Dental Implants in Oxford

Dental implants are a long lasting solution when it comes to managing tooth loss. They are ideal as a permanent replacement for missing teeth and can provide patients with restored mouth functions. In some cases, dental implants can last up to 30 years, but this partly comes down to how well you look after them. You should treat implants in the same way you do your natural teeth, by ensuring that you stick to having regular checkups with your dentist after having dental implants in Oxford.

A dental bridge works by securing teeth and preventing them from shifting. Unlike dental implants, dental bridges don’t use screws in the jaw, which is used for implant treatment as a way of preserving bone loss and creating a more secure bond between the crown and the titanium implant. Dental implants are stronger and much longer lasting than bridges, however, the treatment for dental bridges is less invasive than the treatment for implants. If you’re not too sure which treatment would be best suited for you, or if you have any reservations, then you’re more than welcome to discuss these further with your dentist during your initial consultation for dental implants in Oxford.

Dental implants are one of the only permanent solutions for resolving tooth loss. There are, however, some alternative methods and treatments which we can recommend instead of dental implants if we find that they might not be the right treatment for you.

Dental Bridges use the same material as dental implants to create a replacement crown. This crown is put into place and uses the two supporting teeth to set and stabilise the crown. When bonding is complete, these teeth help to form a bridge - hence the name! - over the missing tooth.

Dentures can often be used as an alternative treatment to dental implants in Oxford. Dentures are much less invasive than dental implants, however, they do require more maintenance and need to be removed regularly for cleaning and when sleeping. Whilst dentures are still a popular option for patients, they are becoming less popular over time.

Most patients are suitable for dental implants, however, there are some cases where implants may not be the best option for you. This is why we offer you to come in for a consultation where we can discuss this further with you. During this consultation, we will check the overall condition and health of your teeth and gums, as well as your bone density. Checking the condition of your bone density is important, as this influences the success of your dental implants.

If you have low bone density, then we may need to consider the option of a bone graft to increase the amount of bone to which the implant can fuse. For implant procedures to work, there needs to be enough bone within the jaw and this must be strong enough to hold and support the implant for many years to come. Most of our patients for dental implants in Oxford are aged 50 and over, however, there is no upper age limit to having implants. Tooth loss can occur at any adult age, whether this be due to accidents or simply ageing, which is why we always base our decision on the outcome of your dental implant consultation.

We get regular feedback from our patients having treatment for dental implants as to how much they loved their treatment and experience with us at Beyond Dental. Our team prides themselves on ensuring your treatment is as comfortable as it can be - after all, having dental implants is a significant procedure. Our dental implantologist is one of the leading surgeons in the UK, so you can rest assured that you’re in safe hands and can be confident that you’ll see fantastic results.

Our practices are well-equipped to carry out dental implant treatments. In Oxford, we use advanced dental technology to ensure that you don’t need to venture out to other practices for referrals, scans or X-rays - it’s all within our practice! Our practice is designed with luxury in mind, so you can lie back and relax during your treatment, with breaks as and when needed.