Dental Implant Costs in East Finchley | What's Included?

There are no hidden charges. The £2,500 fee covers the essential steps in the implant process. It includes a thorough consultation and a 3D CBCT scan that shows your jawbone in detail, the surgical placement of the titanium implant itself, and all appointments to monitor healing. The final restoration—the porcelain crown—costs extra after healing. For example, a recent East Finchley patient with a missing molar had a total of £3,600 including the crown. We accept Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna to help cover part of the cost.

Implants are the best option when you have one or more missing teeth and want a fixed long term replacement that feels natural. You may be a good candidate if you want to prevent bone loss after tooth loss, which helps preserve facial structure. It is also suitable if removable dentures are uncomfortable. We will confirm your suitability with a 3D scan to ensure enough jawbone density. Implants offer strong long term results with high success rates in studies.

The full process typically takes four to nine months. It starts with a 60 minute consultation, a 3D CBCT scan, and a personalised treatment plan. The next step is implant placement, a procedure lasting about 60 to 90 minutes under local anaesthetic. You will feel pressure but not pain. Then comes a healing period of three to six months to allow the implant to fuse with the jawbone, a process known as osseointegration. After healing, you return for two shorter visits to fit the permanent crown and restore your smile and bite.

Your comfort and healing are the priorities. In the first one to three days you may have moderate discomfort around five out of ten, managed with over the counter pain relief such as ibuprofen. Swelling tends to peak around 48 hours and can be reduced with ice applied for 20 minutes at a time. Eat soft foods like soup, yogurt, and smoothies. After the first week discomfort should lessen. Avoid chewing hard or crunchy foods on the surgical site for six to eight weeks. Red flags: call the practice during office hours if pain increases after day four, if you have a fever above 38 degrees, or any pus from the site. For emergencies outside hours, call 111 or go to the nearest A and E.

While implants are often the preferred option, other choices exist. A fixed bridge uses crowns on teeth beside the gap to support a false tooth. This can be faster and cost less upfront than an implant, but it requires grinding down healthy teeth. A removable partial denture is another option. It is usually cheaper but less stable and must be removed for daily cleaning, which some patients find inconvenient.

To make an informed decision, ask the right questions whether you meet with us or another practice in East Finchley. Inquire if the quoted price covers both the implant surgery and the final crown. Check whether the fee includes the 3D CBCT scan and all follow-up appointments. Ask about potential extra costs for bone grafting if needed. Find out which brand of dental implant is used. Confirm whether the practice accepts your insurance plan, such as Denplan or Cigna.