REPLACING MISSING TEETH
What could dental implants change for you?
Missing teeth can make eating awkward, affect speech and leave you reluctant to smile. An implant provides support in the jaw for a replacement crown or bridge. We plan that support and the teeth you will see as one treatment.
We first assess the teeth that can be kept, your gums, bone and general health. Some patients need other care before implants; a bridge or removable denture may also be an option. Your consultation explains the recommendation and the alternatives for your mouth.
THE PATIENT IN THE PHOTO ABOVE
Dental Implants, followed by zirconia restorations.
This patient came to us after losing many teeth and struggling to eat and smile comfortably. His diabetes needed to be under control before treatment. Once the implants had healed, we completed his zirconia restorations. His before-and-after photographs show the change in his smile.
See this patient’s before & after27+ YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Your dental implants brand, chosen with clinical judgement.
Dt. Ceylan Ergül leads your implant planning with your treating dentist. You do not need to arrive knowing which brand or system to choose. We assess your case, recommend the appropriate option and explain how it supports the teeth we plan to make.
Your preferred brand is welcome in that conversation. If it is suitable for your treatment, we can arrange it subject to the required system and components being available.
Dental Implants brands available for discussion
MegaGen is a system we regularly recommend and use. Straumann, Nobel Biocare and BEGO are also options we work with. If you have another brand in mind, tell us early so the clinical team can assess it and confirm supply before your visit.
A brand contains different implant systems and components. The recommendation includes the exact system, the support needed for your replacement teeth and the practical arrangements for future care. The implant brand and the material of the final crown or bridge are separate decisions; both belong in your treatment plan.
What Dt. Ceylan Ergül considers
- Jaw anatomy and bone condition
- Gum health and remaining teeth
- Your bite, grinding and space for the new teeth
- Medical history, medicines and healing history
- Smoking and any previous implant treatment
- The planned crown or bridge and its components
- Future maintenance and component availability
- Your preferences, budget and visit arrangements
Our initial conversation and your photographs help prepare the consultation. The clinical examination and necessary imaging complete that assessment. We then confirm the recommendation and record the agreed implant system in your written plan.
YOUR TREATMENT IN İSTANBUL
Two visits, with time for dental implants to heal in between.
The first visit establishes dental implants support. The return visit completes the replacement teeth. Here is how we organise the journey with you.
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Before you travel · your initial plan
Tell us what you want to improve and share the photos our team asks for. We review your dental history, health information and any brand preference, then explain the proposed treatment, quotation and visit schedule. At the clinic, your examination and the imaging needed for your case confirm the final plan. You understand and agree it before treatment starts.
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First visit · Dental implants and early recovery
This visit covers your clinical assessment, implant placement and any other agreed care. We confirm your temporary-teeth arrangement and review recovery before you leave. You receive personal instructions for eating, cleaning and medicines. Your dentist sets the length of your stay and advises on return travel; additional procedures can require more time.
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Between visits · time for healing
Many of our plans allow around three months before the final teeth. Bone healing can take longer, particularly when additional bone treatment is needed. We keep in touch while you are home and arrange the required early review. Keep pressure off the healing areas as instructed, protect any temporary teeth and tell us if something feels loose or uncomfortable.
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Second visit · your final smile
We first check that the implants and surrounding tissues are ready. The appointments then cover gum shaping where needed, records for the laboratory, trial fittings and the final teeth. You review the shade and shape with us; your dentist checks the fit, bite and cleaning access. A full-arch return visit commonly needs around 8–9 days in our plans, with the exact schedule agreed for your treatment and healing.
The healing interval and length of each stay are individual. We confirm your schedule before you book travel and allow time for fittings and review.
BETWEEN YOUR VISITS
What will I wear while dental implants heal?
We discuss temporary teeth at the planning stage, so you know what to expect during the healing period. Your dentist decides whether temporary teeth can be fitted, which type is appropriate and when they can be worn. The decision depends on your bone, implant stability and the treatment being completed.
Temporary teeth can help with appearance and everyday comfort, but they have eating and cleaning restrictions while the implants heal. We explain those restrictions and how to protect the temporary restoration. After healing is checked, your second visit is for the final teeth.
For a complete upper or lower arch, see the treatment and patient examples on our All-on-6 page or All-on-4 page .
THE RESTORATIVE STAGE
Time for the final teeth.
After your dentist confirms that dental implants are ready, the restorative appointments focus on the fit, bite, shape and shade of your final teeth. This photograph shows crown fitting at our clinic; it illustrates the restorative care rather than implant placement.
AT HOME, WITH OUR SUPPORT
The few things to keep on top of.
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In the first few days
Follow the soft-food and cleaning instructions given for your dental implants treatment, take medicines only as directed and avoid smoking. Some swelling, soreness or light bleeding can occur. Tell us about increasing symptoms or bleeding that does not settle; your written instructions explain when to seek an urgent assessment.
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During the healing interval
Keep your early review appointment and follow the instructions for stitches, whether they dissolve or need removal. Do not use the temporary teeth to test hard foods. A comfortable gum does not by itself mean the implant has finished bonding with bone; we check readiness before making the final restoration.
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With your final teeth
Clean around the dental implants and underneath any bridge using the technique shown by your dentist. Keep regular dental and hygiene appointments. Report bleeding gums, a changed bite, discomfort or movement promptly. Our international team remains your contact after you return home.
Send the team a message if you are unsure about your care. We can guide the next step and arrange clinical input; a concern that needs examination should be assessed in person.
Risks and symptoms that need prompt attention
Dental Implants can fail to bond with bone. Infection, nerve injury, later gum problems and wear or loosening of components are also possible. Your dentist discusses the risks relevant to your case before treatment. Seek urgent local medical help for uncontrolled bleeding, severe swelling or difficulty breathing or swallowing; do not wait for a WhatsApp reply.
YOUR INDIVIDUAL QUOTATION
Know what your implant plan includes.
- The implant brand, system, number of implants and connecting components
- Temporary teeth and the material of the final crown or bridge
- Any extractions, bone treatment or other preliminary care
- Appointments, return-visit schedule and aftercare arrangements
Hotel and transfer arrangements are listed when included. We explain any change following the clinical assessment before proceeding. Tell us your priorities and budget so the quotation reflects the complete treatment you are considering.
Explore treatment packagesQuestions before you decide.
Do I need one implant for every missing tooth?
Not always. One implant can support a single crown, while a bridge can replace several teeth using an appropriate number of implants. Full-arch options include All-on-4 and All-on-6. We explain the support needed for your own restoration after assessment.
Can I request Straumann or another specific brand?
Yes. Tell us before your visit so we can review the request and arrange the system and components. Dt. Ceylan Ergül and your treating dentist confirm clinical suitability. Your written plan identifies the agreed brand and system.
Can the final teeth be completed in one trip?
Our usual staged plan separates implant placement from the final restoration with a healing interval. Temporary teeth can bridge that interval when suitable. They are not the same as the final teeth, and immediate fitting is not appropriate in every case.
What happens if I need more healing time?
We adjust the return-visit schedule to your recovery. The aim is to fit the final teeth when the implants and tissues are ready. We discuss any extra appointments and costs before proceeding, so travel can be organised around the revised plan.
What does an implant warranty cover?
The written terms identify any manufacturer cover for the implant components and any separate clinic cover. They also explain maintenance requirements, exclusions and responsibility for treatment, replacement teeth and travel costs. A component warranty is not a promise that every future expense is covered.