Who can have dental implants?

On average a crown may last for 10-15 years, though any crown may last less or longer than average. During the time the crown is in your mouth it may chip, stain around the edges, and lose lustre.

Generally implants last quite a long time, but there will be complications and maintenance required. Implants are prone to gum disease, bone loss, and other problems that need to be tended to by one of our team.

A dental implant is a device used to replace missing teeth. The implant itself is made of titanium or sometimes ceramic and is threaded into the jaw bone, and is hidden under the gum. There are usually two further parts connected to the implant - the false tooth or teeth, which can be made in many different ways, and the part that connects the the false tooth/teeth to the implant (or implants). If you need further information please contact the practice.

With good care, implants last 15 years or more—often a lifetime.

It’s carried out under local anaesthetic or sedation; most patients report only mild soreness.

A protective cap that covers and restores a damaged or weak tooth.