How long has Aventis been doing dental implants?
Aventis began performing dental implant treatment in 2020. It was the first clinic in the area to provide dental implant treatment and is one of the most popular practices in the Cayman Islands for missing teeth solutions.
How long will they last?
There is no definitive answer to this question. We would hope that the actual dental implants would last a life time with only the superstructures requiring replacing as they wear out – we are working with the human body, however, and failures can occur over time. The normal accepted success rate is 97%.
How long will it take?
Depending on the complexity of the treatment, sometimes teeth can be fitted the same day, and sometimes treatment can take over a year to complete.
Can I bring a companion to my consultation?
We advise prospective patients to bring a companion, as there is a lot of information to take in, and two people are more likely to remember more information.
Can my dentist be present?
Your dentist is always invited to be present at any stage throughout the treatment process.
How many appointments are needed?
A minimum of five appointments are required but normally it is in the region of eight to twelve.
Does it hurt?
Will I need to return to the Aventis for checkups?
Once treatment is complete, patients should continue to see their own dentist on a six-monthly basis and will be asked to return to Aventis after one year, when the implant will be checked and x-rayed. If all is perfect they will then be seen every two years by ourselves, a shorter time interval will be advised if any problems are found.
In the vast majority of cases, yes. More.
Dentures can be clipped onto dental implants thus making the dentures very stable in the mouth.
Can I still have implants if I have lost my teeth due to gum disease.
Dental implants are an excellent treatment option, provided patients are prepared to work hard at cleaning their dental implants, and there is no other gum disease left in the mouth.
Not unless you tell them.
You will always be offered temporary alternative solutions whilst dental implant treatment is progressing.
No, patients can refer themselves
We have many patients who are so pleased with the work we have carried out that they are more than willing to speak to prospective patients.
You can never be too old but you can be too young. Generally, we try not to place dental implants in females under 18 and males under 20.
Can I be put to sleep?
We do not put patients to sleep, but we do use different forms of sedation for nervous patients
Can implants fail?
The normal accepted success rate is 97%. For non-smokers who look after their implants, in the first five years after placement, a failed implant would normally be replaced free of charge.
Are implant-supported teeth as strong as natural teeth?
In all cases they are as strong and in many cases they are stronger.
Do I have to register with Aventis for my routine care?
If you are referred to us by your own dentist, you will be returned to the care of your own dentist at the end of treatment.
Aventis Dental & Facial Aesthetics, Second floor, 27C, Caribbean Plaza, 878 West Bay Rd, George Town, KY1-1205, POBOX 31111
Opening Hours
- Monday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Sunday Closed
