If you’re missing a tooth, you may be wondering: “What’s the best replacement option?”
In New Zealand, the answer is often a single dental implant. Unlike dentures or bridges, implants are permanent, natural-looking, and designed to last for decades.
What Is a Single Dental Implant?
A dental implant has three parts:
- Titanium root — surgically placed in the jawbone, acting like a natural tooth root
- Abutment — connector between the implant and crown
- Crown — the visible replacement tooth, custom-made to blend with your smile
Benefits of a Single Tooth Implant
Choosing a dental implant over other options offers several advantages:
- ✅ Permanent solution that can last a lifetime with good care
- ✅ Protects healthy teeth (no need to grind down neighbouring teeth, unlike bridges)
- ✅ Prevents bone loss by stimulating the jawbone
- ✅ Looks and feels natural — indistinguishable from a real tooth
- ✅ Long-term value — implants last decades, unlike dentures that need replacement
Cost of a Single Dental Implant in NZ
The investment for a single implant in New Zealand is typically:
💰 $5,000–$7,000 per tooth, depending on case complexity and treatment needs.
This fee covers consultation, surgery, lab work, and your custom crown.
The Process: From Consultation to New Tooth
Here’s what to expect when getting a dental implant at Hutt Dental Implant Centre:
- Consultation & 3D Scan — to assess your bone health and plan treatment
- Implant Surgery — placement of the titanium root under local anaesthetic or IV sedation
- Healing Period — 3–4 months while the implant fuses with the bone
- Final Crown Placement — a custom-designed, lab-made crown fitted for a perfect result
The All-in-One Clinic Advantage
At Hutt Dental Implant Centre, everything is done under one roof:
- Implant surgery
- Custom abutments and crowns made in our in-house lab
- Final fitting and aftercare
This means faster treatment, greater accuracy, and more predictable long-term success.
Final Thoughts
A single dental implant is considered the gold standard for replacing missing teeth in NZ. It’s strong, natural-looking, and protects your oral health for decades to come.
If you’re ready to restore your smile with a permanent solution, our team is here to help.
📍 Hutt Dental Implant Centre
65 Queens Drive, Lower Hutt, Wellington
📞 Call us: 04 566 0012
🌐 Book your implant consultation
