Dental Implant Offer

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots, typically made of titanium, that are surgically placed into your jawbone to support replacement teeth, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures. They look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

Dental implants fuse with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration, providing a stable foundation for replacement teeth. Once the implant has bonded with the bone, a custom-made crown is attached, restoring the appearance and function of your tooth.

Most adults with missing teeth and healthy gums are candidates for dental implants. However, sufficient bone density in the jaw is necessary to support the implant. If you have bone loss, bone grafting may be required. A consultation with your dentist will determine your eligibility.

Yes! Dental implants can replace a single tooth, or several teeth, or even support a full set of dentures. Options include single implants, implant-supported bridges, or full-arch dentures (All-on-4).

The dental implant procedure typically involves multiple steps:

• Initial consultation and imaging
• Implant placement (surgery)
• Healing period (3-6 months for osseointegration)
• Attachment of the abutment and custom crown The entire process can take several months depending on your healing time.

The implant placement procedure is performed under local anaesthesia, so you won’t feel any pain during the surgery. Some post-surgery discomfort, swelling, or bruising is normal, but this can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Most patients report that any discomfort is minor and temporary.

To get a dental implant, you can book a consultation with us so we can examine your teeth. You can then book your procedure appointment, where your implant will be fitted.

After this, the healing process can take between 10 – 16 weeks, during which time you should be careful, following our recommendations and aftercare advice.

Once your implant is fully healed, we will examine the area and fit your dental crown.

After a dental implant, you may feel some discomfort once the local anaesthetic begins to wear off. This pain should fade after a few days. Some people have some swelling around the area or develop bruises, which will disappear in around a week. You can take over-the-counter pain relief to reduce any symptoms.

Aftercare involves following our advice. You may receive some instructions that are specific to your treatment plan.

General advice involves:

• Keep the mouth clean
• Rinse with a salt and warm water mixture to cleanse and encourage healing
• Do not brush around the implant area for a few days
• Do not smoke or vape
• Avoid hot or cold drinks
• Eat carefully to prevent any food from going near the implant area
• Rinse your mouth after eating

Yes, you will need to attend your follow-up appointments after your implant has healed so you can have the final step of your treatment.

This is where you will have your dental crown fitted to the implant, and you can then enjoy the final results.

You should also have regular follow-up appointments after this to maintain your dental health.

To care for your dental implant after the procedure, keep the mouth as clean as possible.

A warm salt and water solution can be used to rinse the mouth regularly, which will aid the healing process.

You need to avoid getting any food lodged near the implant area. Avoid vigorous brushing around the implant, and do not smoke. Once your dental crown is fitted after healing, you can clean the mouth as normal.

Dental implants provide numerous benefits, including:

• Improved appearance and speech.
• Increased comfort and confidence.
• A permanent solution that functions like natural teeth.
• Prevention of bone loss in the jaw.
• Preservation of facial structure.
• No need for removing healthy adjacent teeth, as with bridges.

The cost of dental implants varies depending on the number of implants and additional procedures, such as bone grafting.

While implants are a larger investment upfront compared to other tooth replacement options, their longevity and benefits often make them the most cost-effective solution in the long run.

It depends on the condition of the bone in your jaw. Your dentist will arrange for several special tests to find out the amount of bone still there.

If there is not enough, or if it isn’t healthy enough, it may not be possible to place implants without grafting bone into the area first.

No. But aftercare is important if you are going to have a long-lasting, successful implant. Your dental team will give you detailed advice on how to look after your implants.

Cleaning around the teeth attached to the implants is no more difficult than cleaning natural teeth.

However, there may be areas that are difficult to reach and you’ll be shown how to clean them. You may need to visit your hygienist but your dental team will be able to talk to you about this.

Yes, if you don’t care for them well enough. If you keep them clean and have them regularly checked by your dental team you should not have any problems. Smoking also affects the health of implants.

So, if you smoke, you may need to look after your implants more carefully. Some dentists will not place dental implants in people who are smokers.

Most teeth attached to implants can only be fitted and removed by the dentist. However, if you have removable dentures attached to the implants, you’ll be able to take them out for cleaning.

Implants and the teeth they support can be damaged by an accident in the same way that natural teeth can. So, you must wear a professionally made mouthguard if you play sports that involve contact or moving objects.

However, if the titanium implant itself is damaged beyond repair, it can be safely left in the jaw if it is too difficult to remove.

The first step is to schedule a consultation with our qualified implant dentist. During the consultation, your dentist will evaluate your oral health, take x-rays or 3D scans, and create a personalised treatment plan to restore your smile with dental implants.