Dental Implants Surrey

Dental implants are used to help replace missing teeth and help you smile, chew and eat again with absolute confidence.

To find out more about implants please download our free help guide opposite.

At Ringley Park Dental Practice in Surrey and Dental Implant Centre we have advanced training in implant skills and use implant techniques recognised for their innovation and reliability.

In simple terms, dental implants are titanium rods or screws that are fixed to the jawbone. An extension is then secured to the implant which provides the foundation for long term support of crowns, bridges or implant dentures. Sedation is available for total comfort during the treatment.

This well-established treatment is long lasting and safe, and has been shown to have success rates of more than 95% over a fifteen year period.

What are the stages to treatment with implants?

Usually the stages are as follows:

1. An initial assessment or consultation to assess suitability. This usually involves radiographs and impressions of the teeth.
2. Placement of the implant (titanium root) into the jaw, which is followed by some time for integration. During this time temporary teeth may be made so that the dental appearance is as good as possible.
3. A minor procedure to uncover the detntal implant and then to take an impression of its position in the mouth.
4. Fitting the new tooth and implant abutment onto the implant. Healing times vary from case to case and the long term success is the most important factor to be considered here.

Frequently Asked Implant Questions

Can implants improve dentures?

Implants and mini-implants have been shown to anchor dentures that are otherwise loose and unstable.

Do dental implants hurt?

The implants are placed with a small operation which is carried out using local anaesthetic. Sometimes we use dental sedation to help people relax. Usually there is some minor discomfort for the first few days after the surgery and normal painkillers are sufficient to cope with this.

Further details are in my free help guide...

How long do dental implants last?

This well-established treatment is long lasting and safe, and has been shown to have success rates of more than 95% over a fifteen year period.

What are the alternatives to dental implants?

Removable dentures can replace teeth, although these are not always very comfortable. Alternatively dental bridges can be made (e.g. Maryland Bridges, Rochette Bridges, Cantilever Bridges and Fixed Bridges) that need to be supported on adjacent teeth.

Further details are in our free help guide...

Are implants difficult to clean?

Cleaning around the teeth attached to implants is generally no more difficult than cleaning natural teeth. There may be some specific techniques that are more appropriate to each case and therefore spending some time with a dental hygienist is very important to ensure that you are doing this in the best possible way.

Do you need an implant for every missing tooth?

The answer to this question is not necessarily. If you are having a single tooth replaced then you need a single dental implant. However it is very common to use five or six implants to replace all the teeth in one jaw.

Further details are in our free help guide...

Is dental implant treatment affordable?

In the long term implants are usually a more cost effective option and a more comfortable option than leaving gaps or having removable dentures.

Where can I get implant treatment?

At Ringley Park Dental Practice in Reigate, Surrey we have been carrying out dental implant treatment for decades. We are a well known dental implant centre with a reputation that we are very proud of and we also receive many referrals from other dentists who trust our skills and techniques.

Further details are in our free help guide...