Have you recently lost a tooth? Or maybe you are frustrated by your old and discoloured dentures?
Don’t worry; you’re not alone in wanting to find out more about dental implants in Manchester.
The UK already has many long-term denture wearers and many more who have had a tooth extraction. Previously, the only real options for replacing lost teeth were dentures or bridges. Today, whether you’re looking to replace multiple teeth or just need a single tooth implant, you are able to restore your smile with confidence, permanently.
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is a titanium post that acts as a prosthetic tooth root surgically placed into the jawbone. We use medical-grade titanium because it’s strong and light, but also because it has the ability to fuse with living bone.
Once the implant has fused with the surrounding bone tissue, it can be used as a foundation for a replacement tooth secured to the top of the dental implant. It can also support multiple implants such as bridges or dentures.
After the implants are placed, they find that their eating and speaking ability has improved significantly, along with their confidence to smile again. That’s why dental implants are the gold standard for missing teeth replacement!
But wait…there’s more!
When we lose a tooth, the impact goes beyond aesthetics. Did you know that our teeth actually play preventative and structural roles? They help keep our adjacent teeth in proper alignment and also preserve the surrounding bone structure. Why? Because tooth loss can create an imbalance in the mouth, leading to gaps, shifting teeth, and a misaligned bite.
Check out some other benefits dental implants can bring
- Improved appearance – No more unsightly gaps, plus bone structure is preserved to help maintain the natural shape of your face.
- They offer a permanent solution – Fusing with your jawbone so they function and look just like natural teeth that can last for many years.
- Firmly secured – Implants are more comfortable than dentures, and there’s no need to worry about them slipping or sliding around your mouth when eating or talking.
- Preserve healthy teeth – Implants don’t require adjacent teeth to be altered or damaged. What’s more, they can also aid oral hygiene as they’re easier to clean than other alternatives.
All-on-4 dental implants
If you’re in a hurry for your new smile and are missing multiple teeth, All-on-4 implants offer an efficient and effective treatment technique. Using four or more implants, patients can have a secure, permanent set of natural-looking teeth without waiting weeks for the implants to heal. Instead, you’ll get your new smile in just one single visit.
This treatment offers our patients either a full arch or both arches of fixed replacement teeth that are positioned to maximise the structure of your jawbone while helping to restore their confidence.
Implant-retained dentures
These specially designed dentures are held firmly in place by using two or more implants. Although you can still remove them for cleaning, they have excellent retention and don’t slip, slide, or shift about. They snap securely into place on the implants, so our patients no longer need denture adhesives such as powders and pastes.
Did you know, for example, that with conventional dentures, your chewing ability is – at its peak – only 15%? On the contrary, implant-retained dentures restore full stability, meaning you can once again enjoy eating all your favourite foods.
Finally – implants can accommodate either full or partial dentures. They not only look better because they restore missing teeth but will also maintain your facial structure by preventing bone shrinkage. They can also help to reduce wrinkles around the mouth area by providing sufficient lip support.
Implant-retained bridges
An implant-retained bridge is used when more than one tooth is missing. It’s very similar to a traditional bridge but is supported by implants instead of natural teeth. This is particularly advantageous, as none of your healthy natural teeth needs to provide support to the bridge.
An implant-retained bridge helps provide additional strength to the jawbone and also remains resistant to decay. Once fitted, the bridge will feel more comfortable and secure than a removable partial denture. You’ll be able to eat and drink food as normal and smile confidently with your new natural-looking restoration.
So now you know why implants are the gold standard of missing tooth replacement!
If you’re considering dental implants, then come and visit Dr Shi Karim and the team here at Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics. Our implant dentists are highly skilled and, over the years, have successfully fitted many patients with implants. Manchester residents can be assured that at our state-of-the-art practice, we use the latest technology and the most renowned implant brands, and we achieve success rates which go above and beyond the industry standard.
Call us directly at 0161 486 0743 or fill in the contact form on our website. We look forward to meeting you and helping you restore your smile with confidence.
FAQs
Am I a good candidate for dental implants?
Dental implants are suitable for the majority of patients, although there are a few factors that need to be taken into consideration first. Certain health problems, for example, can affect your implants. This includes uncontrolled diabetes, along with lifestyle factors such as smoking. That said, the good news is that even these factors don’t necessarily exclude a person automatically.
Before having dental implants, all patients will be asked about their medical history before having dental implants, and any possible complications will be explained thoroughly. In order to have an implant, patients must also have sufficient bone and healthy gums to support the implants.
Visit us at Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics for a consultation. During the consultation, our dental team will discuss the different types of implants available.
