We are delighted to offer clients dental implants, one of the most exciting treatments around! Dental implants provide a long-term solution for missing teeth and they have a wealth of benefits.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are small dental appliances, which are made from titanium and shaped like screws. They are implanted into small sockets in the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. Titanium implants are able to integrate into the bone tissue without causing any damage to the gums or the jaw bone.

The integration process is known as osseointegration and it takes several months; once this process is complete, an abutment is attached to the implant and a new restoration can be fitted.

Why are dental implants beneficial for patients with missing teeth?

Missing teeth can cause problems for your oral health, the function of your mouth and the look of your smile and we recommend considering treatment to replace missing teeth. Dental implants restore your ability to eat and speak properly and they also enhance the look of your smile, which has positive implications for your confidence.

Dental implants, once attached to a new restoration, work in exactly the same way as a natural tooth and the level of functionality is the same. Dental implants also last for a very long time and they help to reduce bone loss; the implants do not affect the surrounding teeth or gum tissue and they are easy to maintain and look after.

Dental implants are a very versatile treatment, which can be used to replace any number of teeth, from a single missing tooth, using a crown, to an entire arch, using a denture. Dental implants can also be attached to a dental bridge.

If you have missing teeth and you would like to find out more about dental implants, call us today at Harley Street Dental Studio in the very heart of London!