It's completely FREE to have your implant components registered on the DIR!

While most Dentists keep good records, these records are only required to be kept for up to 7 years. Even those dental practices that keep good in-house records for the 7 years (or longer) can’t ensure that these records can be provided instantly. By law, practices have up to 30 days to produce these records to a new treating Dentist.

When patients are in pain and require emergency treatment, waiting up to 30 days for safe care may not be ideal. Alternatively, dentists can access patient implant records instantly (with their consent) through the DIR, streamlining the process.

Some Dentists will provide their patients with a printout of their dental implant details. While having a paper version of dental implant records is good, unless a patient keeps it on them at all times, it won’t be useful in emergency situations.

Having a digital record on the DIR means Dentists can access patient implant information instantly and provide safe treatment, from anywhere in the world 24/7

Registering your dental implant details on the Dental Implant Registry (DIR) helps ensure that any future dental treatments are conducted safely and effectively. It also fosters open communication between you and your dentist, allowing both parties to discuss and agree on the components used in your tooth replacement.

This way, you can be informed about any replacements or third-party components that might be needed, ensuring you receive the genuine implant parts that align with your treatment plan.

While Australian laws prohibit the import of lower-quality implant parts, there have been instances where unapproved or non-standard components have been unknowingly used, particularly in cases involving overseas procedures. By having your implant components registered on the DIR, you can verify their approval status on the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website, giving you added confidence that the parts used are safe and approved for use in Australia.

YES! - If for whatever reason you change your mind you can simply contact us at admin@dentalimplantregistry.org.au and we can remove you from the registry database.