Expert Dental Implant Treatment for North Finchley Patients

Dental implants replace missing teeth and suit adults in good health. Consider implants if you have one or more missing teeth due to injury, decay, or gum disease. They are also a better option if loose or uncomfortable dentures affect your confidence or eating. A North Finchley patient chose an implant to replace a failing bridge to avoid relying on neighboring teeth. Implants also help prevent jawbone loss and support facial structure over time.

The process is careful and designed for lasting success. First, you have a 60-minute consultation with a 3D CBCT scan to check bone density and plan placement. Next comes the implant placement, 60-90 minutes under local anaesthetic, placing a titanium post in the jawbone. Then a healing period of 3-6 months for osseointegration. Finally, a 30-45 minute visit to fit the crown. The whole journey usually takes 4 to 9 months.

Your comfort and healing are our priority. For the first 1-3 days expect some discomfort and swelling, manageable with over-the-counter painkillers and ice. Eat soft foods like soup, yogurt, and smoothies. In the weeks ahead, discomfort fades, but avoid chewing hard foods near the site. Long term care is like caring for a natural tooth: brush, floss, and keep regular hygiene visits. Red flags requiring a call include fever over 38C, increasing pain after day 4, or a foul smell from the site. Call during office hours for guidance. For emergencies outside hours, contact NHS 111 or visit A and E.

While implants have a high success rate over 10 years, consider other options. A fixed bridge can be quicker, often 2-3 weeks, but it requires trimming healthy adjacent teeth to act as supports. A removable partial denture is cheaper initially but is less stable, can affect speech, and must be removed for cleaning. In your consultation we will give a clear assessment of which option fits your dental health, lifestyle, and budget.

To choose wisely for your health, here are key questions to ask any provider, whether it is our team in Finchley or another practice. First check if the quoted price includes the surgery, the abutment, and the final crown or if these are billed separately. Also ask if the initial 3D CBCT scan and follow-up visits are covered. Inquire about the need for a bone graft and its cost. Ask which brand of implant they use and its long term data. Finally confirm if they take your dental insurance such as Denplan or Cigna to understand your out of pocket costs.

We offer clear pricing with no surprises. At our Finchley clinic, a single implant starts from £2,500. This includes the titanium implant, placement, all planning scans, and follow-up appointments to monitor healing. The final crown cost is separate, since it is chosen after healing. We are a private practice and accept insurance from providers including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. A detailed written plan with all costs is provided at your consultation.