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Dental implants

The most natural way to replace a missing tooth: a small titanium post that bonds with your jaw bone, topped with a crown that looks and works like your own tooth.

Surgery
About 1–2 hours
Anaesthesia
Local
Back to daily life
Usually the next day
Healing before the crown
Typically 3–6 months

Replacing teeth

What it is

An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. It is placed in the jaw bone, where, over the following months, the bone grows onto its surface and anchors it firmly — a process called osseointegration. Once healed, an abutment and a custom crown are attached. The result doesn't rely on neighbouring teeth, so they don't need to be filed down as they would for a bridge.

If a tooth was lost a long time ago, the bone may have shrunk. In that case it can be rebuilt with a bone graft before or during implant placement. In the upper back jaw, where the sinus sits close to the bone, a sinus lift gently raises the sinus floor to make room. We use implants with precise conical connections, which reduce the risk of bacterial contamination, and hydrophilic surfaces that support a strong bond with the bone.

Suitable for

  • Adults with one or more missing teeth
  • People who want an alternative to a bridge or removable denture
  • Healthy gums, or gum disease treated first
  • Enough jaw bone, or bone that can be rebuilt

Dental implants

How it's done

  1. 01

    Examination and planning

    We examine your mouth and take X-rays to measure the bone, then plan the implant's position, size and timing.

  2. 02

    Implant placement

    Under local anaesthesia, the gum is opened, the implant is placed in the bone and the gum is closed with a few stitches.

  3. 03

    Healing

    Over typically three to six months the bone bonds to the implant. You may wear a temporary tooth in the meantime.

  4. 04

    Abutment and crown

    The abutment is attached and a crown, shaded to match your teeth, is fitted on top.

Inside an implant

A new tooth, built from the root up.

  1. 01 / 05Jaw boneWe first check there's enough bone. If not, a bone graft or sinus lift can rebuild it.
  2. 02 / 05ImplantA small titanium post replaces the root. Its hydrophilic surface helps bone grow onto it.
  3. 03 / 05Conical connectionA precise, tight fit between parts that reduces the risk of bacteria getting in.
  4. 04 / 05AbutmentThe connector that rises through the gum and holds the new tooth in place.
  5. 05 / 05CrownA ceramic tooth shaped and shaded to match your own.

Implant treatment

From first visit to final crown.

  1. Visit 1

    Planning

    Examination and X-rays to check the bone. If there isn't enough, it can be rebuilt first.

  2. Day of surgery

    Implant placed

    Under local anaesthesia, the implant is placed in the jaw. Most people return to normal life the next day.

  3. ~3–6 months

    Bone heals

    The bone grows onto the implant's surface and anchors it firmly. Your dentist may fit a temporary tooth.

  4. Final visit

    New tooth

    The abutment and a crown made to match your other teeth are fitted. You bite, chew and smile as before.

Dental implants

Aftercare

Every treatment starts with a consultation. The information here is general — your dentist will tell you what applies to you.

  • Expect mild swelling and soreness for a few days; cold compresses and painkillers help
  • Eat soft foods and chew on the other side for the first days
  • Don't smoke — it slows healing and raises the risk of failure
  • Rinse gently as instructed and keep the area clean
  • Brush and clean between teeth around the implant every day
  • Come for regular check-ups so we can keep the gum and bone healthy

Questions

Questions, answered.

  • The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, so you feel pressure but not pain. Afterwards most people describe soreness similar to a tooth extraction, which usually settles within a few days.

  • With good hygiene and regular check-ups, an implant can last for many years, often decades. The crown on top may need replacing after around 15 years of wear.

  • Most adults can. Uncontrolled diabetes, heavy smoking, untreated gum disease or very little bone can make it harder; we'll assess this at your consultation and tell you honestly.

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