Dental implants can be a valuable adjunct to many other dental treatments.

We will provide a detailed evaluation and complete comprehensive dental assessment to decipher the best and most appropriate treatment for you.

STEP 1: Consultation & examination

The first stage involves fully understanding your exact needs. We do this by way of consultation. We want to understand your preferences and what you are trying to achieve with this type of dentistry.

Then, we carry out a highly detailed examination of your teeth, gums, smile and general mouth. Implant treatment first entails getting a complete medical history which is very important before commencing surgical procedures like dental implants.

We want to be prepared in case of any medical complications that may become a contraindication to implant treatment. These days as long as your medical condition is stabilised and under control, there are not many cases that we cannot treat. Regardless, we must understand your entire medical situation to provide the best care possible.

We may also need to take some other records such as photographs and radiographs (X-rays) to help evaluate the condition of your teeth and mouth. We will also need a CBCT scan in most cases – this provides us with 3D images of your jawbone. We need to evaluate the quantity and quality of your jawbone in the area we are considering dental implants.

We may choose also to take impressions of your mouth to construct study models so that we can assimilate your biting and chewing patterns on an articulator (an assimilator of your jaw joints).

We can then create a wax-up model that shows you what your teeth will look like after the treatment.

Each case is unique, and which records we take and at what stage depends on the individual patient. In most cases, we are working in close collaboration with your general dentist.

STEP 2: Implant Treatment Planning

Once we have a better understanding of your mouth, we will then discuss all the different choices and options you have available to you.

We specialise in customising your treatment plan to suit your specific requirements.

Over the last 50 years, improvements in innovations and technology of dental implants have meant that there are now numerous implant systems available in the market that all do small varying things.

Hence, this can create much confusion. Therefore, we choose the most appropriate method for you that exhibits the most optimal compatibility for your specific case.

Our Treatment planning looks at both your functional requirements (chewing ability) and your aesthetic needs. The design and placement of the particular implant system are based on what we are trying to achieve.

STEP 3: Implant Surgery – Placement of Implant(s)

In a straightforward case, this would be the stage in which we surgically place the implant in the jawbone. The dental implant procedure is dependent on the choice of the implant system.

After that, a “healing cap” is placed on top of the implant. The healing cap prevents the bone from migrating into the inside of the implant. Once the surgery is over, the gum is replaced over the implant and jawbone. We will then need to wait for approximately 3-6 months for healing to occur.

You may or may not be fitted with a temporary denture or bridge at this stage. Best healing occurs with no loading (chewing forces) in this site.

STEP 4: Restoring the dental implant

After healing has occurred and the dental implant has integrated with the jawbone (osseointegration), impressions are taken to start the process of restoring the implant so that you can regain your chewing ability and aesthetics. The process will be dependent upon the specific restoration and prosthesis of choice as per your Treatment Plan.

STEP 5: Review & Aftercare
Regular reviews are essential to maintain the health of your dental implant treatment. Routine hygiene appointments are also necessary to prevent any infection from affecting the treatment. More.

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Simple Dental Finance Plans

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We can help establish monthly payment plans.

We provide 0% finance for up to 24-month term plans. Many patients find our payment plan option very useful.

Terms over 24 months will be low-interest bearing.

If you would like to consider this option, we will need to carry out a few credit checks.

We can discuss payment plans at both the Hertfordshire & the London clinic

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Pain free

At The Perfect Smile, we understand that patients may be naturally nervous when thinking of undergoing dental implant surgery.

We want to reassure you that the dental implant treatment is not painful due to the proper use of local anaesthetics to numb the bone and gum deeply.

We can also use sedation techniques that also contribute to no pain or discomfort. More.

Treatment Planning

Single Dental Implant Timeline

Step 1: We will start the process with a highly detailed and thorough comprehensive examination and assessment. We will then construct a customised treatment plan and design your implant treatment.
Step 2: Your new implant(s) will be surgically placed in your mouth.
Step 3: We will assess your healing on this review appointment and make sure everything is going as planned.
Step 4: Records and impressions will be taken to construct the implant’s top part (post and crown).
Step 5: The final part of the implant (post and crown) will be fitted.
Step 6: This appointment allows you to have any further refining cosmetic enhancements or minor adjustments.

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Bone Grafts

Insufficient Bone

When a tooth is removed from the mouth, the surrounding bone that holds the tooth in place will diminish in height and width and volume. This may affect the immediate and final appearance of the gum tissue in this area and possibly the surrounding teeth.
The larger the width of bone or the height of the bone, the broader and longer implant can be. A broader and longer implant increases implant stability and thus success. We assess the bone height and width by taking digital radiographs or by taking a CT Scan. More.

Prices

Competitive Costs

The price of a dental implant can depend on whether any further treatments are needed to make sure your implant is a success.

Our inclusive single dental implant treatment costs £2995 and includes the abutment and crown. More.

FAQ

Will dental implants last a lifetime?

Once the implant has fused with your jawbone and tissues, the artificial titanium implant acts as an ordinary root. The longevity of your implant depends on how you improve and maintain your oral health. Read more.

Does a dental implant hurt?

When we place the implant, we make sure the procedure is pain-free. We offer a range of sedation and techniques suitable for nervous patients. You can find out more here.

How old do I have to be for a dental implant?

There isn’t an age limit for dental implants. However, it’s typically recommended that dental implants aren’t placed for those under 18 years old. Read on.

Is a dental implant treatment safe?

We also use extensive planning systems to make sure the implant treatment is a success. Find out more.

Are dental implants worth it?

A dental implant offers a wealth of oral health benefits. Not only can an implant improve your smile, but it can also realign neighbouring teeth, protect your mouth from gum disease etc. Read the benefits.

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Oral health benefits

When we implant a titanium implant into the jawbone, it becomes part of your oral foundation.

This offers a number of health benefits that include preventing any bone loss whilst supporting the jawbone structure and reduces the risk of gum disease. More.

Successful Dental Implants can last a lifetime.

“If treated correctly, dental implants can last from ten to twenty five years or more.”

Fast Process

Minimal Appointments. Unlike traditional dental implant surgery, you will need fewer appointments.
No Lengthy Treatment Time. The healing time is fast and effective, though individual to each person.

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Competitive Costs

How Much Do Dental Implants Cost? The price of a dental implant can depend on whether any further treatments are needed to make sure your implant is a success.

Our inclusive single dental implant treatment costs £2995 and includes the abutment and crown. More.

Minimal pain

Is the process painful? You can expect to feel some pain when having a new implant. However, with modern anaesthetics, the discomfort is kept to a minimum. Post-process, there can be some swelling and aching for 5 -10 days.

Many patients have multiple implants in a single day without undue pain or distress. More.

Natural-looking

Will my implants match the colour of my existing teeth? Implants are colour matched and then shaped to blend in with your existing teeth. To the naked eye an implant is very hard to spot.