An implant is a titanium post placed in the jaw that holds a crown. It looks and works like a natural tooth. The price depends on bone, position and the crown you choose, so we quote after a consultation and a 3D scan.
What happens at the appointment
- Consultation and 3D scan
- Implant placement
- Healing period
- Crown fitted
You get a written plan and the price before any treatment starts. If you have questions, phone the practice and ask for the implant team.
- Usually right when
- A missing tooth, or a denture you are tired of
- A tooth that cannot be saved
- We would say so if
- Uncontrolled gum disease or heavy smoking until managed
- Under 18
- Quoted at consultation includes
- 3D scan and plan
- Titanium implant and porcelain crown
- All reviews for a year
- A written price before anything starts
What happens
- 1.
Visit 1
Scan, plan and price in writing.
- 2.
Placement
About an hour under local anaesthetic. Home the same day.
- 3.
Month 3 to 4
Implant heals into the bone. Crown fitted.
Honestly, what can go wrong
- Early failure to integrate, about 1 in 50; replaced without charge
- Bruising and swelling for a few days
Also: Examination, Hygiene visit, White fillings, Teeth whitening.