Dental Implants - NHS Dentist Carluke Lanarkshire

Dental implants are the preferred treatment choice for replacing missing teeth or stabilising poor fitting dentures. It is a relatively simple procedure with a very high success rate and is performed in the dental suite using local anaesthetic. For patients who are a little anxious of this treatment some sedation can be given to help them relax during the procedure.

Replacement of teeth

The implant is a small titanium rod that is placed into the jaw and acts like the root of a tooth. After a short healing period the bone attaches onto the surface of the implant and it can be considered ‘integrated’ with the bone and part of the jaw.

Once integrated it is possible to attach a crown onto the implant which looks, feels and performs the same as a natural tooth, in fact there is some evidence that implants are stronger than natural teeth.

Dental implants can be used to replace single missing teeth or to restore larger spaces where multiple teeth are missing including full mouth reconstructions.

Stabilisation of dentures

Another technique in implantology is for the stabilisation of loose or poorly fitting dentures.

A number of implants (typically 4 in the upper and/or 2 in the lower jaws) are placed and allowed to integrate. A new denture is then made which precisely clicks into the implants, securely supporting and holding the denture in place. This prevents movement of the denture greatly improving its fit and stability.

Implants are currently the gold standard for dental treatment and the replacement of missing teeth. Alternative treatments are available but these typically involve the destruction of adjacent teeth or a compromise on the treatment outcome.

At the tooth doctor we believe that this treatment should be available to all patients and strive to make these treatments an affordable investment for everyone. All our patients are provided with a written treatment plan and estimate and every stage of the procedure is explained in full.

For further details please contact the practice. We offer a free initial consultation allowing patients to meet staff and discuss treatments option in a friendly relaxed environment.

Patient Questionnaire
Dental Implant Consent Form
Dental Implant Post Operative Care
Dental Implant Post-op Medications

Dental Implants - NHS Dentist Carluke Lanarkshire