Dental Implants

Most people are suitable candidates for dental implants, provided they are generally healthy and able to undergo a routine dental procedure, such as an extraction. It’s beneficial if you have good oral hygiene, healthy gums, and enough bone in your jaw to attach the implant. If you don’t have enough bone density, this can often be rectified with a bone graft. Dental implants are not usually offered to younger patients whose jaws are still growing. We will thoroughly discuss your overall suitability for implant treatment at your initial consultation, and it’s likely you will be suitable for the treatment.

The whole process, from missing teeth to secure fixed replacements, can take several months. The implant surgery is a relatively quick procedure, but the implants themselves need around 3-6 months to heal and fuse before fixed permanent teeth can be placed. The treatment process will be longer if you need a bone graft or other procedure first, but your new smile will be more than worth it in the end.

Dental implants have the potential to last a lifetime if they are properly looked after. This includes maintaining an excellent brushing and flossing routine, looking after your general health, and attending regular check-up appointments with your dentist. The crown or bridge that the implant supports may need to be replaced over time due to normal wear and tear.

All-on-4 is a specific and revolutionary technique used to replace a full arch (a whole row) of missing or failing teeth using only four strategically placed dental implants. They are different from traditional implants in several key ways. Firstly, they use fewer implants, only four per arch instead of the typical six to eight, which makes the procedure less invasive and often more cost-effective. Secondly, the two rear implants are placed at an angle, which allows us to maximise contact with the denser bone at the front of the jaw. This strategic placement often eliminates the need for time-consuming and costly bone grafting, and frequently allows patients to receive a temporary, full set of fixed teeth on the same day as the surgery (known as “Teeth in a Day”).

To find affordable dental implants in Cardiff, look no further than our dental practice. We offer competitive pricing for dental implants. We are happy to have a consultation with you, where you can ask any questions and find out all the information you need.