A single dental implant can make all the difference to the way you look and feel, and the impact of a full mouth rehabilitation with All on 4 (Same Day Teeth) on a patient’s self-esteem and confidence is difficult to comprehend until the moment they finish treatment and leave the practice.
Dental implants really are the ultimate form of tooth replacement. Whether you are considering replacing several teeth or just a single tooth, you should know that your implants will look and feel natural and perform just like the real thing.
As opposed to bridges or dentures, dental implants are self-supporting and do not rely on the other teeth for support. They also have exceptional long-term success rates.
Many people think they are not suitable for dental implant treatment but contrary to popular belief most people with missing teeth are good candidates including:
If you’re tired of letting your teeth rule your life we can help you. To find out more about dental implants.
Dental implants can only be placed once the jawbone has stopped growing, so generally can only be placed in adults. Lifestyle choices such as smoking or heavy drinking can affect the success rate of implant placement; also patients with a history of gum health problems may not be suitable for an implant. All of this will be discussed with you at your consultation appointment.
Implants are a safe, well-established treatment. Implants, much like natural teeth, will last for as long as you care for them.
If your implants are well looked after, and if the bone they are fitted to is strong and healthy, you can expect them to last for many years. However, just as with other surgical implants (such as a hip replacement) there is no lifetime guarantee. How well you look after your implants - and whether you go for your regular maintenance appointments - will have the biggest impact on how long they will last.
Whilst placing the implant into the jaw, a local anaesthetic will be used and you should not feel any discomfort. As with any surgical procedure, you may feel some discomfort for the following few days. This is usually due to having stitches and the normal healing process
If is possible to insert impants as soon as the jaw has stopped growing. Therefore, in young patients, dental implants can only be placed one their jaw bones are fully developed. At the other end of the spectrum, as long as there are no other significatn risks, there is no age limit.
At your initial consultation you will be expected to answer detailed questions concerning your medical history and there will be a complete examination of your mouth and remaining teeth, your dentist will then assess the feasibility of providing implant treatment. Usually x-rays will be taken and models of the teeth prepared so that these can be examined after your visit, these x-rays and models will be used to determine the optimal position for an implant.
Establishing good basic dental health is a key stage in any treatment plan. At this first appointment you should be made aware of which problems are urgent, and what treatment is required to stabilise any gum- or tooth-related problems.
If you are suitable for the treatment, an appointment will be booked where the surgery will be carried out. This appointment usually takes around 2 – 3 hours, however it does depend on the individual’s treatment plan. Once the titanium screw has been placed into the jaw, it needs to left at least 2 -3 months before the next stage, as it takes time for the screw to integrate (bond) with the bone.
The next stage would be to return to the dentist for them to check that the implant has integrated and plan for the permanent restoration. An impression of your mouth may be taken at this appointment. Finally, the laboratory needs to construct the final restoration (crown), this takes around two weeks and the fitting would take one hour.
The cost of an implant is - £1800, and the cost of an Implant with it's supporting crown is £1150.
Yes. You can have any number of teeth replaced with implants - from one single tooth to a complete set.
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