Standing alone or providing support for a bridge or dentures, the use of dental implants in Bromley has helped us at Bromley Dental Practice to bring relief to patients who have lost teeth either through dental decay or an accident. The fact that they work by imitating your natural teeth allows us to produce a stable replacement for lost teeth. You will soon be able to eat and drink as you used to before loss, as well as reveal a broad radiant smile.

Our skill and experience aided by technology

The advances in technology have been a major aid in dental science being able to develop a wide variety of oral treatments, especially over the past few decades. We are fortunate to have more than one dental clinician who has many years of experience in attaching dental implants in Bromley. The rapidly moving evolution of dentistry requires all of our team to attend regular seminars and training as new treatments and equipment are discovered.

Empathy, support and dedication

Losing a tooth for any reason can not only be painful, but also emotionally traumatic. Being patient centred is how we as a team strive to deliver a patient experience that is relaxed and stress free. We want you to explain to us how you are feeling and how you would like us to help you. Your dental expectations are very important to us because these are what we are here to deliver to all of our patients. No two patients have the same desires and expectations and we want to know what yours are so that we can at least achieve and hopefully exceed them. We will discuss any oral treatment with you in great detail so that you can decide what you would like to do. Our diagnosis and recommendations are made with your best interests in mind, but the ultimate decision, whether to proceed or not, is always yours to make.

Your teeth are yours to keep!

Sometimes you don’t realise what you have got until you lose it! You get a baby set of teeth and then eventually a final adult set. Your part of the oral maintenance deal is to brush and floss at least twice a day and visit us twice a year, we will do the rest. We will guide you and advise you and make sure that we do everything that we can to help you retain your teeth. Even if you don’t follow our advice and you end up losing teeth through poor dental hygiene we have a permanent solution for you.

Always here for you

Our dental team at Bromley Dental Practice are dedicated to making your dental experience a good one. Dental implants in Bromley involve a procedure that places a small titanium post into your jawbone to act as a normal tooth root would do. By making a small incision in your gum and drilling a tiny hole aided by computer technology our experienced dentist can precisely place the ‘root’ for your new tooth into your jawbone. This provides a stable base for an abutment which is attached to the root and the new crown is placed onto the abutment. The result is a replacement tooth which looks just like the natural teeth in your mouth. After a short period you are able to chew your food and smile as you did before you lost your tooth.

At Bromley Dental Practice, we have two dentists who offer dental implants in Bromley as a treatment for securing replacement teeth in your mouth permanently. Both of these dentists have vast experience; one training in a centre of excellence in the United States, the other having treated over 3000 patients with dental implants in his 30 year career. If you are considering replacing your missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley, there are many reasons why you should. Having missing teeth can lead to further dental problems, when natural teeth and the gums are left more exposed to bacteria. Your face can also shrink as it loses its structure, and you can develop speech and chewing issues. With replacement teeth options of crowns, bridges or dentures to treat a single missing tooth, through to a whole set respectively, dental implants ensure that they are firmly fixed into position 24 hours a day, and they shouldn’t go anywhere.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants in Bromley are metal screws that are small enough to be placed in the jawbone, where you have missing teeth. They are fixed rigidly, when the gums have healed around them, which normally takes weeks or a few months. Being made of titanium metal, the body’s tissues heal well with this material. Our dentists will then use an abutment to attach the replacement teeth to the dental implants, so that the implants become like bionic tooth roots!

Why do people choose to have dental implants?

The idea of dental implants is that they allow you to have teeth that function like your natural ones in that you won’t need to worry about removing them when you are going to bed or when you wish to clean them. They are also easy to look after, just like original teeth. All you need to do is brush and floss, and come to see us for routine dental check-ups. You shouldn’t need to remove your dental implants at any point. If you take care of your implants in this way, you could have them for the rest of your life, plus your replacement teeth won’t be able to develop cavities! You also won’t need to avoid particular foods for fear of loosening your prosthetic replacements. Everything is on the menu, so you can just go right ahead and tuck in! Also, if your face has become more aged-looking with having missing teeth, you may find that you could look younger once you have your dental implants and this is certainly a result that many patients enjoy. This is because the implants give the face the structure it needs to allow the skin to be supported and look smoother. You could also find chewing food and speaking becomes easier too.

Will dental implants hurt, when they are fitted?

Having implants fitted is not major surgery and you will have local anaesthetic, so you won’t feel anything, when it is happening. You will just need a couple of appointments to have them fitted. The first is when we put the screws in and attach temporary replacement teeth and the second appointment is when the permanent ones are fixed onto the implants, once the gums have healed.

If this sounds like the treatment you’d like to get your smile looking beautiful and natural again, come to see us at Bromley Dental Practice, so we can get started on exploring your treatment options with you.

Have you heard of dental implants in Bromley? If you have missing teeth, then you will certainly want to know about how discreet and convenient dental implants in Bromley are. At Bromley Dental Practice, we offer dental implants as a solution to replacing your missing teeth in a way that is second only to having natural teeth. If you want to get your dental implants in Bromley, then you can do so at a time convenient for you. We have late appointments, as well as Saturday slots, so you can find the time to see us and learn how wonderful dental implants are!

How do dental implants work?

Your teeth have two parts to them: the first is the visible bit, and the other is the root that is attached to your jawbone. When you lose a tooth, replacement teeth typically address what you can see to give you an aesthetically pleasing smile. However, with dental implants, we take tooth replacements to another level. We use small screws and attach them to your jawbone, just like the roots of your teeth. We can then attach the replacement teeth to these implants, and the results are teeth that are fixed into position and don’t need to be removed at night. You also won’t have to worry about avoiding certain foods as your smile should function just like your natural one with dental implants.

Sounds good. Are they right for me?

When you book a consultation, we will be able to check your mouth to determine what the treatment options are. We will be looking to ensure that you have enough bone density in your jawbone to attach dental implants to, for example. Don’t worry if you don’t, however, as we may be able to offer a bone graft before the dental implant treatment. Some patients worry that there will be a lot of pain with dental implants; however, your treatment is not major surgery and will be carried out with local anaesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel a thing.

How long does it take to get dental implants?

You will need a couple of appointments for the dental implants to be fitted. During the first one, we will put the screws into your jawbone and attach temporary replacement teeth to them. Your gums will need time to heal around the screws, so after a few weeks, you can then return to have your permanent replacement teeth fitted. This healing period allows for your replacement teeth to be manufactured, and once they are fitted, nobody will realise you are wearing prosthetics.

Are dental implants easy to look after?

The great thing about dental implants is the fact that all you need to do to maintain them is clean your teeth, floss, and come and see us for your routine checkups. If you do this, your implants could last a lifetime!

To find out more, come and see our friendly team members, who are ready to get you smiling a complete smile at a time that suits you.

There are many different factors that are responsible for tooth loss.

Unfortunately, some of these are out of our hands; however, some of them are completely down to the individual. Tooth loss can occur due to an injury you have sustained to your mouth or as a result of underlying diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and high blood pressure. Tooth loss can also occur as a result of poor oral hygiene, avoiding dental checkups and lifestyle choices such as smoking, excessive drinking and drug abuse.

Across the world, one of the main causes of tooth loss is gum disease or periodontal disease. Gum disease occurs as a result of poor oral hygiene and avoiding dental checkups. In its early stages, gum disease can be detected and reversed; however, when it is left unaddressed, gum disease can progress to damaging bone tissue and eventually causing tooth loss.

If you have been affected by tooth loss, then it’s important that you speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice sooner rather than later to replace your missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley. Dental implants in Bromley will take approximately six months to be fully installed in your mouth; therefore, the sooner you speak to our dentist, the quicker we can begin the process and the quicker you can restore the appearance, health and function of your mouth.

Are you eligible for dental implants?

Here at Bromley Dental Practice, we will begin by finding out whether or not dental implants in Bromley are the best solution for addressing your missing teeth. This means conducting a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and making sure that there are no underlying dental health issues. We will carry out restorative dental treatment where necessary and make sure that your teeth are clean and that your gums are strong and healthy. We will also take x-rays and an intraoral scan if required to assess your bone health. We will check for bone quantity and quality as you must have sufficient healthy jawbone to hold a dental implant in place. The scans will be able to tell us the size and length of the dental implants required to replace your missing teeth, and this will help us put together a precise and accurately tailored treatment plan for optimal results.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants are small titanium screws to which a prosthetic is fixed to replace your missing teeth. The implant can be directly inserted into the bone socket of your missing tooth, and due to its biocompatibility, it can become permanently embedded into your jaw within a few months and stay there for the rest of your life. You can have one dental implant to replace a single tooth or multiple implants to replace multiple or all of your teeth.

Speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice today and learn more about the advantages of dental implants and how they can improve the appearance of your smile and restore the health and function of your mouth.

If you have lost one or more of your teeth due to any reason, not replacing your teeth could have a detrimental impact on any remaining natural teeth you have, as well as your gums. If you don’t fill in the gaps in your smile, you will leave your teeth and gums more exposed to bacteria, which could lead to further dental issues.

By getting missing teeth replaced, you can improve the appearance of your smile and reap the health benefits too. You could even find yourself looking younger since your face may have become drawn due to the missing teeth. Replacing your missing teeth could provide your face with the structure it needs to appear fresh and fabulous. At Bromley Dental Practice, we have a solution to replacing missing teeth that is almost as good as having your natural teeth! Dental implants in Bromley are the treatment you need to know about.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants in Bromley are screws that can be fixed into your jawbone where there are empty sockets. These screws form the posts that your replacement teeth of crown, bridges or dentures can be attached to. The screws will be firmly fixed in place because the body’s tissues fuse with the screws as they heal around them; this means that you shouldn’t need to worry about your replacement teeth loosening when you eat or speak. You also won’t need to remove them in the evenings. Replacement teeth can be crowns, bridges or dentures, depending on how many teeth you are replacing. Crowns are typically used for single tooth replacements; bridges are used to replace several teeth, and dentures can replace whole sets.

How long does it take to get dental implants?

Dental implants in Bromley here at Bromley Dental Practice will require two appointments. During the first appointment, we will fix your dental implants into your jawbone. We will attach temporary replacement teeth to the screws whilst your gums fuse with them. You will then need to return to see us for a second appointment, during which we will attach your permanent replacement teeth after they have been manufactured for you.

Will having implants require major surgery?

Having dental implants doesn’t involve major surgery. You will only need to be under local anaesthesia, so you won’t feel anything while undergoing the treatment. Having missing teeth replaced could also alleviate discomfort experienced prior to this treatment and prevent further issues from occurring that could cause you pain in the future.

Any other benefits?

When you have dental implants, nobody will realise that you do. But it’s not just about aesthetics! Replacing your missing teeth could improve your speech and your ability to chew and alleviate jaw pain. What’s more, you could even look younger since implants add structure to your face to stop it from looking drawn, as can happen when you have missing teeth.

To learn more about dental implants, book a consultation with our friendly and professional team, who will examine your mouth and advise you on the available treatment options. If dental implants are considered a viable treatment and you are keen to proceed, you could have a fantastic smile within just a couple of visits!

It is important to visit our dentist at Bromley Dental Practice regularly to make sure that your teeth and gums remain strong, healthy and free of decay or disease. Accumulating plaque and tartar can result in a wide array of dental issues. Plaque and tartar can build up on your teeth, and unless you attend dental checkups every six months, the build-up can begin to cause issues such as cavities, tooth decay and gum disease. This can eventually lead to irreversible damage to your teeth, periodontal disease and even tooth loss.

Tooth loss has significant consequences on your oral health. Tooth loss can result in misalignment issues and weaken your remaining teeth, resulting in further tooth loss. It is important that you visit our dentist here at Bromley Dental Practice as soon as possible if you have to undergo a tooth extraction or are suffering from tooth decay, gum disease, or tooth loss. Regardless of whether you have one or more missing teeth, you need to contact us at Bromley Dental Practice to find out what treatment options are available for you.

Dental implants

Tooth replacement therapy has advanced significantly over the last few decades, and dental implants have now become an excellent choice for replacing missing teeth. In comparison to traditional dentures, dental implants in Bromley provide a permanent solution for replacing your missing teeth. Dental implants in Bromley are small titanium components that can be inserted into the bone socket of your missing tooth and integrated with your jawbone so that they become a permanent fixture. To find out more, speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice today and ask about dental implants in Bromley.

Are dental implants suitable for you?

First, we need to make sure that you are eligible for the treatment; this means that you need to have healthy gums, sufficient healthy jawbone and no underlying medical conditions that may affect your body‘s ability to heal. We will take a medical history and also carry out a complete examination of your teeth, gums and jaw bone to help us come to a decision.

A sufficiently healthy jawbone is required to hold the implant firmly in place. With good oral hygiene and regular visits to our dentist here at Bromley Dental Practice, dental implants can last for the rest of your life.

Dental implant surgery

Dental implant surgery is designed to replace the root of your missing tooth to provide solid support for your replacement teeth. The procedure can be carried out under local anaesthesia, sedation or general anaesthesia, depending on your personal preferences. You should discuss with us how you feel about the surgery, and our dentist will decide on the proper type of sedation for you. Once the surgery has been completed, the implant will take approximately three or four months to be fully integrated into your jaw. After successful integration, the implant will be ready to be fitted with a prosthetic of your choice. Reach out to us at Bromley Dental Practice today to find out more.

If you are suffering from missing teeth or you have had to undergo a tooth extraction, then speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice and find out about replacing your lost teeth to help restore the appearance of your smile and the function of your mouth. Missing teeth can have a detrimental impact on all aspects of your life. To begin with it affects the health of your remaining teeth, the appearance of your smile and your face in general. It can impact your self-confidence and your mental wellbeing and it can also affect your social life, as you may be embarrassed to speak or smile in front of other people, even friends, family and loved ones. Dental implants in Bromley are an excellent solution for replacing your missing teeth.

 Implant retained dentures

If you have been using dentures to replace your missing teeth then you need to speak to us at the practice and find out about dental implants in Bromley.  Despite advances in dental technology patients who have been using dentures often report embarrassing situations where dentures have fallen out, wobble, rub against the gums and cause other issues which are embarrassing and inconvenient. With dentures you may not be able to eat the food you enjoy and they can often affect the function of your mouth. Dental implants in Bromley are a permanent solution to replacing your missing teeth.  If you would like your dentures to be more reliable, comfortable and convenient then you need to speak to us and find out about implant retained dentures. In this case your dentures will be secured onto the implants so that they fit securely in place, give a much more natural appearance and restore the function of your mouth. Implant retained dentures can be removable or fixed depending on your personal preferences and they are an excellent alternative to traditional dentures. Speak to us to find out more about how they can improve quality of life.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants are designed to replace the root of your missing tooth. The implant is made up of three parts. Firstly there is a titanium screw which is inserted into the bone socket of your missing tooth. Then there is the abutment that is screwed into the implant, on to which we will join a crown or set of dentures according to your choice. An endosteal implant is the most common type of dental implant which is inserted into the bone itself and initiates a process known as osseointegration, which allows the implant to become a permanent fixture of the jaw. The surgery itself is carried out under local anaesthetic and the process takes a few months for the implant to successfully heal so that you can replace your missing teeth. Once you undergo dental implants in Bromley to replace your missing tooth or teeth you will be able to smile happily and confidently once again, enjoy the foods that you may not have been able to eat following tooth loss, maintain better oral health and restore the beauty of your smile. Speak to us at our practice today to find out more.

If you want to have an attractive smile, you may feel that having missing teeth is making it difficult to achieve that. There are several ways that you can get yourself a complete smile using crowns, dentures or bridges. However, at Bromley Dental Practice, we offer dental implants in Bromley that can securely fit replacement teeth in place, allowing you to smile with abandon! You won’t need to change your diet or worry about difficult maintenance; dental implants give you teeth that function like your natural ones.

What are dental implants?

Some patients can feel nervous at the thought of having replacement teeth; they worry that having replacement teeth won’t be as effective as having natural ones. While we always aim to help patients prevent tooth loss, sometimes there isn’t another way. Whether you’ve had an accident, been unable to maintain good oral hygiene or taken certain medications, there can be many reasons why teeth are lost. It is then important to find a way of treating the issue since leaving any remaining natural teeth over-exposed to bacteria can lead to further problems.

Technology in dentistry is always evolving, and one of the most advanced solutions to missing teeth is dental implants in Bromley. The implantation process involves metal screws being attached to your jawbone, and these screws act like artificial roots for your replacement teeth. With an abutment, we can then attach the desired replacement teeth – either crowns, bridges or dentures, depending on how many you need replacing.

Why should I choose dental implants?

Dental implants in Bromley offer a plethora of advantages. Firstly, having dental implants allows you to smile freely as nobody would be able to tell your implants apart from your natural teeth. Replacement teeth are made to complement any remaining natural teeth that you have, and our dentists will be able to determine the size, shape and shade of the replacements. The result should be a beautiful smile that you can be proud of.

A further benefit of choosing implants is the fact that they are extremely easy to maintain. Like your natural teeth, all you will need to do to keep your dental implants in order is brush and floss regularly, as well as attend your routine dental checkups. It couldn’t be easier, and by looking after your implants, they could last a lifetime!

Another reason to go wild about dental implants is the fact that you can continue to eat chewy or hard foods without the worry that your replacement teeth will loosen. When the screws are attached to your jawbone, we allow them to heal for several weeks while you have temporary replacement teeth attached. This period of healing involves the body’s tissue bonding around the metal. We use titanium, which is particularly effective at achieving this.

What next?

If you think that you would like to have dental implants, all you need to do is book an initial consultation with our friendly and professional team here at Bromley Dental Practice. We will examine your mouth thoroughly to discuss the treatment options with you. If dental implants are considered the way forward for your particular needs, you could be on your way to getting a complete smile in no time at all – and that’s a reason to make you smile!

When you have a gap in your teeth as an adult, it can cause more than an aesthetic issue. For many people, gaps in their teeth also create issues with biting into and chewing food, which in turn can lead to digestive issues. Unfilled gaps between your teeth can also attract bacteria and plaque, and such areas may require fillings and crowns simply because they are harder to clean using a regular toothbrush.

Luckily, there is now a way to alleviate the issues associated with having gaps in your smile without the need for dental adhesives or fitted bridges, and at Bromley Dental Practice, we are proud to offer this to you.

At Bromley Dental Practice, our team is happy to offer our suitable patients dental implants in Bromley. These fitted metal screws can be affixed to the jaw and then allow us to attach an oral prosthetic securely in place. We can then close that gap without concern about movement or messy dental adhesives. Great!

In this article, we answer common concerns that many of our patients have relating to the fitting of dental implants in Bromley, so read on to learn more.

Why should I get oral implants?

There are many advantages to having dental implants in Bromley fitted, some of which we have already discussed. For many patients, it is simply a case of having an oral prosthetic fitted that allows them to bite into and chew food as they did when they had natural teeth. The oral implant can be shade-matched so that it blends in with any surrounding teeth that you have without causing an issue or looking artificial. Alternatively, if you have an entire set of dentures fitted using oral implants, you can choose any shade of white you want for your new teeth.

Does the fitting hurt?

During the surgery to fit oral implants, you will be quite comfortable, and our team will ensure that your mouth is numbed sufficiently before beginning. Once you are at home afterwards and the numbing agents wear off, you may notice a sensation similar to bruising along with the soreness of the gums. We generally advise against taking ibuprofen or aspirin as these can thin the blood and worsen the bruising.

How long will it be until I can wear my false teeth?

Between the fitting of the implants and your prosthetics being attached, there will typically be a period of between 3 and 6 months. Our team may sometimes even wait for up to 12 months for an implant to fuse, but after this, we will consider it a failed treatment and look towards other restorative options.

How do I keep my implants clean?

Once the implants have fused to the jaw and the prosthetic is attached, you can keep your implants clean in the same way that you keep your natural teeth clean: daily brushing,

flossing and, of course, biannual visits to see our team.

How long will they last?

With the correct aftercare highlighted above, your oral implants should easily last for up to and over 20 years. If you have concerns that your implants are coming loose, then please contact our team for an urgent appointment.

Thanks to significant advances in dental technology, missing teeth can be a thing of the past. There is no need to have unsightly and unhealthy gaps in your teeth. Tooth loss can be addressed more effectively than ever before and here at our dental practice we are available to help. Tooth loss occurs as a result of many different factors. Poor oral hygiene is the main cause of tooth loss in adults. It is important that you visit our dentist here at the dental surgery on a regular basis to keep your mouth free of plaque and tartar and to help prevent the formation of a range of dental issues. If plaque and tartar are allowed to build up on your teeth then they can result in a number of conditions which can cause irreversible damage to your teeth. Eventually this can result in tooth loss or it can mean you have to undergo a tooth extraction which can then cause weakness of the surrounding teeth and result in further tooth loss if not addressed immediately.

Losing teeth as an adult can be an uncomfortable and embarrassing situation to find yourself in. If you have lost a tooth, whether as a result of poor oral hygiene or you have had to undergo a tooth extraction, you need to speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice and find out about dental implants in Bromley. Dental implants in Bromley are a stable solution for replacing your missing teeth. With much research and development over the last few decades they have now become the gold standard in tooth replacement therapy across the world. They are the treatment of choice amongst dentists and patients alike and they help address your missing teeth, possibly for the rest of your life.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants in Bromley are small titanium components which act as replacement roots for your missing teeth. You can have a single dental implant or you can have multiple dental implants depending on your dental requirements. It is possible to replace all your teeth with dental implants if necessary.

Firstly our highly skilled dentists will find out if dental implants in Bromley are suitable for you. They will carry out an examination of your teeth and gums to identify any other underlying dental problems which may be affecting your oral health. These will be rectified if necessary. The dentist will check for the quality and quantity of alveolar bone in your jaw to ensure that there is sufficient healthy bone to hold the implant firmly in place. If so then a small hole will be drilled into the bone socket, where your missing tooth used to be, into which the dental implant can be inserted. A process known as osseointegration will help embed the implant into place so that it becomes a permanent fixture in your mouth. This implant is the foundation for your choice of prosthetic whether you require crowns, a bridge or a set of dentures to replace your missing teeth. Speak to us at the dental practice today to find out more.