Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.

Medical problem? Call 1800 022 222. If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately

healthdirect Australia is a free service where you can talk to a nurse or doctor who can help you know what to do.

beginning of content

Search results for: "Prostheses and Implants"

service category

Find a service: Prosthetics and orthotics

enter a location
  • {{prefLabel}}

Prostheses

Prostheses are artificial body parts, designed to restore function or appearance. Some basic prostheses are available through the public health system.

Read more

Dental implant procedure

A dental implant is a procedure to replace a missing tooth. Your dentist will discuss whether a dental implant is suitable for you. Know what to ask.

Read more

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

A breast reconstruction with a breast implant or tissue expander is an operation to recreate a breast shape. You should consider the options carefully and have realistic expectations about the results.

Read more

Orthodontic treatments

Orthodontic treatments are dental procedures that help to straighten teeth and correct problems with your bite. Learn what to expect here.

Read more

Dental crown procedure

A dental crown is a covering for an existing tooth. It can improve the way a decayed or broken tooth looks. Learn more about a crown's benefits here.

Read more

Dentures

Dentures are false teeth worn to replace missing teeth, which can make eating and speaking easier. Find out what the procedure involves.

Read more

Veneers

Veneers are thin coverings that can make your teeth look more white and regular. Veneers can be made from porcelain or composite resin (plastic and glass).

Read more

Dental bridge procedure

A dental bridge permanently replaces missing teeth with false teeth. The bridge is attached to the teeth on either side of the gap.

Read more

Inserting a pacemaker

An abnormal heart rhythm can cause cardiac arrest and even death. Having a pacemaker inserted may save your life by preventing you from having a cardiac arrest.

Read more

Cochlear implant

Cochlear implants are electronic devices that stimulate the hearing nerve to provide sounds directly to the brain. They are are designed to recognise signals as sound, which in turn help understand speech.

Read more

Healthdirect 24hr 7 days a week hotline

24 hour health advice you can count on

1800 022 222

Government Accredited with over 140 information partners

We are a government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice

Australian Government, health department logo ACT Government logo New South Wales government, health department logo Northen Territory Government logo Government of South Australia, health department logo Tasmanian government logo Victorian government logo Government of Western Australia, health department logo

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.