What patients want to know first
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Does placing an implant hurt?
Does placing an implant hurt?
You feel nothing during the procedure – we work under local anaesthetic, with sedation on request. Mild pressure for two or three days afterwards is normal; most patients manage on ibuprofen and are back at work the next day.
How long does an implant last?
How long does an implant last?
After ten years around 95 % of implants are still in function, and considerably longer with good oral hygiene. The decisive factors are an annual check-up and professional cleaning twice a year – both included in our aftercare.
Will my insurance contribute?
Will my insurance contribute?
Swiss basic insurance does not cover implants. Supplementary dental policies reimburse 50–75 % depending on the policy, up to an annual cap. Bring your policy along – we will calculate your effective share before surgery.
What if I do not have enough bone?
What if I do not have enough bone?
That is the rule rather than the exception, especially when the tooth has been missing for a while. In most cases we augment during the same procedure. If the loss is severe, we plan the graft three to four months ahead.
Can I smoke if I get an implant?
Can I smoke if I get an implant?
Smoking roughly doubles the risk of implant failure. We still place implants, but we ask for a break from two weeks before to four weeks after surgery. That window decides how well it heals.