Dental implants offer the solution when your set of teeth is incomplete. The implant replaces the tooth root, on which we then place a crown, bridge or click-on denture. When you have implants placed by Maliekwartier Tandartsen, you benefit as standard from the following advantages:
Implants placed by our implantologist
You are treated pain-free and under anaesthetic
Personalised treatment plan including a cost estimate in advance
Christiaan Goosen is the implantologist at Maliekwartier Tandartsen in Utrecht. He is registered with the Dutch Association for Oral Implantology (NVOI) and specialises in placing implants. Please get in touch for a consultation by calling 030 760 1267 or send an email to info@tandartsutrecht.nl.
An implant is an artificial root in the shape of a titanium screw. The implant is placed in the jawbone and bonds with the bone. Implants are a durable dental solution that is used as a base for a crown, bridge or denture. The artificial prosthesis placed on the implant replaces one or more missing teeth and serves to restore the original shape and function of your teeth.
To be able to place an implant, it is important that there is enough jawbone for good anchorage. In addition, the jawbone and gums throughout your mouth must be healthy. The dentist will assess this with the help of X-rays.
The treatment: how are implants placed?
When you are missing one or more teeth or molars, it is advisable to make an appointment for a consultation. During this conversation, your dental situation is assessed and your practitioner looks at whether an implant is a suitable solution. Based on the consultation, we draw up a personalised treatment plan, in which you receive a written cost estimate. Once you agree to the estimate, we make an appointment for the placement. In general, the treatment takes place in 3 phases:
1. Placing the implant
After agreement on the treatment plan and the associated cost estimate, the implantologist places one or more implants during the treatment. This is done under local anaesthetic, so that the entire treatment is pain-free.
2. The implant bonds with the jawbone
The next phase of the treatment is osseointegration: the phase in which the implant has to bond with the jawbone. On average, it takes 3 to 6 months for the implant to fully bond. During this period, you can receive a temporary prosthesis, so that the implant is protected.
3. Placing the dental prosthesis on the implant
Once the implant has bonded with the jawbone, the implantologist places the dental prosthesis on it. This is, for example, a crown or a bridge.
The entire process is carried out over several treatments and takes 3 to 6 months. For questions, more information or to make an appointment for a consultation, please contact us using the details below.
Aftercare
Good aftercare is important to maintain, or achieve, good oral hygiene. Implants have a long lifespan if you take good care of your teeth. For this, it is advisable to make an appointment with our prevention assistant. She advises you on the best prevention and cleans the area between the prosthesis(es) and the gums. In the first year after the implant is placed, we recommend having a check-up treatment every quarter.
The cost of implants
The NZa sets the costs of implants and other dental treatment each year. After the first consultation, you receive from us a personalised treatment plan including a cost estimate. You can find the current rates via the button.
Implants are usually not reimbursed under the basic health insurance. Only in the case of developmental disorders or abnormalities of the teeth can you claim reimbursement from the basic health insurance. In addition, a number of further conditions apply in order to claim reimbursement from the basic health insurance. In many cases, you need supplementary dental insurance to claim reimbursement. We always advise checking the policy conditions of your insurance with your health insurer, so that you know whether and how much you may be reimbursed.
Scheduling a consultation in Utrecht
Would you like more information during a personal consultation? Then call 030 760 1267 or send an email to info@tandartsutrecht.nl. During this conversation, we assess your dental situation and you have every opportunity to ask questions. You can find more information about implants on the website of the Ivoren Kruis.
An implant is a suitable solution when you are missing one or more teeth or molars, for example due to an accident, severe tooth decay or periodontitis. The implant replaces the tooth root and forms the base for a crown, bridge or click-on denture, so that your teeth look complete again and function well. An implant is also an option when an existing denture does not offer enough grip. To determine whether an implant suits you, our implantologist first assesses the condition of your jawbone and gums with X-rays. During a personal consultation, we discuss the options for your situation together.
When can I not have an implant placed?
An implant is not immediately possible in every situation. Is there insufficient jawbone for a firm anchorage? Then an additional treatment, such as bone augmentation, is needed first before we can place an implant. Inflamed gums or untreated periodontitis are also a reason to postpone the implant treatment until your mouth is healthy again. Factors such as smoking and certain medical conditions can slow down the healing after placement. Our implantologist always assesses your situation carefully during the first consultation, so that we determine the best approach for your teeth together.
Does placing an implant hurt?
Placing an implant is done under local anaesthetic, so that you do not feel any pain during the procedure. After the treatment, the jaw can feel somewhat sensitive or slightly swollen for a few days, comparable to the after-effects of having a molar extracted. These complaints can usually be relieved well with the usual painkillers and subside on their own after a few days. Our implantologist always gives you clear aftercare instructions after the treatment. If you have pain, swelling or fever that lasts longer than expected, please contact us so that we can look into it.
What can I expect in the first days after an implant is placed?
In the first days after an implant is placed, your jaw can feel somewhat sensitive or swollen. We advise you to eat soft food for the first few days and to avoid chewing firmly on the treated area. We also recommend not smoking for the first while and avoiding excessive alcohol use, as this can slow down healing. Good oral hygiene remains important, including around the implant, but brush gently around the treated area. After these first recovery days, the osseointegration phase begins, in which the implant bonds with your jawbone over the coming months.
How many implants do I need if I am missing several teeth?
This depends strongly on your personal situation. If you are missing a single tooth or molar, one implant is usually enough as a base for a crown. If you are missing several adjacent teeth, we can often suffice with two implants as supports for a bridge in between. For a completely toothless jaw, several implants are usually needed as a base for a click-on denture. Based on X-rays and the condition of your jawbone, our implantologist determines how many implants are needed and discusses this with you in detail during the consultation.
What is the difference between an implant and a click-on denture?
An implant is a titanium screw that replaces the tooth root and serves as a base for, for example, a crown or bridge. A click-on denture is a removable prosthesis that is clicked onto several implants and is mainly used when there are no natural teeth or molars left. With an implant with a crown or bridge, the replacement is fixed in your mouth, while you remove a click-on denture yourself to clean it. Which solution suits you best depends on how many elements you are missing and on the condition of your jawbone. Our implantologist is happy to advise you on this.
How long does an implant last?
With good oral care and regular check-ups, an implant can last for many years. Important here is good oral hygiene around the implant and the gums around it, so that inflammations such as peri-implantitis are prevented. The crown, bridge or click-on denture on the implant may also need replacing over time, while the implant itself often lasts longer. That is why we recommend a check-up every quarter in the first year after placement, and a regular follow-up check with our prevention assistant after that. In this way we keep a close eye on the condition of your implant.
What does an implant cost?
The cost of an implant consists of several parts. For the surgical placement of the first implant per jaw, a NZa maximum rate of €293.22 applies in 2026, with €220.32 in overhead costs that the NZa sets separately for this. For each subsequent implant in the same jaw, €121.00 is added. On top of these amounts come the costs of the implant material itself and of the crown, bridge or click-on denture that is placed on the implant. These costs differ greatly per situation. After your first consultation, you receive from us a personalised treatment plan with a full cost estimate, and on our rates page you can find the associated overview.
Is sufficient jawbone always needed for an implant?
For a firm implant, enough jawbone is needed to anchor it well. With too little jawbone, for example because a tooth has been missing for a longer time, an implant is not immediately ruled out. With an additional treatment such as bone augmentation or a sinus lift, we can often still create enough jawbone for firm placement. Our implantologist assesses this with X-rays during the first consultation and discusses any further steps with you in detail. This way, you know exactly what to expect in advance.
What happens if I do not have a missing tooth replaced?
Not having a missing tooth or molar replaced can have consequences for your whole set of teeth. Surrounding teeth and molars can slowly shift towards the open space, which changes your bite. The jaw at the site of the missing tooth can also shrink over time, which makes a later implant treatment more difficult. In addition, an open space in your teeth can affect chewing and your confidence when smiling. The sooner you have a missing tooth replaced, the simpler the treatment usually remains.
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Maliekwartier Tandartsen
Koningslaan 62
3583 GP Utrecht
