If you’ve recently lost a tooth through an accident or trauma, your replacement options consist of a partial denture, a traditional dental bridge or a dental implant.

While conventional dentures and bridges are not an ideal solution for every patient, a single-tooth implant, coupled with an exquisitely crafted crown, restores full functionality and aesthetics to any smile. It remains the gold-standard solution in most cases.

At Predent, we provide beautiful, long-lasting and natural-looking restorations that can last for many years. Want to know more about how we can help you with a single tooth implant in Earls Court? Read on for more information.

What is a Single Dental Implant?

A dental implant is the nearest thing we have to replicating a missing natural tooth and is designed to plug a missing tooth gap. It consists of a titanium post which anchors down into the jawbone. Because the implant is made from a biocompatible material, it physically integrates with the jawbone over time. As it does so, it forms a stable, standalone structure to which a lifelike restoration crown can be attached.

An implant-based single-tooth restoration consists of the following:

• The implant itself is a highly engineered titanium post.
• The abutment – A connecting socket that joins the implant to the restoration tooth.
• The crown – A beautifully crafted restoration tooth made from porcelain or ceramic.

Collectively, they make up an implant-based restoration.

Why a Single Dental Implant?

While dental implants require a small surgical procedure, they do have significant advantages over their more traditional counterparts. These benefits include:

• A standalone structure – a single-tooth implant is designed as a standalone restoration, meaning it doesn’t rely on nearby natural teeth for support. Therefore, unlike conventional bridges or dentures, the health of neighbouring teeth or supporting gums remains intact.
• Better bone preservation – When a dental implant is anchored directly into the jaw, it restimulates and preserves bone. Alternatively, some of the remaining bone will continue to diminish when you opt for traditional tooth replacements.
• Long lasting – A titanium implant is designed to remain in the mouth for many years, whereas a conventional bridge or denture will need regular replacement.

The Implant Procedure Explained

Understandably, people are often concerned about the implant procedure, but in truth, they needn’t be. The team at Predent are highly experienced in implant rehabilitation. Our founding dentist teaches the process to other dentists, so patients are assured that they are in safe and trusted hands. The placement of a single tooth implant at our Earls Court Practice is quick and comfortable (often taking less time than a conventional crown or root canal treatment). Moreover, patients report less discomfort (if any) than a standard tooth extraction.

Here’s what you can expect…

• After considerable preplanning, your implant is placed into the jaw using computer-guided surgical techniques. The surgical process is quick and can be carried out under local anaesthetic or, if you’re a particularly nervous patient, light sedation.
• Once the implant is in position, it takes around 12 weeks for it to fuse with the bone.
• After the implant has fully stabilised in the jaw, your beautifully crafted crown is made.
• In the meantime, if the gap is in the visible smile line, you have the option of a temporary crown.
• Finally, after four to six months, you’ll have a fully restored smile that not only looks good but allows you to eat the foods you love without restriction.

Don’t Put Up With A Flawed Smile

Come and talk to the Predent team to discuss your options for a single tooth implant in Earls Court. We know how to bring out the absolute best in your smile.

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