When it comes to dental care in this day and age, we have got almost every base covered.

If you want whiter teeth without sensitivity, we can offer you veneers. If you want a more symmetrical smile without metal, we can offer you invisible aligners. And if you want a missing tooth or teeth restored permanently, we can offer you oral implants.

Attached to your jaw, oral implants are a very long-term solution to missing teeth, that allows you to bite into harder foods and smile with confidence, without the hassle of dental glues and adhesives.

At Farnham Road Dental Practice, we can offer our suitable patients dental implants Guildford. Starting with a consultation and some X-rays, we can assess your suitability quickly and once fitted, provide you with targeted aftercare advice, catered to your mouth and any medical conditions that you may have. After all, keeping your smile looking great and functioning is what we do!

So, what are some of the most searched and asked questions about dental implants Guildford?

Our team answers them below.

Can I get them abroad cheaper?

Technically, yes, but you should always be wary of cosmetic dental options from abroad for set prices.

When you come to us for dental implants Guildford, we use excellent modern equipment to achieve the end result and, as mentioned before, we will cater your fitting and aftercare to your needs. In other countries, substandard materials may be used to offer a cheaper fitting cost, but the results will usually be subpar and ineffective. So, to ensure your implants are well fitted and long lasting, come to us.

Are they difficult to fit?

No.

Our team has fitted many oral implants and will ensure that the fitting is straightforward.

In simple terms, we numb the implant site and then make an incision into the gum, peeling it back to expose the bone. We then drill a hole into the jaw and fit the implant. Once that is firmly in place, we sew up the gum line and that is it. You have a newly fitted implant.

Can any dentist fit them?

No, any dentist who fits oral implants will need to have attended additional training courses to perform this procedure correctly.

At Farnham Road, we have many members of our team who are trained in implantology, so when you come to us, you are getting experts in this field of dentistry.

What aftercare is required?

Once your implants are fitted, you will need to refrain from eating hard foods, to ensure the fusing process can begin and to prevent the implant site from being aggravated.

To clean the area, for the first few days, use a saltwater rinse and when you brush your teeth, use a soft-bristled brush. Do not use mouthwashes and if you notice signs of infection (discolouration around the implant site, unrelenting soreness and an offensive smell or taste), contact our team. However this is rare.

For more guidance on your individual aftercare, talk to our team.

How long do they last?

With correct aftercare, maintenance (such as attending biannual check-ups) and refraining from smoking and drinking excessively, your oral implants can last up to and over 15 years.