Single-Tooth Dental Implants

Outstanding tooth replacement like no other.

Have you recently lost a tooth through an accident, sport or trauma? If so, I know how difficult it is to be left with a gap in your smile. I’m Dr Fezaan (Fez) Gatrad and here to help.

I provide beautiful, long-lasting and natural solutions to replace a missing tooth in the form of single-tooth dental implants.

A single state-of-the-art dental implant, coupled with a beautifully crafted crown, is sufficient to restore full functionality and aesthetics to any smile. It’s a great alternative to a conventional bridge or partial denture and represents the gold standard of modern dentistry.

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What is a single-tooth dental implant?

A dental implant is designed to fill a tooth gap and is the nearest thing we have to replicating a natural tooth.

Made from titanium, an implant is essentially a lightweight metal post or screw that anchors down into the jawbone. Over time, the biocompatible material physically integrates with the jawbone to become a natural part of the mouth. In doing so, it forms a super-strong structure that has little to no likelihood of movement, unlike partial dentures that can slip.

A single tooth implant consists of several different components that include:

• The implant itself is a highly engineered metal post typically made from titanium.
• The abutment is a connecting piece that joins the implant to the restored tooth.
• The crown is a beautifully crafted restoration tooth usually made from porcelain.

The advantages of a single-tooth implant over a conventional bridge

A dental implant provides significant advantages over other forms of tooth restoration:

It’s a standalone restoration – Unlike conventional bridges, a dental implant doesn’t rely on nearby natural teeth for support. Therefore, the health of neighbouring teeth is not compromised.

Better preserved bone – Because a dental implant replaces a tooth root, the bone is better preserved. With a conventional bridge, some of the remaining bone will continue diminishing. Essentially, dental implants integrate with your jawbone, keeping it healthy and intact.

Longer lasting – A dental implant is designed to be long-lasting and can remain in the mouth indefinitely, whereas a conventional bridge will need replacing every 7 to 12 years.

How is the implant procedure performed?

Understandably, some people are concerned about the single-tooth dental implant procedure, but they needn’t be. I have devoted most of my career to implant rehabilitation and can assure patients that they are in safe and trusted hands.

Here’s what you can expect:

• After much preplanning, your implant will be placed into the jaw using computer-guided surgical techniques. The surgical process is quick and is typically carried out under local anaesthetic.
• Once the implant is in position, it takes around 12 weeks to fuse with the bone. I’ll be in regular touch to keep an eye on progress.
• After the implant has fully stabilised in the jaw, a beautifully crafted crown is made to complete the look.
• In the meantime, a temporary crown can be placed to fill the gap.
• After 4 to 6 months, you’ll have a fully restored smile that not only looks good but allows you to eat without restriction.

If you want to replace a missing tooth or are fed up with an incomplete smile, come and talk to me about single-tooth dental implants today!

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