Dental Implants in Durham

Dental implants provide a significantly better long-term solution to broken or missing teeth with an extremely high success rate.

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. A dentist surgically places it into the jaw to securely support a prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, or denture. Manufacturers make implants from titanium because living tissue readily accepts it. The ideal outcome of dental implantation is osseointegration, where the bone grows and integrates directly with the implant to hold it firmly in place.

The Dental Implant Procedure

To achieve this level of integration, it is important to be examined by a qualified and experienced dental professional.

The procedure will happen in stages, typically:

• The initial stage of the procedure would be to undertake a thorough examination to identify any signs of gum disease and assess the quality of the bone.
• Next, we will arrange a scan to assess the quality and density of your bone and to check the shape of the area before any treatment begins.

Under anaesthesia, the dentist gently prepares the bone for the titanium implant. The dentist then closes the gum with stitches or grafting before allowing it to heal.

The bone tissue itself will grow and begin to anchor itself upon the specially designed textured surface of the titanium implant. During this healing process, patients are given a temporary bridge or denture.

After healing, the dentist lifts the gum to attach a healing cap to the implant. Four to six weeks later, once the gum has matured, the dentist completes the final permanent restoration.

Advantages of Dental Implants

Dental implants have many advantages. They avoid bone loss associated with dentures and provide improved functionality and hygiene. They can help avoid the loss of healthy teeth associated with bridges and can provide better function and aesthetics when compared to other dental solutions.

Why choose CSDP?

Our dentists with special interests, Scott has had many years of experience with hundreds of successful case studies! Plus, to make treatment more accessible, we also offer 0% finance options, allowing you to spread the cost of your dental implants in Sunderland into manageable monthly payments. This means you don’t have to delay the smile you want or need.

If you’re considering dental implants, our team is here to guide you every step of the way, from your initial consultation through to your final restoration so that you can move forward with complete confidence in your care and your outcome.

Where are we based?

Situated 7 miles from Sunderland city centre, we are based in Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 4DN, 10 Church Street.