Dental implants are usually artificial titanium stubs that are fitted into an individual’s jaw onto which an artificial tooth is affixed. Dental implants are a replacement for a lost tooth which might have been lost through decay or an accident.
Implants are used for an individual tooth, mainly because they are not linked to adjacent teeth.

If you have lost your tooth, implants can prove quite effective in helping you regain your original smile. Furthermore, with the help of dental implants, you will not experience any sort of trouble with regards to biting and chewing food and other people will not be able to differentiate between the fake tooth and the original teeth.

There are basically three main types of dental implants: sub-periosteal implants, endosteal implants and false bone substitute implants. False bone substitute implants make use of calcium substitute to fit precisely over your jaw bone.

Endosteal implants are usually fixed into an individual’s jaw. Sub-periosteal implants can be considered specialised implants that are usually preferred for elderly people who cannot wear dentures. These implants are directly fixed over an individual’s jaw bone, rather than into it.

Dental implant surgery should be carried out by a suitably trained implant dentist who can work with your cosmetic dentist to help you to attain a perfect set of teeth, allowing you to get your smile back

A Prosthodontist will treat patients who may have missing, worn out or decayed and eroded teeth or they may have poorly fitting false teeth, facial pain or advanced gum disease.

You may end up visiting a Prosthodontist as a result of referral from your dentist and probably due to the complex and precise nature of the dental treatment you will require.

Your Prosthodontist will work closely alongside your dentist and dental hygienist (as well as any other dental professionals you may need to see e.g.; dental technicians) to manage your dental case and meet your dental needs and restore you to good oral health and function.

Some of the treatment options a Prosthodontist may offer for replacing missing teeth are outlined below:

Dentures (or false teeth) which can be either  partial and therefore used to replace a few missing teeth or full/complete and therefore used to replace a full set of teeth. Dentures are removable.

Dental crowns (often also known as caps) are utilised to repair badly broken or decayed teeth. They are often made from porcelain but can also come in a variety of other materials such as gold. A crown is fitted like a cover over a tooth surface to both repair and protect it from damage and also to restore function and aesthetics to the affected tooth or teeth. Crowns are often utilised in smile makeovers to change the shape, size, colour, appearance and/or orientation of teeth. They are also a useful dental treatment option alongside a bridge or partial denture to provide support and stability to the tooth or teeth being restored.

A Dental Bridge is an appliance used to replace one or more missing teeth by permanently attaching a ‘fixture’ to one or more of your existing teeth. Dental Bridges come in a variety of materials for improved aesthetics. They are usually fixed and cannot be removed by the patient.

For more information on Prosthodontics and Specialist Dental treatments call 01332 675000 or 01332 280557 today

Laser teeth whitening or Tray based Bleaching:

• Affordable
• Good for discoloured, stained or yellowing teeth
• Results are usually visible almost immediately

Dental Implants:

• Good long term solution for missing teeth and gaps
• Look and feel like real teeth
• Strong and durable
• More desirable option than dentures for missing teeth

Porcelain Dental Veneers or Laminate Veneers:

• Good for changing shape, size and colour of teeth
• Useful for closing small gaps between teeth
• Often used in smile makeovers to create a new smile

Cosmetic Bonding

• Good for repairing cracks and chips in teeth
• Affordable
• Results are visible immediately

Crown Lengthening

• Used to treat and re-sculpt gummy smiles or an uneven gum line
• Affordable
• Often used in smile makeovers alongside the provision of veneers and crowns

For more information on teeth whitening, dental implants, veneers and a range of cosmetic dentistry treatments to help change your teeth and smile, call 01332 280557 or 01332 675000

Nobody wants to display chipped, crooked teeth or discoloured teeth or a not so beautiful smile these days.

If you have missing teeth, there are so many more options to replace them other than a denture and one of the most advanced and permanent solutions is a dental implant.

There are different types of implants that people can opt for, but regardless of the type of dental implant you have, it is extremely important to take proper care of them.

Below are a few simple guidelines and points related to dental implants:

• They require care and attention like you would for your normal teeth and this means regular brushing, flossing, cleaning and checkups at the dentist.

• The toothbrush you use is very important: Use a special interdental brush or a small sized toothbrush as these are perfect for cleaning the abutments of your implants.

• It is also important to known which foods to avoid and which are healthy. Just as with your natural teeth, foods with too much sugar are not recommended on a regular basis as they can lead to the development of acids which can damage your gums and teeth and also your implants.

It is vital that you develop good oral hygiene habits and a maintenance routine at home and with your dentist.Good maintenance is vitally important as this will prolong the lifespan of your dental implants.

Below are the answers to some of your questions about dental implants:

What Is A Dental Implant?

A metal (usually titanium) rod inserted into the bone in your jaw in order to secure the replacement artificial tooth in place.

Can Anyone Have A Dental Implant?

You need to have sufficient oral bone density to securely hold the implant in place. Often, your implant dentist will carry out an X ray to check your jawbone and your other mouth and tooth structure to get an accurate picture of your mouth and your teeth.

Do I Need A General Anaesthetic?

Not usually-dental implant surgery can be carried by an implant dentist using local anaesthetic in the dental surgery without having to go into hospital or be asleep for the treatment procedure. For very nervous dental patients, sedation is also an option.

What Happens During and After Implant Surgery?

The Implant dentist cuts into the gum into which a hole is drilled into the jawbone for the placement of the implant. Once the implant has been placed, the gum and mouth needs time to heal over, which can take several months. When the implant has stabilised and the mouth and gum has healed, the artificial tooth is positioned onto the implant either permanently or semi-permanently to allow for removal and cleaning.

What are the Likely Side-effects and Complications?

Side-effects are usually temporary and may include some pain, discomfort or swelling around the region where the implant has been placed, which is normal and to be expected.

Complications which may arise will be influenced by various factors such as your overall general and oral health and the type of procedure you may have undergone.

Complications can include infection, excessive bleeding or an unexpected reaction to the anaesthetic. Your implant dentist may recommend antibiotics or an antiseptic mouthwash to minimise the risk of infection of your dental implant.

Dental implants in Derby are available at Oakwood Dental Centre and The Cosmetic White Smiles Clinic.

Losing teeth, especially when you are an adult, can be very discomforting and can cause confidence issues in some cases. Dental implants can successfully help you to regain a full set of teeth, ensuring that you have that perfect smile once again. But you must ensure that you approach a professional dental surgeon to ensure the best results.

Dental implants are artificially made teeth, which replace your natural teeth. The implant is anchored into a drilled socket in your jaw-bone. The implant is made of titanium which can integrate easily with the surrounding bone tissue. Once completed, the implants can take some time to heal, so it is vital that you listen to your dentist’s instructions on how to take care of the dental implant after the procedure.

Dental implants are a great way to replace your missing teeth and the success rate of dental implant surgery is very high. So if you are looking for a solution to regain a full set of natural looking teeth, they may offer you the perfect solution.

Dental implants are artificially manufactured, natural looking teeth which are fitted permanently into your jawbone to replace missing teeth. Dental implants resemble natural teeth so much that it can often be impossible to distinguish between a dental implant and a natural tooth, even for the individual with the dental implant.

The procedure for obtaining a dental implant requires the consultation of an implant specialist. The procedure requires a small connecting screw or metal rod to be fixed to your jaw. Once this is integrated and fixed, the dental implant is fixed to the metal connecter. The dental implant can be either permanently fixed or removable, depending on your choices.

A dental implant should last for many years with good aftercare.
It should not only restore proper chewing and a healthy looking set of teeth but also address any speech problems you may have experienced.
A good after care regimen of flossing and proper cleaning should be followed after a dental implant has been fitted.

Dental implants are one of the most widely requested options today. These are titanium substitutes for missing teeth but they look and function like real teeth and are very durable and hard wearing.
For people who are considering replacing their missing teeth with the provision of  implants, the procedure entails the following stages:

Talking to your dentist
Your dentist will assess your dental condition carefully before you receive any implants and make sure you are a suitable candidate and have sufficiently good bone density in your jaw to support them.
It is important to get advice from a dentist who deals in dental implants as it does require additional and further dental training.

Inserting the dental implants
The implant is placed into the socket of your tooth where it is drilled into place to meet the bone in your jaw. This is important because the implant needs to be held in place and stabilised by surrounding bone which will grow and integrate around the implant. Implants are usually made of titanium because this material merges well into the jawbones.

Healing
Once the dental implant has been placed, it is essential to allow time for the bone to grow around and merge with the implant to stabilise it in your jawbone- this can take many months.

Placing the post
Once the jawbone has merged with the implant, a post can be attached to hold the new artificial tooth or crown in place.

Crown placement
The gums will require healing time after the post has been positioned.When they have completely healed, an impression of the tooth can be taken by the dentist. The impression allows the dentist to make a new crown to be placed on the post.

Dental Implants should be looked after like normal teeth,which means you need to maintain regular dental check-ups and carry out daily brushing and flossing.

Providing you look after your teeth and gums and your bone support remains good, your dental implants should last for many years to come.

A dental implant is essentially a surgical substitute for a natural tooth. They are
commonly ‘cylindrical’ in shape and are inserted into a tooth socket to
replace a missing tooth. Dental Implants in use today are made from surgically pure
titanium which is well tolerated by patients and also integrates easily into bone without being rejected.

A dental assessment is essential in order to check whether you can have a dental
implant. You also need to have enough bone levels present in your jaw for this procedure.
It is possible to have more than one dental implant if your cosmetic dentist recommends that you are a suitable candidate.

The insertion of a dental implant takes place in two stages. First, a metal connector needs to be inserted into your jaw. Following this, a natural looking tooth, which is created from a dental imprint, is fixed to the metal connector.

Once the dental implant is fixed, it is essential to follow good oral hygiene by brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing them regularly, as you would with your normal teeth.
Visiting your cosmetic dentist for regular follow up appointments is a must, as it helps in avoiding any potential long-term complications.

Replacing missing teeth with dental implants is a growing trend and increasing in popularity amongst patients today.

It helps in achieving a beautiful smile without the need for dentures or bridgework. Dental implants also look and feel just like your real teeth and this makes them a dental treatment which many people choose as a good long term solution to get back their beautiful smile.

As a treatment choice over dentures, dental implants provide several advantages such as greater stability and permanence, improved speech and a restoration of oral function such as eating and drinking. The permanence of dental implants eliminates the worry of wearing and removing them time and again, unlike dentures which often require messy adhesives and daily cleaning and maintenance.

Oral functions that are often taken for granted with natural teeth can be restored to an individual who may have had to live with missing teeth and compromised function. The consumption of food and drink is also improved often leading to a better quality of life.

One of the other benefits of dental implants is that they can help restore self belief and self esteem. Many people may become withdrawn and avoid smiling, talking and socialising due to missing teeth, but a dental implant can help restore confidence by providing a good substitute for natural looking teeth.

Once a dental implants has integrated, they look, feel and function very much like normal teeth.

A dental assessment with an implant specialist is recommended before deciding whether an implant could be the treatment option to suit you.