Dental implants
A long-term solution for missing teeth
If you want to understand more about the dental implant procedure as well as other cosmetic dentistry treatments, Acorn Dental Health in Hedge End can help. Our missing tooth replacement and full-mouth restoration services are some of the best across the length and breadth of Southampton.
We can provide you with a range of dental implant types depending on your requirements. Implants start from £2500. We keep our prices extremely competitive and offer a number of dental payment plans through Denplan. Book your appointment now.
Dr Sherwin BDS Dip Imp Dent RCS
Nicholas has undergone extensive postgraduate training acquiring a diploma in implant dentistry from the royal college of surgeons. He is currently involved as a surgical mentor on the internationally renowned Tipton Training implant course based in Watford London.
Dr Nicholas Sherwin
BDS Dip Imp Dent RCS (GDC No: 73331)
Nicholas has undergone extensive postgraduate training acquiring a diploma in implant dentistry from the royal college of surgeons. He is currently involved as a surgical mentor on the internationally renowned Tipton Training implant course based in Watford London.
Dental implants - What To Expect
When considering implants you will be able to see Dr Nick Sherwin to discuss your dental needs and set out the treatment goals you wish to achieve. Nick will then carry out a full clinical assessment using intra oral scanners and 3D imaging of the jaw bone to accurately assess and tailor the best treatment options for you in order to achieve those goals.
You will receive a full treatment plan explaining your alternative options along with details of the stages and cost of the treatment you have choose.
Your surgery will then be carried out here at the practice where you will receive our full care and support to make the process as pleasant as possible. Implants are usually restored with teeth three months after the surgery has been completed. Timing of the treatment and finance options would be discussed in more details at you planning stage.
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Types of implants
Neodent
Neodent implants are part of the Straumann group and have for the past 30yrs become a leading dental implant system with over 3 million implants sold worldwide. There knowledge and experience has produced an extremely high quality implant with excellent long term survival rates.
Bicon
The Bicon short implant is another long established implant system with 38 years of clinical use. The short nature of these implants allows for safe use around vital structures and minimize the need for bone grafting procedures that would otherwise add an additional cost and complication to the treatment. They can often be placed in areas where there is insufficient bone to place other implant systems.
Zirconia dental implants
Dental implants have be made from medical grade titanium for the last 60 years with no known allergies. However, with an increase in patients suffering with metal sensitivities there is becoming a demand for a metal free alternative. We are now able to offer a metal free alternative in Zirconia implants.
Zirconia implants have been used in Europe for over a decade and can provide excellent biocompatibility. Zirconia is an extremely stable material meaning that it does not trigger an allergic or inflammatory response in the body leading to its excellent biocompatibility. Although not suitable for everyone, zirconia dental implants may be a better choice for particular clinical situations.
Advantages of choosing zirconia dental implants
- Zirconia is the only viable option for a patient wishing to have metal-free dental implants. This material is inert and can be a good choice for people with known metal allergies or sensitivities.
- Zirconia implants may be more aesthetically pleasing, eliminating the risk of dark lines around the gingival margin.
- A metal-free zirconia implant could be healthier for the soft tissue because this material retains less plaque and calculus than titanium, especially when a one-piece zirconia implant is selected.
- Zirconia has good flexural strength and is known to be superior to other ceramics in resistance to fracture. Its white colour, low modulus of elasticity, and low thermal conductivity have made this material a desirable choice for implant dentistry.
- Clinical studies have shown zirconia to be as good as titanium in terms of Osseointegration. This is due to the high level of contact between the implant and the jaw bone, allowing the bone to fuse firmly with the implant, resulting in Osseointegration.
Ultra-Short implants
The Bicon short implant is a long established implant system. The short nature of these implants allows for safe use around vital structures and minimize the need for bone grafting procedures that would otherwise add an additional cost and complication to the treatment. They can often be placed in areas where there is insufficient bone to place other implant systems.
PRF Platelet rich fibrin
Implants need bone to be placed in, unfortunately this bone can be lost when a tooth is removed or over time if the tooth has been missing for some time. If there is insufficient bone we often have to replace this bone with either processed animal bone or a man-made artificial form of bone. Dr Sherwin can offer PRF this is where a small amount of your blood is taken and processed in a centrifuge to produce a platelet rich fibrin clot, rich in the most important components of your normal blood clot. Placed in a socket after tooth removal PRF can reduce the amount of bone lost or mixed with artificial bone improve the uptake of any bone grafting procedure.
All on 4 Dental Implants
Many people are suffering from loose dentures, broken or missing teeth, but this doesn’t need to be the case. All on 4 dental implants might be the perfect solution for you.
The “All on 4” concept involves placing 4, or more, implants into the bone of the jaw, providing a strong and stable foundation for a full-arch fixed set of teeth. Known as a bridge.
The aim of the treatment is to transform your mouth with a brand-new smile that looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth.
What does this treatment involve?
Initial consultation: Your dentist will assess your oral health and determine if you are a suitable candidate for All on 4 dental implants.
Treatment planning: Using advanced imaging technology, your dentist will create a customized treatment plan to ensure optimal implant placement.
Surgery: Under local anaesthesia, your dentist will remove any teeth and place the implants into your jawbone.
Temporary bridge: In many cases, a temporary fixed bridge is placed on the same day as the implant surgery.
Healing period: You’ll need to wait for the implants to integrate with your jawbone, which usually takes around 3-6 months.
Final Bridge: Once the healing is complete, your dentist will replace the temporary bridge with a permanent, custom-made bridge.
For a dental implant assessment, call our dentists in Hedge End today.