Dental Implants
Transform your smile with dental implants in Hammersmith
Dental implants offer the perfect solution for replacing one or more missing teeth. Our cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art materials allow us to rebuild your smile, restoring your ability to taste, eat, smile, and laugh comfortably and confidently. They provide an unparalleled way to replicate the appearance, feel, and long-lasting nature of natural teeth.
As you navigate the myriads of options available for missing teeth, understanding how dental implants can change both the function and aesthetics of your teeth is crucial. By choosing this transformative procedure, you’re not just enhancing your appearance; you’re investing in your overall health and wellbeing. Are you ready to discover how dental implants can revolutionise your smile and boost your confidence?
Book your dental implant consultation today.
The top benefits of dental implants for replacing missing teeth
- Great solution – dental implants provide a permanent solution for missing teeth, improving both functionality and appearance.
- Secure – dental implants stay firmly in place and will not slip when you are eating or speaking or become loose over time. As they are held in place by your bone, you can be confident of their strength and durability.
- Supportive – implants prevent bone loss, maintain jaw structure, and bolster oral health.
- Aesthetic – implants look and feel just like natural teeth. You will be able to eat, drink, and talk just as you did before, as well as show off a winning smile.
- Boost confidence – Patients often experience renewed confidence and comfort in their daily lives after receiving implants.
- Innovative – implants use cutting-edge digital dental technology combined with specialist expertise to create the next best thing to a natural tooth.
Our Implant dentists
Dr Sharmi Patel
Dr. Sharmi is a highly experienced implant dentist with a Master’s degree in Implant Dentistry. She provides a range of implant solutions, from single tooth replacements to full mouth restorations. Dr. Sharmi is dedicated to patient comfort and satisfaction, ensuring a positive implant experience.
Dr Zaman Mirza
Dr. Zaman is an experienced implant dentist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Implantology. He specialises in complex cases, including full mouth restorations and implant-supported dentures. Dr. Zaman is passionate about helping patients restore their smiles and confidence.
Dr Nirav Varsani
Dr. Zaman is an experienced implant dentist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Implantology. He specialises in complex cases, including full mouth restorations and implant-supported dentures. Dr. Zaman is passionate about helping patients restore their smiles and confidence.
Dr Maria Retzepi
Dr. Maria Retzepi is a specialist in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry with extensive experience in surgical implant procedures. She offers advanced implant solutions, including bone regeneration and implant placement in complex cases. Dr. Retzepi is a renowned researcher and lecturer, recognized for her expertise in dental implantology.
Why choose The Bush Dental Clinic for dental implants
- Our dentists have taken advanced implant training worldwide and have vast experience in placing implants.
- We have invested in state-of-the-art equipment to ensure your comfort throughout implant treatment.
- We offer 0% finance options so you can spread the costs of your dental implants.
- We create personalised treatment plans to suit your needs and fit in with your lifestyle.
- We use high-quality implants from international leaders in the field of implantology.
Understanding dental implants
Imagine waking up each morning with the confidence of a flawless smile. This is what dental implants offer—a permanent solution to the age-old problem of missing teeth. Unlike traditional dentures, implants provide a stable and long-lasting replacement that feels and functions like natural teeth. They are the go-to option for those seeking a significant improvement in both appearance and dental health.
Dental implants consist of a titanium post that integrates with the jawbone, providing robust support for the artificial tooth. This process, known as osseointegration, ensures that the implant is as secure as a natural tooth root. The stability offered by this titanium post is unparalleled, allowing you to chew, speak, and smile with ease.
The journey to a new smile with dental implants involves several stages. Initially, a thorough consultation is conducted to assess your oral health and bone density. If your jawbone lacks the necessary density, bone grafting may be recommended.
After the surgery, a period of healing follows, during which the implant fuses with the bone. This stage is critical for the long-term success of the implant. Once healed, the artificial tooth is attached, completing the transformation. Many patients report a renewed sense of confidence and an improved quality of life post-procedure, as they engage in daily activities without the worry of loose dentures or missing teeth.
Bone grafting
Bone grafting involves adding bone material to the jaw to create a solid foundation for the implant. The material contains collagen and proteins that encourage bone growth. It might sound daunting, but it’s a routine procedure that significantly enhances the success rate of your implant.
Bone grafting is particularly crucial for those who have experienced bone loss due to prolonged tooth absence. In such cases, the jawbone begins to deteriorate, leading to facial structure changes. Implants, by preventing further bone loss, maintain the integrity of your jaw and facial aesthetics. This is why many choose dental implants, not only to restore their smile but to preserve their facial structure.
Our dentists have years of experience in dental implants and bone grafts and you can rest assured you are in safe and experienced hands.
Your trusted local dental implants expert in hammersmith and shepherd’s Bush
Implant treatment can make a huge impact, especially if restoring a smile and replacing several missing teeth. Below is an overview of what you can expect from us for your dental implant treatment.
Step 1: Assessment
The first thing we’ll do is check if you have adequate bone density. We carry out 3D x-rays and intra-oral scans to review your bone volume and to look for any other oral health issues that might affect your implant treatment. Once we’ve reviewed your suitability for the treatment, we’ll create your treatment plan.
Step 2: Implant placement
Before we start the treatment, we always make sure you are comfortable and relaxed. We offer sedation for any nervous patients to help you through the treatment.
We place the implant under local anaesthetic, reducing any discomfort. Over a few months, the implant will bond with the bone. We provide a temporary bridge to protect the implant as it heals.
When the implant has fused, we carry out a simple procedure to expose the top of the implant. We wait for the gum tissue to heal and then take digital scans of your mouth. These scans are then used to create your beautifully life-like replacement tooth.
Step 3: Replacing the tooth
At The Bush Dental Clinic, we work with trusted dental labs to create high-quality restorations. After taking precise impressions and 3D scans using our intra-oral camera, we send them to our partner lab, where skilled technicians craft your custom restoration using advanced CAD/CAM technology.
We also have the option of making your crown in-house with our Cerec machine for added convenience. Once the crown is ready, we carefully polish it and fit it onto the abutment fixed to the implant, ensuring a perfect fit and a natural look. Your satisfaction with the final result is our priority.
Aftercare
Care of the mouth after implant placement
- Do not rinse or spit out for the rest of the day, as it will prolong the bleeding.
- You can eat and drink as normal once the anaesthetic has worn off but keep to a soft diet and avoid the surgical area.
- If you have stitches, they will usually be dissolving unless advised. These will fall out in approximately 5-14 days.
- Keep your fingers and tongue away from the wound.
- Start rinsing out with the mouthwash provided, up to four times, the following day.
- You should expect some soreness, bruising and swelling which is normal and this may restrict your activities over the next few days. Ibuprofen (if you can take it) is the best painkiller.
- If you smoke, try and avoid smoking for as long as you can or have as few cigarettes as you can for up to a week.
- If you have been advised following an upper implant placement, do not blow your nose for 2 weeks.
- If you have any numbness the following day, please contact the surgery.
Patient testimonials
Choosing the right implantologist is a big decision. You want someone who is highly skilled and has vast experience. Here at The Bush Dental Clinic, we’re committed to providing outstanding dental implant treatment in a professional and safe environment. But don’t just take our word for it, see what our patients say about their experiences with us.
Finance options available
We offer 0% finance options to spread the costs of your dental treatment. Use the calculator link below to find out what your payments could be (subject to status).
Book your dental implant consultation today!
If you would like to know more about dental implants, have a question about your treatment, wish to book an appointment, or would just like more information, please get in touch. We can help you book your consultation and start your dental implant journey towards your new & improved smile.
