A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. A small titanium post is placed in the jawbone, which acts as a foundation for a crown, bridge or denture that looks and works like a natural tooth. Titanium is a highly biocompatible material, so the bone bonds well with it.
The parts of an implant
- The implant: a titanium post placed in the upper or lower jaw.
- The abutment: the connector screwed onto the implant. It can be titanium, gold or porcelain.
- The restoration: the crown, bridge or denture that sits on top and matches your other teeth.
Options we offer
- Single tooth replacement: one implant and one crown, without cutting into the neighbouring teeth.
- Implant-supported bridges: for three or more missing teeth. Fewer implants are needed than for individual replacements, and the adjacent teeth are left untouched.
- Full-mouth fixed implants: a fixed set of teeth supported by implants, for patients who have lost all their teeth.
- Implant-supported overdentures: a denture that clips or snaps onto implants, giving far more stability than a standard denture.
Caring for implants
Implants need the same daily care as natural teeth, plus regular check-ups. With good care they can last for many years.