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Dental implants
Serving patients throughout Guildford, Farnham, Aldershot, Godalming and Woking
Dental implant treatment has the power to transform your life. Whether you're replacing a single tooth or restoring a full smile, dental implants provide a permanent solution for secure, natural-feeling teeth, giving you back both your smile and your quality of life.
In addition to recreating the look of natural teeth, implants play a crucial role in preserving your overall dental health. Replacing missing teeth is essential, as gaps can lead to bone loss, which not only ages your face but can also cause adjacent teeth to become loose over time.
At Guildford Dental Centre we can assist with all implant cases, from the simplest to the most complex. Our patients have the peace of mind that they can access progressive technology and benefit from a wealth of experience from our implant dentist, Dr Jonathan Tan or Dr Chhavi Sharma .
What is a dental implant?
Dental implants are a surgical procedure where an artificial replacement for a tooth root is used which is made from titanium. After the dental implant is placed there is a healing period of 3-6 months, once this has been completed the final restoration is placed. The replacement teeth are usually fitted with a dental crown, bridge or a implant supported denture. These replacement teeth are carefully crafted to ensure they match your natural tooth, leaving you with a beautiful, natural looking smile.
Types of implants
- Single implant – implants can be used to replaces a single tooth, restoring your smile with a single implant and crown.
- Multiple implants – if you have a gap from a few missing teeth, dental implants can be placed to securely fix a dental bridge in place.
- Full smile restorations – If you are missing a full arch of teeth, or the full set, 4 to 8 implants can be placed to securely attach a denture. Anchoring dentures on dental implants ensure that they do not slip and are comfortable.
Why choose dental implants?
Crowns, bridges and dentures address the short-term cosmetic problem of missing teeth but do nothing to stop bone loss. Crown and bridge dentistry also requires grinding down healthy teeth leaving them at much greater risk for cavities and tooth failure. Dentures become uncomfortable and unstable over time as the jawbone shrinks causing eating and speech problems.
With dental implants, replacement teeth are securely anchored without compromising any neighbouring healthy teeth. Dental implants, like natural teeth, stimulate the jaw and stop bone loss.
The benefits of implants
- Implants look and feel just like natural teeth – you shouldn’t notice any difference.
- Implants provide permanent stability and comfort without affecting healthy teeth.
- Implants won’t come loose or fall out.
- Implants can last for many years if you maintain good oral hygiene.
- Implants prevent ageing bone loss, by stimulating your bone structure and stabilising the surrounding teeth.
Are you suitable for treatment?
Patients must have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support dental implants. At your initial consultation Dr Jonathan Tan or Dr Chhavi Sharma will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further and discuss your treatment options.
Some patients may need to see a hygienist for a course of treatment to ensure their gums are strong and healthy before the dental implant process can begin. Dr Jonathan or Dr Chhavi will also check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully at this initial consultation. If there is insufficient bone you may need to need pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts.
Book a consultation with Dr Jonathan or Dr Chhavi today to find out more about how dental implants could change your life!
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Dr Chhavi Sharma
Dentist - with special interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry
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