Implant Crowns and Bridges in Barnet
That Stand on Their Own
Implant crowns and bridges at Mona Lisa Smiles in Barnet replace one missing tooth, or several in a row, without relying on your healthy teeth for support. Each implant crown or implant bridge is planned by Dr Khosro Basirat, who holds a Master’s degree in Implantology. He uses 3D scans from the practice’s on-site CT scanner, and the restoration is then made in our own dental laboratory in New Barnet.
A traditional bridge is held in place by reshaping the teeth on either side of the gap. An implant-supported bridge or crown is fixed to dental implants placed in the jawbone instead. Neighbouring teeth stay untouched, and the new tooth or teeth have a secure foundation of their own. Because each implant sits where a natural root used to be, it also helps maintain the jawbone in that area.
What Is an Implant Crown? A Single Tooth Back on Its Own Root
An implant crown is a custom-made replacement tooth fixed to a dental implant, a small post placed in the jawbone where the tooth root used to be. At Mona Lisa Smiles in Barnet, the implant crown and abutment are fitted once the implant has fused with the bone. The abutment is the connector that joins the crown to the implant. Each crown is made in our own dental laboratory to match the shape and shade of your neighbouring teeth. Standard dental crowns cover a natural tooth, but an implant crown replaces the whole tooth. That makes it a common choice when a single tooth is missing and the teeth on either side are healthy.
What Is an Implant Bridge? Several Teeth, Fewer Implants
An implant-supported bridge replaces several missing teeth in a row. It is anchored to dental implants rather than relying on the teeth either side of the gap. At Mona Lisa Smiles in Barnet, a small number of implants can hold a bridge that spans several teeth, so you don’t need an implant for every tooth that is missing. Dr Basirat plans where each implant will sit using a 3D scan from our on-site CT scanner. An implant bridge is a common way to replace multiple missing teeth when two or more teeth next to each other are missing and you want a fixed option that doesn’t depend on your natural teeth.
Why Barnet Patients Choose Implant Crowns and Bridges
- Made to match: each crown or bridge is shaped and shaded in our own dental laboratory to blend in with your teeth
- Fixed, not removable: they are anchored to implants in the jawbone, so there is nothing to take out at night
- Healthy teeth left alone: there’s no need to reshape the teeth on either side of the gap
- Built for the long term: with good home care and regular hygiene visits, they can last for many years
- Easier chewing: they may help you bite and chew more comfortably than you can with a gap
- Jawbone support: they may help prevent bone loss where teeth are missing
Implant Crown vs Bridge: Which Suits Your Gap?
The main difference between a dental bridge and an implant is what holds the new tooth in place. A traditional bridge is fixed to the teeth on either side of the gap, which usually have to be reshaped, and it doesn’t replace the missing root. An implant crown or implant-supported bridge is anchored to implants in the jawbone instead. This leaves neighbouring teeth untouched and helps maintain the bone. At Mona Lisa Smiles in Barnet, Dr Basirat will explain which option suits your teeth, gums and bone at your consultation.
Scan, Plan, Make and Fit, All Under One Roof
Treatment for implant crowns and bridges at Mona Lisa Smiles starts with a consultation and a 3D scan on our on-site CT scanner. The scan lets Dr Basirat check your bone and plan where each implant will go. The implants are then placed in the jawbone and given time to fuse with the bone, a process called osseointegration. Finally, your crown or bridge is made in our own dental laboratory and fitted to complete the restoration, with no outside referrals or extra trips needed.
Spread the Cost of Your New Teeth
Implant crowns and bridges are a significant investment, so Mona Lisa Smiles offers flexible finance to help you spread the cost into smaller payments. Ask about the options at your consultation: book online or call 020 8449 3411.
Could an Implant Crown or Bridge Be Right for You?
- Missing teeth: you have one tooth, or several in a row, that you want to replace
- Healthy gums: or gum problems that can be treated first by our dental hygienists
- Enough jawbone: or you are suitable for bone augmentation, which is also available at Mona Lisa Smiles
- A fixed option: you’d prefer teeth that stay in place rather than a traditional removable denture
Why Patients Travel to New Barnet for Implant Crowns and Bridges
- Implant-focused expertise: every case is planned by Dr Basirat, who holds a Master’s degree in Implantology
- On-site CT scanner: 3D scans are taken at the practice, so you don’t need a referral elsewhere
- Our own dental laboratory: crowns and bridges are made in-house and fitted by the same team
- Flexible finance: spread the cost of treatment, with free parking close to the practice
Your Implant Crown and Bridge Questions, Answered
An implant crown replaces one missing tooth and sits on a single implant. An implant bridge replaces several missing teeth in a row and is usually held by two or more implants, so you don’t need one implant per tooth. At Mona Lisa Smiles in Barnet, Dr Basirat will recommend the right option for your gap after a 3D scan.
Implant crowns and bridges can last for many years with good care. Daily brushing, cleaning between your teeth, and regular check-ups and hygiene visits at Mona Lisa Smiles help keep the implants, gums and restoration healthy. How long yours lasts also depends on your oral health, your bite, and habits such as smoking or teeth grinding.
Yes, it is designed to. Each crown or bridge is made in our own dental laboratory at Mona Lisa Smiles, shaped and shade-matched to your neighbouring teeth so it blends in with your smile.
Yes. An implant bridge for front teeth can replace several missing teeth at the front of the mouth. Because these teeth are on show when you smile, Dr Basirat plans the implant positions using a 3D scan from our on-site CT scanner. Our lab then shapes the bridge to suit your smile. Whether it suits you depends on your bone and gums, which are checked at your consultation.
A screw-retained implant crown is fixed to the implant with a small screw rather than dental cement. This means it can be removed by your dentist if it ever needs adjusting or repairing. At Mona Lisa Smiles, Dr Basirat will explain which fixing method suits your case.
Call Mona Lisa Smiles on 020 8449 3411 as soon as possible. A loose implant crown can be caused by the screw or abutment working loose, and getting it checked promptly helps protect the implant. Until you’re seen, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. We offer emergency appointments whenever possible.
Ready to Fill the Gap? Book Your Consultation in Barnet
Book an implant crown or bridge consultation at Mona Lisa Smiles, 83 Station Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1PX, a short walk from New Barnet station and easy to reach from East Barnet Village, Cockfosters, Whetstone, Arkley, Finchley and Potters Bar.