Dental Implants

You have had a dental problem and your dentist has just told you that you need a dental implant. It may be that an old crown, large filling or bridge has failed and now dental implants is the only solution to replace the damaged or missing tooth. Dental implants are considered to be one of the most highly successful and predictable treatments in dentistry today. The average success rate for dental implants is in the region of 95%. This means that there is less than a 5% chance of a dental implant failing while undergoing dental implant treatment.

Dental implant treatment usually takes a few months to carry out from start to finish. It is recommended that you choose a dental implant clinic that is highly experienced in dental implant treatments. At the first appointment the implant surgeon will consider if you are a suitable candidate for dental implants.  A thorough check of your medical history or any problems associated with general health will need to be investigated. Photographs, radiographs and CT scans are usually needed to plan for the implant surgery. Usually this is the most crucial step in the implant treatment process. It may be that in some cases dental implant treatment is not the best solution for missing or damaged teeth. If there is insufficient bone present for dental implants to be placed it may be necessary to augment bone before the implants can be placed.

The dental implant surgery is usually a painless procedure carried out under local anaesthetic or sedation.After the surgery the jaw bone and surrounding gum tissues are left to heal for a minimum of 4 months. During this healing period the dental implant will fuse with the jaw bone and become completely anchored in the bone. The dental implant will now become the support of any future crown, bridge or implant overdenture.

Dental implants are popular because they look feel and function like natural fixed teeth. It is difficult to cope with removable dentures and most patients who have removable dentures loathe the fact of having to take their teeth out after meals and at bedtime. Not keeping your denture out at night will lead to hygiene problems and oral fungal infections.

Dental implants are fast becoming the preferred choice for patients who no longer want to have to wear removable dentures. It is possible to become denture free if you have dental implant treatment. Speak to your dentist today about how dental implants can help you get your smile and confidence back.

At Brighton Implant Clinic dental implants cost from £995 per tooth. We are the most affordable dental implant clinic in the UK and offer a best price promise to our patients. For more information please feel free to contact our clinic today.