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Single implant restores patient's comfort

January 14, 2020

Mr W was referred to Elmsleigh House as his denture was uncomfortable and always got food trapped underneath. He saw Kit Spears from our dental implant team, who assessed and discussed Mr W’s options to replace his missing tooth.

 

Mr Roger Wane Dental implant smile

 

Understandably, Mr W didn’t want to leave a gap, and he didn’t want to have a denture for the long-term. A bridge was considered, but he didn’t want to damage the adjacent teeth, and there were concerns about the viability of a bridge with his bite. So it was decided that a dental implant was the best option for the long-term.

 

Kit placed a dental implant to restore Mr W’s upper right front tooth under local anaesthetic. Mr W found the procedure to be comfortable throughout, and discomfort afterwards was minimal. Although the treatment time for dental implants can be several months, Mr W was able to wear his denture throughout his treatment, so he was never left with a gap.

 

After several months of healing, the top of the implant was uncovered and a small titanium cylindrical post attached, protruding through and shaping the gum.

 

Several weeks later, impressions were taken of Mr W’s teeth and a colour match selected for the new crown. A dental laboratory constructed the crown, and a talented ceramist made the porcelain to match the shape, colour and translucency of Mr W’s adjacent teeth. The crown was tested in place, and as Mr W was delighted with its fit, look and feel, it was securely attached.

 

Mr Roger Wane dental implant smile

 

Mr W is now able to eat in comfort and is delighted with the finished result.

 

For more information about dental implants, call the Welcome Team on 01252 713797 or request a callback online.

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