Restore Your Smile, One Tooth at a Time
A missing tooth can change how you eat and smile. Single tooth implants replace the missing root and support a crown shaped to match your teeth. This fixed option usually avoids reshaping neighbouring teeth for a conventional bridge. At Ardent Sidcup, we assess your mouth and explain whether an implant-supported crown suits your needs.
Your replacement tooth usually has three connected parts:
A well-maintained implant can provide many years of service. Regular checks help identify problems, although the crown may eventually need replacing..
Your replacement tooth matches the shade and shape of nearby teeth. Its fixed support helps it feel comfortable during everyday use.
A fixed crown fills the gap left by your tooth. It can improve chewing and help speech where tooth loss affects pronunciation.
An implant transfers chewing forces into the surrounding jawbone. This can help maintain local bone, although gum disease can still cause loss.
Your dentist checks your gums, bite and available jawbone. X-rays or a CBCT scan may help plan the implant’s position where clinically necessary.
Your dentist numbs the area with local anaesthetic before surgery. They place the titanium post into your jawbone and close the gum as needed.
Your bone gradually bonds with the implant through osseointegration. This often takes three to six months, although your treatment plan may involve different timings.
Once the implant is ready, your dentist fits the connector and crown. They check the fit, appearance and bite before completing your tooth replacement.
Healthy gums and enough bone help support a stable implant. Your dentist checks bone height and width before recommending treatment. If bone is insufficient, bone grafting may help prepare the area.
Having a medical condition doesn’t automatically rule out implant treatment. Your dentist reviews your health and medicines to assess healing risks. Poorly controlled diabetes, for example, may require attention before surgery.
Smoking increases the risk of complications and implant failure. Stopping before treatment and remaining smoke-free supports healing and longer-term care. Your dentist can discuss how smoking affects your individual treatment options.
Your implant needs daily cleaning and regular professional checks. Following dental implant aftercare advice helps protect the surrounding gums. Tell your dentist about bleeding, discomfort or changes rather than waiting for your next visit.
Choosing treatment starts with understanding what your mouth needs. Our team explains your assessment and answers questions about the proposed approach.
Your care may involve treatment before an implant is suitable. We offer general and restorative dentistry to support your wider oral health.
Your concerns deserve time and clear answers during your consultation. We explain each stage so you can make informed decisions about treatment.
Dental imaging helps assess the area around your missing tooth. Your dentist recommends appropriate investigations to guide planning for your individual needs.
Treatment usually involves several appointments spread over a few months. The implant often needs three to six months to bond with bone. Extractions, grafting and crown preparation can extend your overall treatment time.
Local anaesthetic should prevent sharp pain during implant placement. You may feel pressure, followed by soreness or swelling afterwards. Your dentist explains suitable pain relief and when symptoms need checking rather than home care.
An implant can last many years with consistent care. However, neither the implant nor its crown has a guaranteed lifespan. The crown may need replacement as it wears, even when the implant remains healthy.
Yes, an implant can fail to bond with your jawbone. Later failure can involve inflammation and loss of supporting bone. Smoking, poor cleaning and certain health conditions increase risks, making regular checks particularly important.
At Ardent Sidcup Dental Clinic, we’re here to make your dental journey as smooth as possible. From maintaining oral health to creating stunning smiles, we are dedicated to being your trusted dental partner.
