Have you got a gap in your smile which is affecting your confidence? Have you tried wearing dentures or fitted bridges and they don’t suit you?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then read on!
In this day and age, there are multiple ways to restore lost teeth, many of which are removable but one that is skyrocketing in popularity is the fitting of oral implants. And best of all, they are practically permanent!
At Chelsea and Fulham Dentist, we are happy to be able to offer our suitable patients dental implants in Chelsea, ensuring that all of those gaps are filled and that you are able to eat whichever foods you want to without issue. These nifty prosthetics can be colour matched to your surrounding teeth, ensuring that your smile looks great and works perfectly, leaving you with a confidence boost. What’s not to like about that?
But before you book your consultation with our team, you will probably have some questions about dental implants in Chelsea. Here, we answer common FAQs that we get about this procedure, so read on!
What are oral implants?
In short, dental implants in Chelsea are false tooth roots that are attached to your jaw. Made from titanium, once in place, they fuse with the surrounding bone, and act as a secure anchor point for the prosthetic teeth to be placed on top of.
They require a stable and sturdy jawbone to be correctly fitted, so we will check for this during your initial visit to our team.
Does it hurt to have them fitted?
In short, no.
We will always ensure that your jaw and gums are numbed before we fit your implants.
Once at home and the numbing agent wears off, you may experience a sensation that feels similar to a dental extraction; this is normal. We recommend taking paracetamol to relieve this; avoid ibuprofen or aspirin, as these can thin the blood and delay the healing time. If your discomfort is persistent or is worsening, come back and see our team.
How long will my new smile last?
With correct aftercare and maintenance, such as attending biannual check-ups every 6 months, your oral implants should last up to 15 years. Making them a great investment in your smile!
What can cause them to fail?
The main reason implants fail is due to gum disease, so regular check-ups with our team are important for long-lasting implants.
Other factors such as smoking or excessive drinking can also cause the gums to recede, and have been linked to premature failing of oral implants.
Can anyone have them fitted?
Most people are suitable for having oral implants fitted.
However, our team will need to conduct an assessment of your mouth before we can fit them, which will include X-rays to ensure that you have enough jawbone to support the implant(s). We will also check for signs of gum disease and other oral health issues, and will aim to resolve them before fitting oral implants.
