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Replacing a missing tooth with an implant happens in stages: assessment, placement, healing, and fitting the final tooth. We use 3D imaging at the assessment to map your anatomy and set the timeline for your case.
Not knowing how the procedure unfolds is often the hardest part of deciding. Patients want to know the steps, how long each stage takes, and whether it hurts. Because the plan depends on your own bone and gum condition, we start with a clinical consultation for dental implants in London, where Dr Ope Sodeinde explains the sequence for your case and answers your questions.
The 3D imaging taken at your initial consultation shows bone density and the position of the nerves. Dr Ope Sodeinde uses it to plan the exact position and angle of each implant, and to decide whether you are suited to single implants, implant-supported bridges, or a full mouth rehabilitation.
Accurate planning also protects the implant afterwards, because a well-positioned implant is easier to keep clean. Once the implants are in, we give you a guide to caring for implants after surgery so the site heals as it should.
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Whether you have lost one tooth or need a full arch, the first question is whether your jawbone can hold the implant. Dr Ope Sodeinde assesses bone density and gum health to establish a stable foundation for the post.
At the same visit we go through what dental implants cost, itemised, and give you a clear account of the risks and complications, so you have the facts before you decide.
The assessment establishes what you need, from a single tooth to a full mouth restoration. If bone has been lost, we may recommend bone grafting before implants to build a stable foundation. Dr Ope Sodeinde uses this stage to map the position of each implant.
The titanium posts are placed in the jawbone under local anaesthetic. If you are anxious, we offer sedation for implant surgery. We choose from the implant systems we place according to your clinical needs. This step creates the root for your new tooth.
The bone now fuses with the implant, a process called osseointegration. It takes months rather than weeks, and we check the site during this period to confirm the post is secure. You can read about how long implants last once this bond has formed.
Once healed, an abutment is attached to the implant and a custom dental crown is fitted to it. The crown is the visible part of the tooth and is shaped and shaded to match your own teeth.
For patients missing several teeth, a small number of implants can carry an implant-supported bridge or a full arch. This gives a fixed alternative to removable dentures and restores a full bite.
Your treatment at our Primrose Hill practice is led by Dr Ope Sodeinde, specialist periodontist, who owns the practice and is registered as a specialist in periodontics (GDC No. 104071).
The first step is a clinical assessment to confirm you are eligible. If you have bone loss, we discuss a grafting sequence so the site can support an implant. You can view patient cases and stories to see how we manage different clinical situations.
It depends on your anatomy and the number of implants. We give you a realistic timeline at the consultation, including the number of visits, before treatment begins.
A full arch follows a set sequence of placement and fitting. Dr Ope Sodeinde plans the position of each implant from your jaw structure so the finished arch is stable.
The way the final tooth attaches to the implant varies between systems. We decide which method suits you at diagnosis and explain the mechanics of the chosen system at your assessment.
Fear of the dentist is a common reason for delaying treatment. We offer sedation for patients who are anxious, and the first appointment is an assessment, not a commitment. You can see what the £245 consultation includes and how to book it to begin.
Before you decide, it may help to check whether you are suitable for implants, look at patient cases, compare the implant systems we place, read about implant-supported bridges for replacing several teeth, and read our aftercare guide. Dr Ope Sodeinde will confirm the timeline and steps for your case at the consultation.
The consultation ends with a written plan and an itemised quote, both yours to keep and take to any other practice. It includes in-mouth x-rays and a complimentary second appointment so you have time to consider your options.
The £245 consultation fee goes towards the cost of any treatment you choose to have with us; it is not an extra on top. We also offer a 10-year implant warranty, subject to its written conditions. Payment arrangements can be discussed with our staff.
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111 Regent's Park Road, Primrose Hill, London NW1 8UR
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