Dental Implants in Milton Keynes

Dental implants are the most effective and durable solution to replace missing teeth.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are tiny artificial root replacements made of titanium. They are permanently implanted into the jawbone to replace tooth roots. To restore your teeth completely, custom-made dental crowns that match your existing teeth are attached to the top of the implants. A single tooth dental implant is used to replace a missing tooth and looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.

How are dental implants made?

At Abacus Dental Care in Milton Keynes, we employ a cutting-edge 3D implant placement technique to ensure precision and accuracy. The process involves using a Cone Beam CT Scan of your jaws and merging it with a 3D Scan of your jaw imprint. We then create a virtual model of your jaws and place a virtual tooth and implant to determine the ideal placement for the implant. This enables us to control the depth and angle of placement with utmost accuracy, ensuring predictable and satisfactory results. Finally, we manufacture a surgical stent with a precise sleeve to hold the implant drills in place and achieve the desired final position.

Why use dental implants to restore missing teeth?

Dental implants may be an effective solution with several key advantages if you’re looking for a treatment option to replace missing teeth and restore your smile. Unlike dental bridges, implants can help protect your jawbone by reducing the transmission of vibrations that could weaken its structure over time. They also restore eating comfort by stimulating new bone growth and providing full chewing power. With good dental hygiene and regular check-ups, implants can last many years, sometimes even a lifetime.

Furthermore, replacing missing teeth can reduce the risk of additional oral health issues, such as reducing the stress on other teeth when chewing, preventing adjacent teeth from shifting or tilting towards the gap, and improving eating comfort and dental hygiene. Plus, dental implants can enhance your smile.

Are dental implants suitable for you?

Your dentist will consider the condition and health of your jawbone to determine if dental implants are suitable for you. To evaluate your case, we utilize a 3D Facial and Dental Imaging System to create a 3D digital image of your face and jaw. This personalized plan allows us to accurately place the implant for optimal results. During the procedure, a local anaesthetic will be administered to ensure your comfort. The gum tissue will be cut to expose the jawbone, and the titanium implant will then be permanently secured into the bone.

What happens after a dental implant treatment?

Some patients may experience temporary soreness, swelling, or sensitivity for a few days after the procedure. As time passes, the implant will gradually fuse with the jawbone, resulting in maximum strength, stability, and longevity. A dental crown is then created to fit the implant perfectly between existing teeth, mimicking the size, shape, and colour of a natural tooth.

If you are considering dental implants, please do not hesitate to call us on 01908 260757 and one of our team members will be happy to assist you.