Dental Implants in North Finchley: Specialist-Level Care

Choosing a dentist comes down to experience and technology. Look for 3D CBCT scanning for precise planning, a track record of placing implants, and examples of their work. A 3D scan helps check bone density and avoid nerves, making outcomes safer and more predictable. A recent patient from North Finchley had a back molar missing; the CBCT showed enough bone and the implant was placed in 90 minutes. The total cost, including the crown, was £3,900, restoring full chewing function.

This option suits you if you have one or more missing teeth and want a fixed long term solution that does not affect adjacent teeth. You are a good candidate if you want to prevent jawbone loss after extraction, which helps keep your facial structure. Implants are also good if removable dentures feel uncomfortable or are inconvenient. They are anchored in the jawbone, offering stability dentures cannot match. The Oral Health Foundation reports dental implants have a success rate over 95 percent over 10 years, making them a solid choice for your oral health.

The process starts with a 60 minute consultation and a 3D CBCT scan to assess your jawbone. If you’re a suitable candidate, the next appointment is the implant placement, a minor surgical procedure lasting 60 to 90 minutes under local anaesthetic. You won’t feel pain; you may feel pressure. There is a healing period of 3 to 6 months for osseointegration. Then two short appointments to take impressions and fit your permanent crown. Overall, the treatment typically spans four to seven months.

After placement you can expect mild to moderate discomfort for 3 to 5 days, managed with over the counter pain relief such as ibuprofen. Swelling may peak at 48 to 72 hours; an ice pack on the cheek for 20 minutes at a time can help. Stick to soft foods for the first week. Keep the area clean with gentle rinsing. Call the practice if you experience increasing pain after day four, a fever, or a bad taste from the site during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9 to 5, Tue/Thu 11 to 7). For out of hours emergencies, contact 111.

A Fixed Bridge uses crowns on adjacent teeth to support a false tooth. It can be faster (2 to 3 weeks) but requires grinding down healthy teeth, which we prefer to avoid. A Removable Partial Denture is usually cheaper initially but is less stable, may affect speech and taste, and must be removed for cleaning. A denture is often best as a temporary option while you consider a more permanent choice like an implant. We discuss the pros and cons during your consultation to find what fits your dental health and budget.

At our Finchley practice a single dental implant starts from £2,500. This covers the surgical placement of the titanium implant and all essential 3D CBCT scans for planning, plus follow up visits. The price for the final restoration, such as the porcelain crown, is quoted separately as it can vary. For example, a 30 year old patient from Whetstone needed a front tooth implant with high aesthetics. The total cost was higher to achieve a perfect shade match with a high translucency crown. We accept private dental insurance from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna and provide a fully itemised treatment plan with no hidden fees.

To make an informed choice, consider these questions whether you meet with us or another practice in North London. What brand of implant do you use and what is its long term success rate? Is the quoted price for the implant surgery alone or does it include the final crown? Will I need a bone graft and what is the extra cost? Do you use 3D CBCT scanning for planning every case? What are the payment options and do you accept my dental insurance?