Full Mouth Dental Implants for Finchley Central Patients

Full mouth dental implants are the standard option when you have widespread tooth loss. You should consider this if you have several missing or failing teeth, or if your dentures are loose and uncomfortable. Many Finchley Central patients choose this fixed, permanent solution because it feels and works like real teeth. This treatment also helps prevent jawbone loss after tooth loss, helping to maintain your facial structure. With success rates around 90 to 95 percent over ten years, it offers a solid long-term choice for your health.

Your treatment is planned carefully for the best result. First comes a 60-minute consultation with a 3D CBCT scan to assess jawbone density and create a precise surgical plan. The placement surgery, with four to six implants per arch, can take several hours under local anaesthetic. Afterward comes a healing period of three to six months, during which the implants fuse to the bone in a process called osseointegration. You wear a comfortable temporary bridge during this time. When healing is complete, we fit the final bridge, made to match your bite and securely attached to the implants. A Finchley Central patient with gum disease-related upper teeth loss underwent an All-on-6 bridge; the full process took seven months and restored his ability to eat and smile with confidence. Another patient with a loose lower denture now has a fixed bridge supported by four implants, which improved daily comfort.

Recovery requires care and time. For the first three to five days expect swelling and some discomfort, which you can manage with prescribed pain relief and ice. Follow a soft food diet for the first week. We provide clear cleaning instructions to protect against infection. Long term, maintain excellent oral hygiene around the bridge and implants. Regular hygiene visits help the teeth last. If pain increases after day four, you have a fever above 38°C, or a foul taste from the area, call us during office hours (Mon, Wed, Fri 9 to 5; Tue, Thu 11 to 7). For after hours emergencies go to A&E or call 111.

Other options exist alongside full mouth implants. Conventional removable dentures are affordable at first but can be unstable, affect speech and taste, and do not prevent bone loss. An implant-retained denture uses two or more implants to hold a removable denture, offering much better stability than traditional dentures but not the permanence of a fixed bridge. During your consultation we will discuss the pros and cons of each option based on your dental health, lifestyle, and budget.

A full arch of dental implants is a major investment in your long-term health. The total cost varies with the number of implants (for example All-on-4 or All-on-6), the final bridge material, and whether bone grafting is needed. This is a private treatment and not available on the NHS. You will receive a detailed personalised quote after your initial consultation and 3D scan, with no hidden fees. We accept private dental insurance from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna, which may cover part of the cost. Please check the specifics of your policy.

To make an informed choice whether with us or another North London practice, ask these essential questions. What implant brand do you use and what is its track record? Does the quote cover the temporary and final bridges and all appointments? What material do you recommend for the final bridge and why? Will I need bone grafting, and is that an extra cost? Finally, ask about their experience with full arch cases and what the long-term maintenance plan involves.