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What is a dental implant?
Replacing lost teeth with fixed and secure implants does wonders to eating ability, feelings of security and confidence.
Our aim is to keep your own teeth wherever practicable but where teeth have been lost or loss is the option of choice we can provide he most natural alternative for replacement through dental implant therapy.
This involves the placement of small titanium inserts (artificial tooth roots) placed into bone onto which fixed natural feeling teeth can be attached. They involve some minor surgery but this is found to be easily managed by the majority of patients.
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When are dental implants used?
Dental implants are highly effective when a tooth or teeth have been lost. Implants are a great solution because they can:
- Replace a single tooth – by eliminating the need to damage healthy neighbouring teeth for a bridge.
- Replace several teeth – by supporting individual crowns or bridges, without support from neighbouring healthy teeth.
- Replace all teeth – by looking and functioning like natural teeth, implant-supported dentures and full bridges are designed to be stable at all times, without the need for denture adhesives.
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What are the benefits of implants to me?
Replacement teeth which are supported by implants look, feel and function like natural teeth. This means you can eat and drink whatever you are used to. More importantly, dental implants often improve your quality of life by increasing your confidence. People who are embarrassed or concerned by tooth problems can be astonished by the ways implant-supported permanent teeth improve their self-esteem.
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Will I need one implant for each missing tooth?
No, only if a single tooth is being replaced. Usually 6 implants in the lower jaw will support 10-12 teeth. In the upper jaw, 8 implants will support the same amount of teeth. Where a few teeth are missing, 2 or 3 implants are enough.
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Can anyone have implants?
There are very few cases where implants are not suitable. Some patients may not have enough bone to place the implants, though even this can be rectified. Dental implants are ideal for anyone missing one or more teeth due to injury, disease or decay. Age is definitely not a factor, although it is inadvisable for implants to be used where the patient is still growing. Following a careful evaluation of your dental and health history, Campbell and Peace will advise you if dental implants are appropriate for you.
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What if I smoke?
Smokers are more likely to develop problems with dental implants, as smoking has a significant effect on the progression of periodontal (gum) disease, which in turn has a detrimental effect on both implants and teeth.
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How successful are implants?
The placement of implants has very high success rates. Ongoing research reports a 95% survival rate for individual implants and higher rates for implant-supported bridges. At Campbell and Peace we place over 1000 implants each year and enjoy success rates of 97% over the last 5 years.
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What is the procedure for a dental implant?
The first thing that happens is that you will have a detailed consultation with Campbell and Peace. They will explain the whole process and show you examples of how implants work. You will be given an idea of dentistry costs and the time it will take. If you decide to have treatment, you will then return for preplanning, where we will discuss our treatment plans with you. We will provide a written report and an estimate of the timescale and cost of treatment.
The next stage is the positioning of the implant. This is a simple, gentle and relatively minor surgical procedure to place the implant into the bone. This phase is normally carried out under local anaesthetic. Intravenous sedation is available, and is often used to help those who are anxious or for those having extensive treatment. The implant is then left to heal for 3-12 weeks. We recommend this period of healing to enable the implant to fully integrate before loading, which dramatically reduces the risk of failure. A temporary prosthesis is used while the implants are integrated.
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What happens after the implant has been positioned?
After healing has taken place, the restorative phase is performed. The implant is uncovered, impressions are taken and the final restoration is fitted. More complex treatment may require that several of these phases take place at the same time.
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How long does it take?
The whole process may take just a few weeks or, for complex dental reconstructions, up to 18 months. The actual procedure depends on several factors, such as your dental health, the number of teeth involved and which teeth are being replaced. These factors will also determine the total number of visits throughout the treatment period.
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Will I have to go into hospital?
For complex procedures, we might admit patients to a local private hospital with appropriate facilities for in-patient treatment under general anaesthetic.
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Does the treatment hurt?
This is a surgical procedure and a little discomfort can be expected for a few days after the surgery. Usually, this is easily managed with everyday painkillers. You will have some stitches, which are usually dissolvable. Most patients say they had less pain than they expected.
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How much does treatment cost?
So that you know exactly where you stand, we provide a written estimate following a thorough diagnostic examination. A number of factors influence the amount of the treatment fees. These include the number of implants needed to support your replacement teeth and the number of teeth being replaced. In addition, some extra procedures may be required to ensure permanent success.
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Are dental implants easy to look after?
Compared to dentures, implants are easy to look after. Implant-retained replacement teeth are just like your natural teeth. They should be cared for and checked regularly. Implants are susceptible to periodontal (gum) disease, just like your natural teeth. You will need to see the hygienist regularly, and maintain your own oral hygiene to a high standard, again just like your natural teeth.
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