Dental implants: replacing a missing tooth from root to crown

In many cases, yes but the right answer depends on a proper clinical evaluation.

A dental implant may be suitable if you:

• have one or more missing teeth
• want a fixed solution rather than a removable option
• want long-term stability
• have enough bone support, or may benefit from further assessment
• want a treatment plan that is clearly structured from the beginning

The most reliable way to know is through a consultation and 3D scan, which allows Dr. Alex Fneiche to assess bone volume, spacing, bite, and implant positioning with much greater precision.

Most people expect implant treatment to feel more difficult than it actually does.

With careful digital planning, precise placement, and minimally invasive techniques when appropriate, the procedure is generally designed to be as controlled and comfortable as possible.

What often matters most is not only comfort during the procedure, but also knowing:

• what will happen
• how the treatment is planned
• what to expect after each stage

That clarity usually reduces much of the tension around the decision.

The total timeline depends on your specific clinical situation.

In most cases, the process includes:

• initial consultation and 3D assessment
• implant placement
• a healing phase for osseointegration
• placement of the final custom-made crown

Because healing time varies from one case to another, the exact timeline is always explained after your evaluation.

The advantage of digital planning is that it helps make the sequence clearer, more structured, and easier to understand from the start.

The fee for the implant itself depends on the implant system used:

• €700 — Implant (SIN)
• €900 — Implant (BioHorizons Camlog)

A complete restoration also involves individually priced components, such as:

• Abutment (prosthetic component) — €250
• Zirconia crown on implant — €950
• Temporary resin crown — €250

Depending on your clinical situation, case-dependent supportive procedures may apply, such as a sinus lift (€950 per area), bone graft (€700–€900), soft tissue graft (€800), or PRF (€200).

A precise fee is provided during your consultation, once the full assessment has been completed.

This keeps the discussion accurate and case-specific rather than approximate.

The implant itself replaces the root of the tooth. It sits within the bone, below the gum line, and is not visible once treatment is complete.

The part you see is the custom-made crown and making that crown look natural is one of the main goals of the treatment.

It is made to integrate as naturally as possible with your smile, taking into account:

• shape
• size · colour harmony
• bite function
• position relative to surrounding teeth

A natural result usually comes from good planning before treatment starts, not from trying to adjust everything at the end.

That is why digital planning and restorative coordination are such important parts of the process.

That does not automatically mean implant treatment is not possible.

It means your case needs a more detailed evaluation.

A 3D scan helps Dr. Alex Fneiche assess:

• available bone volume
• anatomical limitations
• implant positioning options
• whether additional planning is needed

Some situations are straightforward. Others require more analysis.

The important thing is to base the decision on real imaging and precise planning, not assumptions.

That depends on your needs, but many people choose implants because they want:

• a fixed solution
• more stability and comfort while chewing
• more comfort and confidence when speaking (phonation)
• a more natural-feeling replacement
• a long-term option rather than repeated temporary compromises

Because an implant is a fixed treatment, it restores a level of everyday comfort close to that of natural teeth for eating, for speaking, and for daily confidence.

A removable solution may still be appropriate in some situations, but if your priority is predictability, function, and long-term integration, implant treatment is often the option people want to explore first.

The best choice is the one that fits your clinical situation and long-term expectations.

Greater comfort when chewing and speaking. Implants provide a fixed solution that can help restore a level of comfort in everyday life similar to that of natural teeth.

Digital planning is important because it improves control before the procedure even begins.

It helps define:

• implant position
• angulation
• spacing
• restorative direction
• relationship to nearby anatomical structures

This supports a treatment process that is:

• more precise
• more structured
• easier to explain
• more predictable from a restorative point of view

At Dr. Alex Fneiche's clinics, digital planning is not an extra feature added for appearance.

It is a central part of how implant treatment is organised properly.

In Belgium it helps to separate two things.

• The mutuelle is the compulsory state insurance. It contributes to many dental treatments, but implants, crowns and grafts are generally not covered
• Reimbursement for this type of treatment usually depends on additional cover, most often a private supplementary insurance policy

Because policies differ considerably, what applies in your situation is discussed during your consultation, once your treatment plan and fees are clear.

Yes. Dr. Alex Fneiche welcomes people seeking dental implant treatment in Brussels / Bruxelles and Trazegnies, including those coming from nearby areas looking for a clearly planned and digitally guided approach.

Depending on the clinic location and your proximity, this may also be relevant if you are based in or near areas such as:

• Anderlecht
• Koekelberg
• Jette
• Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
• Brussels City Centre
• La Louvière
• Mons
• Charleroi
• Soignies
• Braine-le-Comte

This kind of local relevance can also help people who are specifically searching for a well-structured implant treatment option within the wider Brussels or Hainaut region.