Implant-Supported Prosthetics in Chișinău

Implant-supported prosthetics is the replacement of one, several or all missing teeth with restorations anchored on implants that are already placed.

Depending on the clinical situation, an implant can carry a single crown, a bridge or a full non-removable prosthesis on several implants.

Our doctor assesses the number and position of the implants, the condition of the bone, your bite and the expected load, then chooses the suitable restoration and explains the stages and the cost.

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What is implant-supported prosthetics

Implant-supported prosthetics is the prosthetic stage of treatment, in which artificial teeth are fixed on implants placed in the bone.
It can be used when one tooth is missing, several teeth in a row, or the whole arch.
Unlike some traditional options, implants let us make fixed restorations without using the neighbouring healthy teeth as supports.

How a tooth on an implant is built

A tooth on an implant has three parts:

The implant sits in the bone and replaces the tooth root
The abutment connects the implant to the crown
The crown is the visible part of the tooth that you chew with

It is the combination of abutment and crown that determines:

how the tooth looks
how comfortable chewing is
how stable the restoration stays for years to come

What an abutment is and why it is needed

An abutment is the intermediate piece between the implant and the crown. It determines:

how the crown emerges from the gum
how securely it is fixed
how the load is distributed onto the implant

The doctor chooses the abutment according to:

the type of implant
the position of the tooth (chewing zone or smile zone)
the thickness and level of the gum
aesthetic requirements

Types of abutment

Titanium abutments

strong and reliable
well suited to chewing teeth
a practical choice without paying extra for aesthetics

Zirconia abutments

better aesthetics in the smile zone
the light colour does not show through the gum
more often used for front teeth

Custom abutments

made for the individual patient
help shape the gum as precisely as possible
used in complex and aesthetic cases

Before prosthetics begin, the doctor explains which option you need and why.

Crown on dental implant: the options

PFM crown on dental implant

strong and reliable (PFM means porcelain-fused-to-metal, a metal-ceramic crown)
more often chosen for chewing teeth
a practical solution at an affordable price

Zirconia crown on dental implant

high strength and good aesthetics
suits both the chewing zone and the smile zone
metal-free

Ceramic crown on dental implant

the most natural look
more often used in the smile zone
high aesthetics under standard load

The doctor helps you pick the option that is best in your situation.

When implant-supported prosthetics are needed

the implant is already placed and has integrated

removable restorations do not suit you or you do not want them

you need to restore chewing

you need a stable solution that puts no load on the neighbouring teeth

it matters that the tooth looks natural

Results of implant-supported prosthetics

Full chewing

Like your own tooth, without discomfort.

A natural look

The crown is matched in shape and colour.

A fixed solution

Nothing has to be taken out or "adjusted".

Healthy teeth preserved

The neighbouring teeth are not ground down or overloaded.

Cost of implant-supported prosthetics

The cost of prosthetics depends on the type of crown and the clinical situation.

The doctor chooses the abutment individually, and its cost is included in the calculation before treatment starts.

PFM crown on dental implant

4000

MDL

Zirconia crown on dental implant

6000

MDL

Before treatment, the doctor explains what the cost is made up of, which options suit you and whether extra stages are needed.
You know the budget in advance, with no surprise charges.

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Stages of implant-supported prosthetics

Examination and planning

The doctor assesses how the implant has integrated, the condition of the gum and your bite.
We explain which type of crown and abutment you need, why this option was chosen and how the result will look.
You know the plan, the number of visits and the cost in advance.

Impressions or digital scanning

The exact position of the implant, the shape of the gum and your bite are recorded.
This is so that the crown fits precisely in shape and height, does not interfere with chewing and does not overload the implant.

Try-in and adjustment

Before the final fixing, the doctor checks the fit, the aesthetics and how the teeth meet.
If needed, we adjust the shape or contacts so that the tooth feels like your own.

Fixing the crown on the implant

The crown is securely fixed on the implant.
The doctor checks the bite and comfort once more, and after that the tooth works fully in everyday life.

How long implant-supported prosthetics take

In standard cases, prosthetics take 1-2 visits after the implant has healed.

Exact timing depends on the situation, and the doctor tells you it in advance.

Implant-supported prosthetics questions

Does it hurt to fit a crown on an implant?

No. It is usually a painless procedure and most often needs no anaesthesia. You may feel only light pressure or brief discomfort.

Can a crown come loose or break over time?

Rarely, but it can happen: a fixing screw may loosen or the ceramic may chip, especially under a strong bite or bruxism. The doctor chooses the abutment and the type of fixation and checks your bite so that the load is spread evenly, and we check the crown at follow-up visits.

How long does a crown on an implant last?

With normal hygiene and regular check-ups, for many years. The lifespan depends on the material, the bite and the load.

Will the crown look different from my own teeth?

No. It is matched in shape and colour to the neighbouring teeth, so it looks natural when you speak and smile.

Does a crown on an implant need special care?

Not a special routine, but careful hygiene matters. Care is the same as for your own teeth: brushing, floss or an irrigator as recommended, professional cleaning and regular check-ups.