What are dental implants?

Dental implants are tiny prosthetics which replace the root of the tooth. These titanium posts are inserted into your jawbone and act naturally as the bone fuses around them. A tooth coloured crown is then attached to act as a missing tooth solution. For more than one missing tooth, a dental bridge can be used to replace several missing teeth. Dental implants can even be used to replace a full set of missing teeth.

We have been placing implants for fifteen years and we continue to enjoy the reaction that our patients have when they realise they have regained their smile and their confidence. There are numerous benefits to dental implant treatment that cannot be found in other methods of tooth replacement.

A single tooth can be replaced without relying on support from and therefore compromising the surrounding teeth. This facilitates the preservation of natural tooth structure for long term oral health.

Implants may be used as support to a dental bridge aimed at replacing multiple missing teeth. Denture support can be obtained with the placement of as few as four dental implants.

Implants act in the same manner as natural tooth roots, providing benefits both above and below the gums. One of the primary concerns with tooth loss is the subsequent loss of bone tissue that occurs over time. The longer the stimulation from natural roots or suitable replacements is lacking, the more degeneration occurs. When we place dental implants into the jaw to replace missing roots, stimulation to bone tissue can continue.

We are happy to answer questions you may have about tooth loss and the replacement options available to you. To book your FREE consultation at Notting Hill Dental Clinic, call 020 72299102.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Many people ask the question: “Are dental implants worth it?” We understand that the procedure may seem a bit daunting, but we are here to reassure you that the Notting Hill Dental Clinic has been fitting dental implants for fifteen years. We continue to enjoy seeing the reaction that patients from Chelsea, Kensington, Notting Hill and beyond have when they realise that they have regained their smile and their confidence.

Benefits of dental implants include:

• Unlike dentures or false teeth, dental implants are the only natural and permanent solution for replacing missing teeth
•  A new smile will boost your confidence and self-esteem
• You can speak naturally
• You can eat all of your favourite foods
• Dental implants help to overcome any discomfort that missing teeth in Kensington and Chelsea may have given you
• Dental implants act like tooth roots and will prevent any loss of bone tissue which can occur with tooth loss

Dental Implants – The Procedure

During your free consultation at the Notting Hill Dental Clinic, you will discuss your concerns about missing teeth with Dr Fahami.

You will then be taken through the different missing tooth solutions. We will also talk through the relevant treatment fees and dental implant costs including the finance options.

On the day of your dental implant fitting, under local anesthetic a small cut will be made into your jaw bone and the dental implant will be fitted, acting as your new tooth root.

An artificial tooth will then be fitted to this implant either on the day or at a later appointment.

In general, the dental implant placement will take less than an hour and the addition of the tooth will usually need about 30 minutes.

How much do dental implant cost in London?

Most patients interested in dental implants at Notting Hill Dental Clinic are keen to know how much dental implants cost and whether this makes dental implants worth it.

The only way to get an accurate price is for our dentist to assess your specific case, but as a guide, one dental implant will cost from £1,650.

Patients also frequently query, “How much does a full set of teeth implants cost?” Again, this will depend upon your case, but as a guide, prices start from £8,500.

We understand that the prices are high and so we offer affordable payment plans on a monthly basis with 0% APR.

Replace missing teeth in Notting Hill permanently and regain the opportunity to smile again? We believe that dental implants ARE worth it!