Dr M H Abram is a specialist in Periodontics, Implantology and Oral Medicine. Our practice specialises in treatment of gum diseases, cosmetic surgical procedures to aesthetically enhance your smile, and dental implant surgery that can replace single or multiple missing teeth. We also diagnose and treat oral pathology.
Dr M H Abram
How much do dental implants cost in South Africa?
What Do Dental Implants Cost In South Africa? The cost of dental implants in South Africa varies depending on the type of implant and the complexity of the procedure. Generally, a single tooth implant can cost anywhere between R11,000 to R24,000* while full mouth implants may range from R100,000 to R500,000*.
What is the difference between a dentist and a periodontist?
In the simplest terms, a dentist treats the teeth, gums, and other areas of the mouth while a periodontist only treats the gums and the bone supporting the teeth. The periodontist typically sees severe, complex cases that require a specialist rather than having the patient see a general dentist.
What does a periodontist do?
A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease (a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth also known as gum disease), and in the placement of dental implants.
How do you implant a tooth?
The dental implant body is surgically inserted in the jawbone in place of the tooth’s root. The dental implant abutment is usually attached to the implant body by the abutment fixation screw and extends through gums into the mouth to support the attached artificial teeth.
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