Implant dentistry represents in the words of Gordon Christensen, one of Americas foremost dental practitioners and teachers, “The most significant advance in Dentistry in the last 50 years”.

Essentially, dental Implants are titanium “screws” placed into the jaw- bone, which will fuse to the bone and can be used to replace missing teeth either singly e.g a missing front tooth, up to complete replacement of all missing teeth. Additionally, on a simpler basis, they can be used to stabilise and secure loose dentures, particularly in the lower jaw. Routinely, we find that about 70% of patients do not have adequate bone support to provide optimal Implant based treatment. Do Not Worry! This is a routine finding world wide in Implant practice. We are able to rebuild both the gum and bone where required, using up to date techniques and materials as appropriate.

As with all types of comprehensive dentistry, the success of the final outcome is dependant on in depth planning and discussion before any treatment is carried out. This will routinely involve discussions with you, the patient, ourselves and our experienced technicians who carry out the construction of the teeth, which are fitted to the Implants. The most important aspect of this is fully discussing and establishing what your wishes and needs are. This drives all the treatment planning.

Jeremy Harris, who carries out most of the Implant treatment, initially became interested in Implant dentistry in 1989 and has been placing and restoring Implants since 1993. He has placed well over 1000 Implants and is trained and experienced in the various surgical techniques required to rebuild gum and bone tissue as needed. This compliments the advanced techniques involved in the provision of the replacement teeth.

The patient consultation, treatment and sterilisation areas have all been designed to provide this specialised treatment to an optimal level. Presently, the Practice uses various Implant systems, including ‘Anklyos’* a German system which has a unique design which makes the provision of natural looking front teeth much more predictable than other systems. The prodigy and Maestro systems from Biohorizons, an American company, are routinely used for back teeth. Again, the unique design features of these two systems provide for optimal performance of Implants in the back of the mouth.

We consider that we are able to offer the most comprehensive, technically advanced Implant treatment in the area. We have 12 years experience of placing Implants and 16 years if interest / training in the field as well as a purpose designed and equipped facility to provide the treatment. This is all backed up by support from a trained and experienced support team of nurses and administrative staff who are all essential to the success of your treatment.

Further information

Anklyos Implants

Maestro Restorations

Prodigy