Dental Implants have proven to be the answer to many patients’ dental problems, both functional and aesthetic. Whether it’s replacing just one tooth or a full arch reconstruction, they enable the restoration of a natural smile, improving patient comfort and confidence.

While the idea of dental implants can be worrying for some, implants are actually one of the safest, most effective and most widely-used methods to replace missing teeth in the world today – restoring the smiles of millions across the globe.

If you’ve been researching dental implant solutions, dental implants in Essex are excellent options for you to consider, thanks to the experts at Advance Dental Clinic.

What are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a titanium rod that is gently placed directly into the jawbone to act as an anchor to support one or more crowns or a denture, effectively replacing missing teeth. Each dental implant can usually be used to support up to two false teeth.

One major advantage of a dental implant procedure is that it avoids the need to drill down the teeth on either side of the “gap”, which would normally be necessary in preparation for a conventional bridge. The dental implants also provide a stimulus to the bone, reducing further shrinkage and helping the bone to continue to grow naturally.

Our dental implants in Essex can also be used as anchors to improve the stability and retention of loose dentures. Alongside increased comfort and renewed confidence, patients find great improvements during speech and eating. We can often remove the tooth and fit a dental implant at the same appointment, saving patients a lot of time and effort. This can be especially effective for patients with busy schedules or demanding personal commitments.

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If you’re considering dental implants in Essex our dental experts are here for you

At Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford, we use a state-of-the-art CT scanner to measure the amount of bone available for the placement of your dental implants in Essex. This low-dose scanner, imported from the USA, can measure the bone in 3D to the nearest 100th of a millimetre.

Our dedication to the latest technology helps ensure we only offer dental implants patients can be proud of.

The implantology team uses pre-surgical imaging to indicate the following:

  • Where each implant should go
  • How long and wide it should be
  • At what angle it should be inserted
  • Whether the bone quality (e.g. its density) is sufficient
  • Where the sensitive anatomy is located

Who can have dental implants in Essex?

Dr Andrew Moore will carry out a thorough examination taking appropriate X-rays, to see if your case is suitable. Suitability can be dependent on the condition of the bone in the area of the planned implants. Occasionally, there is not enough bone or it is not healthy enough, and it may not be possible to proceed without additional treatment.

Dr Moore is our Practice Principal and is highly experienced in delivering dental implants in Essex that patients are thrilled with at Advance Dental Clinic. One of the first dentists to be awarded a Diploma in Implant Dentistry, he has also undertaken an intensive year-long Implantology course at the Centre for Reconstructive Surgery, so you can rest assured you’ll be in excellent hands when you visit us for your dental implants in Chelsmford. 

What does the treatment involve?

Your dental implants in Essex will be placed at our professional dental practice. It involves a simple operation which is carried out under a normal local anaesthetic. The after-effects are similar to having a tooth extracted – i.e. you may feel mild discomfort due to the normal healing processes.

The implant must be allowed to bond (integrate) with the bone. This can take from 3 to 6 months depending on the individual case. During this time it is possible to make a temporary replacement for your missing teeth. Once healing and integration have occurred, the permanent replacement is made and fitted.

How successful are dental implants in Essex?

Modern dental implants show a success rate of 95-98% over 15-20 years. On the rare occasion that integration does not occur and the implant is loosening, then it can be easily removed and the site allowed to heal, with the placement of another implant at a later stage. Alternatively, your dentist will discuss other viable options with you, to help restore your smile another way.

How do you clean dental implants?

Being implanted into the bone, as with your natural teeth, implants require thorough cleaning. If this is not carried out then you may experience problems similar to that of gum disease with infection around the implant resulting in bone loss, loosening and failure. Cleaning around the implants is no more difficult than cleaning your natural teeth and we will strongly advise all patients to see the dental Hygienists on a regular basis to maintain the healthy status of the implant and the rest of the teeth and gums.

Andrew is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology and has undertaken extensive training in the UK and Germany. He is currently a tutor on the Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons of London. He uses the Ankylos implant system and teaches other dentists advanced techniques including dental implants in Chelmsford, Essex.

How much do dental implants in Essex cost?

Andrew will assess your suitability and fully explain your treatment options, the stages of treatment and all the estimated costs. As a guide, a single tooth implant with a completed porcelain tooth costs in the region of £2450. However, at Advance Dental Clinic, we are happy to offer appealing finance packages for those who wish to spread the cost of their treatment, rather than paying a single lump sum upfront. This can help ease the strain on your bank account while also allowing you to leave Advance Dental Clinic worry-free, with the smile you’ve always wanted. To find out more about our finance packages, and whether or not you would be eligible, click the link here.

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