All about dental implants (teeth replacement)
A procedure with dental implants, known also as teeth replacement, involves that one or several missing teeth are replaced with dental implants that are fixed, look like and work like normal teeth. Today it is possible to permanently replace most lost teeth with this procedure.
A dental implant is in principle an artificial tooth root made of titanium that is operated into the jawbone where it grows into place. On this one then attaches a crown, bridge or prosthesis.
Dental implants have been used for 40 years. In the UK roughly 50.000 dental implants are operated into patients every year and are a much appreciated alternative to crowns, bridges and teeth prosthesis.
“To replace one or several lost teeth with dental implants is a fantastic treatment method that can recreate the look and chewing function and therefore provide a new quality of life for many patients.”
On this page you will find factual and enlightening information about teeth replacement. All information has been reviewed by Marlene Regnander Östergren registered dentist practicing at Thea Dental Care.
All you need to know about dental implants
- What dental implants are and how they work
- How the treatment is performed and what results can be expected from dental implants
- Information about risks and potential problems with teeth replacements
- Directory of those clinics that perform teeth replacement with dental implants
- Forum where you can discuss dental implants and ask and expert
Are you a suitable candidate for dental implants?
First and foremost one must be aware that dental implants even with NHS funding can cost anywhere between £800 – £3000 per implant. You can read more about this on the cost page for dental implants.
There is no upper age limit for when dental implants can be used, but there is a lowest. This is because the tooth bone needs to be fully developed which is normally around 17-18 years of age.
The most important success factor when using dental implants is that there is enough tooth bone to attach them to and that it is of good quality. If there is not enough tooth bone then one will first need to transplant bone from another place on the body.
There are few patients not suitable for permanent teeth replacement using dental implants. Individuals that eat certain medication or suffer from conditions that affect the bodies healing capacity are advised against implant procedures. The same goes for smokers and alcoholics.
