Dental Implants
Restore your smile with dental implants in Benavente
Dental implants are the most advanced and long-lasting solution for replacing missing teeth, restoring chewing function, aesthetics, and confidence in one's smile.
At Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo, in Benavente, we carry out oral implantology treatments with three-dimensional planning and the latest digital technology.
Each case is assessed individually to ensure a safe, comfortable result tailored to each patient's needs — from the replacement of a single tooth to the complete rehabilitation of the dental arch.
Advanced Technology in Your Dental Implants
At Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo, each dental implant is planned using three-dimensional examinations and digital surgical guides, for precise and predictable placement.
Planning with three-dimensional CBCT
Cone beam computed tomography allows three-dimensional visualisation of the jawbone and identifies the ideal position for each dental implant with maximum safety.
Digital Impression with Intraoral Scan
The 3D intraoral scanner replaces traditional moulds and captures a precise, comfortable digital impression for the planning of implant-supported prostheses.
Computer-guided surgery
The digital surgical guide, produced from the 3D planning, directs the placement of the dental implant with millimetre precision, reducing procedure time and post-operative discomfort.
“In our clinical practice, every dental implant begins with rigorous, individualised planning. We use three-dimensional technology to ensure that the position, angle, and depth of each implant are determined before surgery — not during it.”
What are dental implants and how do they work?
Dental implants are the most advanced and long-lasting solution for replacing missing teeth, restoring chewing function, aesthetics, and confidence in one's smile.
At Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo, in Benavente, we carry out oral implantology treatments with three-dimensional planning and the latest digital technology.
Each case is assessed individually to ensure a safe, comfortable result tailored to each patient's needs — from the replacement of a single tooth to the complete rehabilitation of the dental arch.
What our patients say
I was very apprehensive about the surgery, but the procedure was surprisingly straightforward. Today I chew with complete confidence.
Manuel Sampaio
After years with a removable denture, dental implants gave me back the confidence to smile and eat without any limitations.
Teresa Lousada
The digital planning they carried out gave me great confidence. The result has felt natural and comfortable from day one.
António Romeu
4 Steps to Getting Dental Implants
Dental implant treatment at Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo follows a rigorous protocol, from diagnosis through to final rehabilitation, to ensure safe and lasting results.
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Assessment
At the first appointment, we carry out a full clinical examination and imaging studies, such as a panoramic X-ray (OPG) and CBCT, to assess the quantity and quality of available bone.
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Planning
Based on the examinations, the dentist determines the ideal position for each dental implant through three-dimensional planning and, when indicated, fabricates a digital surgical guide.
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Surgery
The dental implant is placed in the jawbone under local anaesthesia. In most cases, the procedure is minimally invasive and can be carried out using guided surgery.
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Rehabilitation
After the osseointegration period, typically between 3 and 6 months, the ceramic crown, fixed bridge, or definitive prosthesis is placed on the dental implant.
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Assessment
At the first appointment, we carry out a full clinical examination and imaging studies, such as a panoramic X-ray (OPG) and CBCT, to assess the quantity and quality of available bone.
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Planning
Based on the examinations, the dentist determines the ideal position for each dental implant through three-dimensional planning and, when indicated, fabricates a digital surgical guide.
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Surgery
The dental implant is placed in the jawbone under local anaesthesia. In most cases, the procedure is minimally invasive and can be carried out using guided surgery.
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Rehabilitation
After the osseointegration period, typically between 3 and 6 months, the ceramic crown, fixed bridge, or definitive prosthesis is placed on the dental implant.
Everything you need to know about dental implants
Dental implants are medical devices made from biocompatible titanium that replace the root of lost teeth.
After surgical placement in the jawbone or mandible, the implant integrates naturally into the bone tissue through a process called osseointegration, which typically takes between 3 and 6 months.
Once integrated, the dental implant serves as a stable foundation for different types of prosthetic rehabilitation: from a single ceramic crown to replace one tooth, to full-arch solutions such as the All-on-4 protocol, which allows complete rehabilitation with just four strategically positioned implants.
Modern oral implantology uses tools such as cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), a 3D intraoral scanner, and a digital surgical guide to ensure that each implant is placed at the ideal position, angulation, and depth.
In cases of insufficient bone volume, techniques such as bone grafting may be carried out beforehand to create the conditions necessary for implant placement.
At Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo in Benavente, the approach is always individualised. Each patient is comprehensively assessed so that the treatment plan meets their functional, aesthetic, and long-term oral health needs.
Main Problems Treated with Dental Implants
Dental implants are indicated for various clinical situations that affect oral health, chewing function, and patients' quality of life.
From the loss of a single tooth to the complete absence of teeth in an arch, oral implantology offers solutions adapted to each case, always with specialised clinical monitoring.
Loss of One or More Teeth
The absence of teeth, whether due to advanced decay, periodontal disease, or trauma, compromises chewing, speech, and the aesthetics of the smile.
Single or multiple dental implants replace the lost roots in a fixed and permanent manner, restore function, and prevent the resorption of the alveolar bone that occurs following tooth loss.
Complete Edentulism (Total Tooth Loss)
Patients who have lost all the teeth in one or both arches can regain full chewing function through fixed prosthetic solutions supported by 4 to 6 implants.
This allows for the placement of an implant-supported fixed prosthesis, restoring stability, comfort, and aesthetics — often with a temporary fixed prosthesis placed on the same day as surgery.
Ill-Fitting Removable Denture
Many patients who use conventional removable dentures complain of instability, discomfort, and difficulty chewing.
Dental implants allow the denture to be fixed stably to the bone, eliminating movement during speech and eating, and restoring confidence and security in daily life.
Bone Loss in the Jaw
After tooth loss, the alveolar bone begins to resorb naturally.
The placement of dental implants stimulates the bone and prevents its progressive deterioration.
In cases where there is already significant bone loss, bone grafting procedures may be carried out before or during implant placement.
Discover Clínica Médica Dentária Dr. Paulo Cardozo
At Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo in Benavente, we bring together clinical experience and advanced digital technology to offer safe and personalised oral implantology treatments.
Book your appointment
Take the first step towards restoring your smile. Book an assessment appointment for dental implants at Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo in Benavente.
Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo
R. Vasco da Gama 6,
2130-197 Benavente, Portugal
Telephone: +351 263 516 773
Mobile: +351 919 366 534
geral@clinicapaulocardozo.pt
Frequently Asked Questions
About Dental Implants
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant is an artificial titanium root placed in the jaw bone to replace a lost tooth and support a ceramic crown or fixed prosthesis.
Is dental implant treatment painful?
Dental implant placement is carried out under local anaesthesia and does not usually cause pain. Post-operative discomfort is mild and manageable in the first few days.
How long does the treatment last?
The total time varies between 3 and 9 months, depending on the case. The osseointegration phase, in which the dental implant fuses with the bone, is the longest, taking between 3 and 6 months.
How long do implants last?
With proper oral hygiene and regular check-ups, dental implants can last many years. Studies indicate survival rates of over 95% at ten years.
Are dental implants safe?
Yes. Dental implants are devices backed by decades of clinical evidence. Titanium is biocompatible and integrates with the bone. Each case is assessed individually.
Can I have an implant if I do not have enough bone?
In cases of bone loss, it is possible to carry out a bone graft before or during the placement of dental implants to create the conditions for safe integration.
What is the All-on-4 protocol?
All-on-4 is a technique that uses four dental implants to support a fixed full-arch prosthesis, with complete rehabilitation and immediate function.
What care should I take after surgery?
Rest is recommended, along with a soft diet in the first few days, good oral hygiene, and attendance at the follow-up appointments indicated by the dentist.
Can I get dental implants in Benavente?
Yes. Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo, in Benavente, places dental implants with 3D planning, intraoral scanning, and guided surgery. Book your assessment appointment.
Clinical Rigour and International Standards
The clinical team at Clínica Dr. Paulo Cardozo guides its practice in accordance with the guidelines of the leading oral health reference bodies, including the FDI World Dental Federation, the Ordem dos Médicos Dentistas (OMD), and the World Health Organization — Oral Health.
The continuous training and professional development of the clinical staff at Clínica Médica Dentária Dr. Paulo Cardozo, together with the integration of international recommendations into their practice, ensures that every procedure is carried out with safety and medical responsibility.