Some Basic Implant Information Biocare

The following pages will provide you with  information about the more advanced dental implant and  cosmetic solutions that we provide for our patients.

Whatever your dental problems or concerns; no matter how severe they may seem, we will be able to advise you regarding the most appropriate treatment options for you to consider.

To arrange an Implant or Cosmetic Consultation please call us  now. We look forward to receiving your call.
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What are they?

Implants are one way of replacing missing teeth.

A post is placed into the jaw bone to support a replacement tooth. This acts like a natural tooth root. When the jaw has healed, a new tooth (or teeth) are attached to the implant.

Implants can also be used to support fixed bridges or dentures, thereby replacing many or all of the patients teeth.

Implant treatment usually involves two stages. firstly the implant is placed in the jaw. then, when the jaw has healed, replacement teeth are attached to the implant.

What will my dentist do?

If you are interested in receiving this form of treatment, you will be assessed by Dr. Beard, who will discuss your treatment options and the associated costs with you in detail.

If you and your dentist decide that implants will be right for you, this is the usual procedure:

  • The implant(s) is/are placed into holes in the jaw using a local anaesthetic. You can choose to be sedated for this part of the procedure if you wish.
  • The implant is pushed or screwed in, and the gum is allowed to heal around or over the implant.
  • The bone then grows around the implant over the next few months, and it becomes firmly integrated producing a very secure fixture.

Types of implant

Implants usually have two sections - the post in the jaw, and the extension which is fitted later, when the post is secure.

You may have more than one implant. this depends on the number of teeth to be replaced, and the type of extension to be fitted onto the implant(s).

The replacement teeth may be fitted permanently to the implant like a crown or bridge, or they may be removable for cleaning like a denture.

     Advantages of implants

  • Allow replacement of individual teeth without any drilling of adjacent healthy natural teeth. in many cases this is the ideal method for replacing missing teeth at the front of the mouth.
  • Excellent cosmetic results are possible.
  • Can be a permanent fixture, removing the need to wear an uncomfortable denture.
  • Create an exceptionally secure and reliable fixture on which to construct ‘new teeth’, so you can eat and smile with total confidence.
  • Implants permit very firm stabilisation of even the largest of dentures:- some people just cannot adjust to wearing full dentures, particularly in the lower jaw. Implants can resolve this problem.