Dental Implants

We always try our best to restore or save teeth where we can.

However, there are times when this is not possible and a tooth requires extraction. Dental implants are a great solution for missing teeth as they are fixed, independent and can look cosmetically very good.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are small titanium posts that are surgically placed into the jawbone. A crown then fits over the top of the implant, to give your smile back its aesthetics whilst also restoring your speaking and chewing ability.

The process of having an implant involves firstly seeing our Implant Surgeon for an assessment. You may then have a small CT scan of the area to help plan your treatment.

If you decide to go ahead, a surgical appointment is required to place the implant in your jawbone, this becomes your new root for the tooth. After 2-3 months, we expect the jaw bone to integrate around the implant. At this point, we then add a definitive crown to the implant.

Dental implants are unique. They work by mimicking the function of a real tooth root, which means the body accepts them as if they were a real body part. This results in the jawbone growing around them, which allows them to remain strong and healthy. Removable treatments like dentures cannot offer this same support to the jawbone, which can cause it to shrink away and can potentially also affect your facial appearance. Long-term denture wearers and those who have lived with missing teeth for many years often present with hollow cheeks and a protruding chin due to jawbone loss over time.

Why will dental implants benefit me?

Dental implants are well known for being the best means of replacing a missing teeth. Here are some of the reasons why:

Near permanent treatment: dental implants can last a lifetime with the correct care.

Preserve your jawbone: Implant placement can help preserve the health and density of your jawbone following tooth loss. After a removal of a tooth, it is expected that the bone in the area shrinks as a result.

High success rate: dental implants have a 95% success rate.

Protect your oral health: replacing missing teeth with implants reduces pressure on other teeth.

Amazing cosmetic result: Modern techniques and technology can allow the final outcome to have excellent aesthetics.