it to the crown. The crown is the tooth you see, made to match the shape and shade of the teeth beside it.
Over a few months the bone bonds to the implant – a process called osseointegration. Because the implant stands on its own, the teeth either side are left alone. We use Nobel Biocare and Straumann implant systems.
A Specialist Prosthodontist From Scan to Crown
Many implants in Australia are placed by general dentists. A prosthodontist is a registered dental specialist with several years of additional university training in restoring and replacing teeth. Dr Ricky Lim plans, places and restores your implant, so one clinician is responsible for the result from start to finish.
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery, James Cook University
- Specialist training in Prosthodontics, University of Sydney
- Focus on aesthetic, implant and reconstructive dentistry
- Consultation, 3D planning, surgery and crown in one location
Implant systems we use: Nobel Biocare and Straumann
Why Replace a Single Missing Tooth?
A gap from one tooth can seem minor, especially at the back. Over time, though, neighbouring teeth can tip into the space, the opposing tooth can drift, and the bone that held the root begins to shrink.
In a well-known study, the jaw ridge lost around half its width within 12 months of a back tooth being removed, with most of that change in the first three months (Schropp et al. 2003). Planning early often keeps more options open.
Front teeth need extra care because the gum line is on show. Dr Lim plans the final crown first and positions the implant to support it; some cases need a temporary crown while the gum settles.
Your Single Tooth Implant Journey
A clear, staged path from first consultation to your new tooth.
A full check of the gap, gums and bite, with Cone Beam CT imaging.
Sequence, timeline and fees – including any graft if bone is thin.
Under local anaesthetic; most patients compare recovery to a tooth extraction.
Once the implant has bonded with the bone, your custom crown is fitted.
What Does a Single Tooth Implant Cost?
As a guide, a single tooth implant at North Shore Prosthodontics typically costs $6,000–$8,000, including the implant, abutment and crown. Bone grafting, if needed, is quoted separately, and aesthetic cases needing a provisional crown cost more.
Your first step is a one-hour consultation ($300, including digital scans, photos and any intraoral X-rays). If you need a 3D CBCT scan, it costs $220–$270 before your health fund rebate. You’ll then receive an itemised, written quote.
Payment plans are available through humm®, with no interest on terms of up to 24 months.¹ An establishment fee and a monthly loan fee, charged by humm, apply. Approval is subject to humm’s credit assessment. Private health rebates are processed on-site.
¹ humm provided by Once Credit Pty Limited ABN 99 112 319 632, Australian Credit Licence No. 386194, subject to its Terms & Conditions. Fees, charges and interest (if applicable) vary depending on the product type, merchant and the amount of credit. Approval subject to credit assessment criteria.
The main factors we'll walk through at your consultation:
Fees are quoted individually after a clinical assessment and 3D scan. Any figures discussed beforehand are general guidance only and are confirmed in your written treatment plan.
Single Implant vs Bridge vs Partial Denture
How a single implant compares with the two most common alternatives for one missing tooth.
| Single Implant | Dental Bridge | Partial Denture | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Fixed or removable |
✓ Fixed |
✓ Fixed |
Removable |
|
Neighbouring teeth |
✓ Left untouched |
🗙 Reshaped to hold crowns |
Clasps may rest on them |
|
Replaces the root |
✓ Yes |
🗙 No |
🗙 No |
|
Cleaning |
Brush and floss like a natural tooth |
Floss threaders under the bridge |
Remove and clean daily |
|
Typical lifespan |
Often decades; crown may need replacing |
Commonly 10–15 years |
Remade or relined over time |
A bridge can still suit when the neighbouring teeth already need crowns. The right option is discussed at consultation.
Common Mistakes With Single Tooth Implants
- Waiting years after losing the tooth. Bone keeps shrinking, which can mean grafting later.
- Choosing on the post price alone. Make sure the quote includes the abutment and crown.
- Skipping the 3D scan. It shows bone, nerves and sinuses before surgery.
- Smoking through healing. It raises the risk of the implant not bonding.
- Missing reviews. Gum problems around implants are easier to manage early.
Suitability depends on bone volume, gum health, smoking, diabetes control, grinding and some medications – all checked at consultation.
Visiting us in Cremorne
Our practice is on Parraween Street in Cremorne, accessible from both Military Road and Parraween Street, with street parking and a council car park (up to 3 hours) close by. We welcome patients from across the Lower North Shore and referrals from dentists throughout Sydney.
Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8am–5pm. Closed Wednesday and weekends.
- Cremorne
- Mosman
- Neutral Bay
- Cammeray
- North Sydney
- Kirribilli
- Cremorne Point
- Crows Nest
Single Tooth Implant FAQs
Straight answers to what patients ask most. If yours isn't here, our team is happy to help.
At our Cremorne practice it typically costs $6,000–$8,000, including the implant, abutment and crown. Grafting, if needed, is extra.
No. Unlike a bridge, a single implant doesn’t need the teeth either side to be reshaped.
Usually several months from placement to the final crown, because the implant needs time to bond with the bone. Your written plan sets out your timeline.
Sometimes. If the bone is healthy and the implant is stable, immediate placement may be possible. Your 3D scan and examination decide this.
Placement is done under local anaesthetic, so you shouldn’t feel pain during it. Most people describe recovery as similar to a tooth extraction.
With good care and regular check-ups, implants can last for decades. The crown on top may need replacing over time.
The crown is custom-made to match the size, shape and shade of your neighbouring teeth, so it’s designed to blend in.
Ready to replace a missing tooth?
Book a consultation with Dr Ricky Lim for a clear plan, timeline and quote.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. The information on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual clinical advice. Before proceeding with treatment, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Individual results vary.
