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Dental Implants with Dr Leventis from just £1950, book your consultation today!
Dental implants may be the procedure you need if a tooth has been lost, fractured, or extracted leaving you with an unsightly gap. Our renowned dentist, Dr Leventis, will also be able to help you if you have had an implant placed previously and you require further work with your existing implants to create the perfect smile for you.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants offer a strong, secure, and natural looking solution for missing teeth. They are highly advanced in dental restoration and a truly modern way to fill in the gaps in your smile.
The implant itself is a surgically placed titanium post, which are shaped like a screw and serve as a secure root for the new tooth. It will function as your ordinary teeth do when you are chewing, talking, and laughing. You won’t be able to notice any difference between your natural teeth and an implant.
Implants can also be used to support fixed bridges or dentures in multiple spaces.
Implant treatment normally has two stages. First, the implant is placed in the jaw. Then, when the jaw has healed, replacement teeth are attached to the implant. In some situations, it is possible for temporary teeth to be attached to an implant at the time of fitting.
Why choose Implants?
If you only have a single gap missing, it is less invasive way to fix a gap. Implants do not impact on any other teeth unlike bridges which may require healthy teeth to be cut down. A missing tooth can significantly affect the way you eat, speak, and feel. The gap can cause your facial shape to lose structure, as your gums can shrink, and the remaining teeth will move over time. Dental implants not only restore your smile, but they can also greatly improve your quality of life and self-confidence.
Since it is an individual tooth standing, you can look after it just like your own teeth. You can floss, clean, and function just like with natural teeth. We can use dental implants to provide stable and supported replacements for life, without the worry that your restoration will slip or fail.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Secure – dental implants stay firmly in place and will not slip when you are eating or speaking and won’t become loose over time. This is because they are held in place by your jawbone, so you can be confident of their strength and durability.
- Aesthetic – implants look and feel just like natural teeth. You will be able to eat, drink and talk just as you did before, as well as show off a wonderful smile.
- Effective – dental implants are a well-established, safe, and highly effective way of replacing one or more missing teeth in any part of your mouth.
- Supportive – implants help to support and sustain your facial structure and remaining natural teeth. They protect your gum and can be fitted with no detrimental effect on any existing healthy teeth.
- Innovative – implants use state-of-the-art digital dental technology, combined with the specialist expertise of Dr Leventis to create the next best thing to a natural tooth.
WOULD IMPLANTS BE RIGHT FOR ME?
The need for implants is dependent on the individual. Contact us to arrange an implant consultation. and we will let you know the possibilities. Our team will be happy to help you with any questions you may have.
THE IMPLANT PROCESS
You will have your initial consultation with Dr Minas Leventis, a renowned expert in the field of implantology. You will discuss exactly what you want to achieve from the procedure and Dr Leventis will be able to walk you through the process and how your end results should look.
Once booked, Dr Leventis will start the procedure by firstly, placing implants into the jaw under local anaesthetic. You can opt to have sedation for this procedure if you wish.
Once the implant is in place, the gum is stitched so that it will heal over the implant. Temporary solutions are available depending on the situation.
The bone then grows round the implant to hold it firm. This takes several months; we just advise patients to avoid chewing hard foods around that area.
You will then return to the surgery after around 3 months for placement of the final artificial tooth.
About Dr Minas Leventis;
Dr Leventis has over 20 years’ experience in the field and holds a DDS (1999) in Dentistry and an MSc (2004) and a PhD (2010) in Oral Surgery. In 2008 he also attended a post-graduate program in Periodontics and Implantology. Dr Leventis is currently on the Faculty of the Dental School, University of Athens as a Visiting Clinical Instructor and Researcher, where he teaches students Oral Surgery, Bone Grafting and Implantology, while undertaking extensive experimental research. He has been invited to lecture extensively throughout the world on a variety of scientific topics in Oral Surgery. Read more…
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Dr Leventis is an excellent oral surgeon with a gentle touch and reassuring manner. Highly recommended.
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Dr Minas is an exceptional implantologist. I came to Minas needing an implant in one of my front four top teeth (the important one!) and wanted to make sure I picked the right person that would make my smile look the best is possibly could. Within minutes he put my mind at ease and made me feel as though there was nothing to worry about…. Minas has an attention to detail that I haven’t seen in any other dentists and is a complete perfectionist…
FAQ’s
Dental implants are typically suitable for most individuals, provided they are generally in good health and capable of undergoing a routine dental procedure, such as extraction. It’s beneficial if you have good oral hygiene, healthy gums, and enough bone in your jaw to attach the implant. If you don’t have enough bone density, a bone graft is often a viable solution. Dental implants are generally not recommended for younger patients with still-developing jaws. It also helps if the patient is not a heavy smoker, this is because smoking can slow down the healing process. We will thoroughly discuss your overall suitability for implant treatment at your initial consultation and it’s likely you will be suitable for the treatment.
Local anaesthetic is administered during dental implant surgery to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure, you won’t be able to feel a thing! Following the treatment, it is normal to experience some discomfort, which can be effectively managed with pain relief advised by your dentist. Implant treatment is often less painful than having a tooth extraction, and most patients can return to their usual routines the next day.
The whole process, from missing teeth to secure fixed replacements, can take several months. While the implant surgery itself is a relative quick procedure, the implant requires around 3-6 months to heal and fuse before the permanent teeth can be fixed into place. The treatment process may take a little longer if you require a bone graft or other procedures prior to the implant, but we know your new smile will be worth the wait!
With proper care, dental implants have the potential to last a lifetime. This means maintaining an excellent brushing and flossing routine, looking after your general health and making sure to attend regular appointments with your dentist. It’s important to note that while the dental implant itself is designed for long-term durability, the crown or bridge it supports may require replacement over time due to the natural wear and tear that occurs.
No, dental implants are made to look and feel exactly like natural teeth. We will match the shape and colour of your existing teeth when creating your final fixed crown or bridge so that it blends seamlessly into your new smile.