Dental Implant

An implant is an artificial tooth root made of titanium, which we position in the place where your tooth was missing. We later attach a crown to the root — and the result is a tooth that sits firmly, functions fully, and looks just like your own. The technique has been used and refined since the 1970s and is today one of the most predictable treatments we offer.

How it works

We divide the process into calm stages, giving each phase the time it needs.

• Placement. Under local anaesthesia we position the implant in the jawbone. It is a minor procedure — most patients are surprised by how straightforward it is.
• Healing. Over two to six months the bone grows around and fuses with the implant. It is this anchoring that makes the solution so durable.
• The crown. Once the implant is secure, we fabricate the final crown and attach it. Only then is the tooth truly yours again.

Why an implant

Unlike a bridge, where we would need to prepare the neighbouring teeth, the implant stands entirely on its own. If the neighbouring teeth are healthy, they get to stay that way. Research shows that around 90–95% of implants are still functioning after ten years — provided they are properly cared for.

Looking after it

An implant cannot develop cavities, but the gum tissue around it needs to be kept clean. We will show you how to make this simple in everyday life, and we monitor the foundation at your check-ups — so your new tooth lasts for years to come.