REPLACING YOUR MISSING
TEETH

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and is made from surgical-grade titanium alloy or Zirconium oxide to exacting specifications.

Initially, the implant is placed into the jawbone either immediately after the loss of a tooth, or after an extended period of time. If there is insufficient bone, various bone enhancing procedures can be performed prior to the implant placement.

An abutment, which acts as a base for a prosthetic tooth replacement such as a crown, is inserted into the implant at the time of implant placement, or ubsequently after a period of healing (usually 4-6 months).
In the case of zirconium implants the implant and abutment is made as a one piece fixture.

In the past, dentists would try to keep or replace teeth with treatments such as root canals, bridges, and fixed or removable dentures.

Unfortunately, a significant number of root canal treated teeth fail, bridges require that healthy adjacent teeth be cut down and removable dentures can often be unstable and require the use of sticky adhesives.
Dental implants are a solution to these problems!

Average price is £1500.

For an implant consultation contact Elvetham Dental Care.