In general, a single tooth implant where the patient has good bone quality, the entire treatment can be completed over 5-6 months and requires 4-5 appointments.

Here is a more detailed description of what would happen at each of your appointments for dental implants :

Appointment 1: To determine the appropriate site for the dental implant placement, our dental implant specialists will take x-rays. CT scans can also be prescribed in order to have a better view of the bone where the implant needs to be placed. Impressions of your teeth can also be taken and then so that the dental laboratory can create a customized dental implant restoration. Many dental implant specialists fabricate surgical guides to simplify the placement of the dental implants.

Appointment 2: Our Periodontist, who is the specialist of the bone and gums, places the implant at the site of the missing tooth. The area is made numb and the gum lifted open. Once the dental implant is secured, the gum tissue is sutured back over the dental implant.

Appointment 3: In cases where stitches are required, they will be removed 7 to 10 days later. The area is then left undisturbed for three to six months to allow it to osseointegrate with the bone. If the dental implant is in a visible area of the mouth, a temporary will be fabricated to replace the missing tooth.

Appointment 4: Once the dental implant has been completely integrated with the bone, an impression is taken and sent to the lab to have an implant crown fabricated. Our Specialist uses her cosmetic dental expertise to create the permanent tooth replacement.

Appointment 5: The final implant crown and connectors are attached to the implant root and the dental implant treatment is complete. The crown is adjusted in your mouth so that it feels like your old missing tooth.

Dental implants look and feel like natural teeth. Even the best dental bridges and dentures cannot compare to the look and feel of properly done dental implants. Dental implants are also permanently fixed. If you are looking for the best possible appearance, function and feel, then undertaking dental implant treatment is your best solution.

Our dental implant procedures at The Dental Implant Institute are precisely planned. We usually place dental implants using local anaesthetic. Of course, if you’d prefer, we have a seditionist who can sedate you during the implant treatment to make it a relaxed experience.

The CBCT scan lets us know in advance of dental implant treatment if you don’t have the necessary height and width of bone. In this case, we can augment the bone using a bone graft, which can be done before or at the same time as your cosmetic teeth implant surgery.

Published clinical research shows that implant supported restorations have been successful for over 30 years with success rates now reaching over 95%.

Dental implants are designed to be permanent but there are many factors that contribute to their longevity. Home care and regular visits to the dentist or specialist are probably the most critical aspects. However, smoking, grinding of the teeth, or too much pressure on the implants can alter their success.

By comparison, research shows that the typical tooth supported bridge lasts from 7-10 years and that partials and complete dentures last an average of only 5 years.

Our dental implant procedures at The Dental Implant Institute are precisely planned. We usually place dental implants using local anaesthetic. Of course, if you’d prefer, we have a seditionist who can sedate you during the implant treatment to make it a relaxed experience.

Yes, in scenarios where multiple teeth are missing consecutively or throughout the mouth, it is quite common to strategically place multiple implants during a single surgical session. This approach not only streamlines the patient’s surgical experience but also mitigates cumulative recovery durations. The simultaneous placement of multiple implants necessitates an exhaustive pre-operative assessment and planning phase to safeguard optimal spatial distribution, aesthetic congruence, and biomechanical harmony across the dental arch.

Bone quality plays a quintessential role in anchoring dental implants securely, thereby profoundly influencing the long-term success and stability of multiple tooth implants. Adequate bone density and volume are paramount to ensure optimal osseointegration, where the bone fuses with the implant, creating a sturdy foundation for the prosthetic teeth. Insufficient bone quality or volume might necessitate adjunctive procedures like bone grafting or sinus lifts to fortify the bone substrate prior to implant placement, ensuring sustainable support for the multiple implants.

While dental implants generally boast a high success rate, potential complications, especially in the context of multiple tooth implants, may encompass implant failure, infection, damage to surrounding structures, and prosthetic complications. A harmonious bite (occlusion) and uniform load distribution are crucial to avoid undue stress on the implants, making accurate placement and prosthetic design pivotal. Regular follow-ups and meticulous oral hygiene are pivotal to monitor implant health, manage any emerging issues promptly, and circumvent complications.

Once fully integrated and restored, multiple tooth implants will not only restore your ability to eat a wide array of foods but also ensure that your speech remains unimpeded. During the initial recovery and adaptation phase, minor modifications in speech or masticatory patterns might be perceived, however, with acclimatization and potential guidance from your dental team, these nuances typically resolve, conferring a functional and aesthetic restoration that harmoniously integrates with your oral milieu.

We provide dental treatments to patients across the whole of London and have provided specialist dental Implant treatments to patients in areas such as: Aldgate, Bow, Barnet, Camden, Chelsea, Clapham, Clapton, Croydon, Dalston, Deptford, Dulwich, Ealing, Fulham, Hackney, Hammersmith, Hanwell, Hendon, Highbury, Highgate, Isle of Dogs, Islington, Mile End, Millwall, New Cross, Plaistow, Poplar, Shoreditch, Stepney, Streatham, Sutton, Totteridge, Tower Hill, Twickenham, Watford, Whetstone, White Chapel and Wimbledon.