Patient Story: Why Choosing a Specialist Made All the Difference

Patient Story: Why Choosing a Specialist Made All the Difference

“I was referred to Perio and Implants Dental Referral Centre by my dentist for a missing lateral incisor. At first, I didn’t think much of it—another dentist I’d spoken to had told me that my case was straightforward.

Thank goodness I was referred to Dr. Chong Lim because my case turned out to be far more complex than I had realised. Dr. Lim immediately recognised the challenges: my high smile line and a buccal concavity at the implant site. He carefully explained that achieving a natural, long-lasting result would require a specialist’s touch and meticulous soft tissue management.

To ensure the best outcome, Dr. Lim performed a pedicled soft tissue graft alongside the implant placement. He explained that this technique was crucial for restoring the soft tissue volume, correcting the concavity, and achieving a natural contour around the implant.

Now, 14 years later, the results are still incredible. The implant blends perfectly with my natural teeth, and you’d never know there was ever a missing tooth. It looks just as good today as it did when it was first placed back in 2010—a testament to the expertise and care I received.

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Looking back, I’m so relieved I trusted my dentist’s referral and sought a specialist. What I thought was a simple case could have easily led to disappointing results without the knowledge and skill of DR CHONG LIM and his team at Perio and Implants Dental Referral Centre.

To anyone facing implant treatment—especially in a visible area—I can’t stress enough how important it is to consult a specialist. It made all the difference for me, and I’m so grateful for the care I received.”