Dental Implant Frequently
Asked Questions

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made from biocompatible titanium, placed into the jawbone to provide a secure foundation for replacement teeth such as crowns, bridges, or dentures. Once integrated with the bone, they function much like natural tooth roots.

Many adults with missing teeth are suitable candidates. We assess your overall oral health, gum health, bone quantity and quality using CBCT imaging, medical history, and smoking habits. Even if you’ve previously been told you lack sufficient bone, procedures such as bone augmentation may still make treatment possible.

Costs vary depending on the number of implants needed and whether additional treatment such as bone augmentation is required. We’ll give you a clear, personalised estimate after your consultation, and flexible finance options are available to help spread the cost.

Dental implants can provide a long-term solution, though longevity varies according to the individual patient, oral health, maintenance, and other factors such as gum health and lifestyle habits.

This is one of the most common questions we’re asked. Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable implant treatment is. Modern techniques, careful planning, and CBCT imaging all help ensure the procedure is well tolerated, and sedation options are available for patients who feel particularly anxious.

Treatment times vary depending on the complexity of the case and whether additional procedures like bone augmentation are needed. A typical journey includes consultation and assessment, implant placement, a healing and integration period, and final restoration placement.

Long-term tooth loss often results in bone loss, but this doesn’t automatically rule out implant treatment. Many patients in this position still qualify through procedures such as bone augmentation, bone grafting, or more advanced implant planning.

Yes to both. A single implant can replace one missing tooth without affecting the healthy teeth either side. For multiple missing teeth, implants can support implant bridges, individual restorations, full-arch restorations, or implant-supported dentures, depending on your needs.

Dental implants are a well-established treatment supported by extensive clinical research. Outcomes depend on individual factors including oral health, bone condition, smoking, maintenance and oral hygiene.

Dental implants may help support jawbone density by transferring chewing forces into the bone in a way that resembles natural tooth roots. This can help support facial structure for some patients, although individual results vary.

Much like caring for natural teeth: brushing twice daily, cleaning between teeth and implants, attending routine hygiene appointments, and following any professional advice specific to your case.