What are Implants?
Implants are one way of replacing missing teeth. A post is planted in the jaw bone to support a replacement tooth. This acts like the root of a natural tooth. Implants can also be used to support fixed bridges or dentures.
Implant treatment normally has two stages. First, the implant is placed in the jaw. Then, when the jaw has healed, replacement teeth are attached to the implant. In some situations it is possible for temporary teeth to be attached to an implant at the time of fitting.
Would Implants be right for me?
First, you should decide whether Implants could be right for you. Contact us to arrange a consultation so we can advise you of all your options. Our team will be only too happy to help you with any questions you may have.
If you decide to go ahead, this is what will happen.
- You will be referred to a Specialist in Implants for a full consultation and examination.
- The Specialist will place Implants into the jawbone with a local anaesthetic.
- The implant is screwed or pushed in and the gum may be stitched so that it heals around the implant.
- The bone then grows round the implant to hold it firm. This takes about 3 months.
- You will then return to us for the building up of the implant with an extension to which the replacement teeth will be fixed either permanently (like a crown or bridge) or attached in a way which lets you remove them for cleaning (like a denture).
