Dental implants in Tenbury Wells
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone where a tooth root used to be. Once the bone has bonded to it, a crown, bridge or denture is fixed on top. It is the closest thing to how the tooth worked before, and it does not rely on the teeth either side.
Implants at Tenbury Dental Centre are planned by Vishal Patel, who places implants, carries out advanced oral surgery and mentors other dentists in implantology. Every case starts with a full examination and a 3D CBCT scan, so the implant goes exactly where the bone is sound. We use Neodent implants, part of the Straumann Group, and the whole process happens here on Teme Street.
Whether you are missing one tooth, several, or you are tired of a loose denture, the first step is the same: a consultation, a scan, and a written plan with the cost before anything is decided.
Implant with crown £2,850An implant practice that other dentists refer into
Dentists in the area send patients to Tenbury Dental Centre for implants and oral surgery, and our principal dentist Vishal Patel teaches implantology to other dentists. That matters because implant treatment is only as good as the planning and the surgery behind it.
We use Neodent implants, part of the Straumann Group, one of the largest implant manufacturers in the world. Their parts stay available internationally for years, so if anything ever needs adjusting or adding, the components exist to do it.
Two of our five dentists are trained in conscious sedation. If the thought of surgery is what has been putting you off, say so and we will plan around it.
Implant treatment in three stages from first scan to final tooth
Most single implants take three to six months from start to finish. The time is healing, not appointments: the bone needs to bond to the implant before the final tooth goes on.
Planning
A full examination and a 3D CBCT scan of your jaw. We load the scan into planning software to work out the exact position and angle for each implant, and give you a written plan with the cost.
Placing the implant
Done here under local anaesthetic, with sedation available. The implant is placed into the jawbone, sometimes with a surgical guide, and the gum is stitched. In selected cases a provisional crown is fitted the same day.
Your final tooth
After three to six months the bone has bonded to the implant. The final crown, bridge or denture is made to match your other teeth and fixed in place. Three hygienist visits in the first year are included.
Timings are typical, not promised. Your own plan is confirmed at your consultation once we have seen your scan.
Could implants be right for you?
Implants are not for everyone, but more people are suitable than they expect, including some who have been told elsewhere that they are not.
You have lost a single tooth, recently or years ago
You are missing several teeth and do not want a removable plate
Your full denture moves when you eat or talk
You have teeth that are failing and need a plan for what comes next
You have been told you lack bone. Grafting from £495 and a sinus lift from £475 may make an implant possible
You are nervous about treatment. Two of our dentists provide conscious sedation
Your dentist confirms suitability at your consultation after examining your gums and bone on the scan.
Implant, bridge or denture?
All three replace missing teeth. They differ in how they stay in place, what they do to the teeth around them, and what they cost.
| Dental implant | Bridge | Denture | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it stays in place | Fixed to a titanium post in the jawbone | Fixed to the teeth either side of the gap | Removable, held by suction, clasps or adhesive |
| Teeth either side | Left untouched | Usually prepared to carry the bridge | Clasps may rest on them |
| The jawbone | Kept in use, much as a tooth root does | Bone under the gap is not in use | Bone under the denture is not in use |
| Cleaning | Brush and floss like a natural tooth | Needs floss threaded underneath | Taken out and cleaned daily |
| Visits | Three stages over three to six months | Usually two visits | Usually three or four visits |
| Cost | Implant with crown £2,850 | Priced in your plan | From £699 |
Which is right for you depends on your gums, your bone and what you want from the result. We will talk through all three honestly at your consultation.
Patients on their implants
Real reviews from Tenbury Dental Centre patients, quoted as they wrote them.
★★★★★
I have just had some dental implants and teeth whitening done by Dr Vish. After a consultation with Vish all the options were discussed and procedures explained. I am delighted with the results. I can smile again with confidence. I can highly recommend Vish and the team at Tenbury Dental Centre. Thank you so much.
PhilGoogle review★★★★★
With Vish and his great team, I have quite recently completed an ‘All on 4s’ dental implant. This is a complex undertaking and I cannot give them enough praise. Vish was clear and concise with information, thoughtful and empathic with care and the whole team showed their extraordinarily high level of technical skills which ‘All on 4s’ requires. Many many thanks to you all.
Lisa AndersonGoogle review★★★★★
I received my first dental implant. My care plan and treatment was exceptional.
Patient reviewvia SMG
What you get at Tenbury Dental Centre
Neodent implants by Straumann
Components from one of the largest implant groups in the world, so parts remain available if anything ever needs attention.
A 3 year guarantee on the fixture
On every implant fixture we place, provided you follow the maintenance plan we give you. The terms come in writing with your plan.
Three hygienist visits in year one
Free of charge, to help you keep the gum around the implant healthy while it settles.
CBCT 3D planning
Every implant is positioned on a 3D scan before surgery, not guessed on the day.
Sedation if you want it
Two of our dentists are trained in conscious sedation for patients who find surgery daunting.
One team, start to finish
Planning, surgery, the final tooth and your ongoing care all happen here on Teme Street.
Dental implants
| Dental implants | Fees |
|---|---|
|
Dental implant with crown
Includes a three year guarantee. |
Fees: From £2,850 |
|
All-on-4
A full arch supported by four implants. |
Fees: From £16,700 |
| Bone grafting | Fees: From £495 |
| Sinus lift | Fees: From £475 |
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant is a titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root. The bone bonds to it over a few months, and a crown, bridge or denture is then fixed on top. It is the only replacement that does not rely on the neighbouring teeth or on suction.
Am I suitable for implants if I was told I had lost bone?
Possibly, yes. Bone loss is common after a tooth has been missing for a while, and it does not always rule out an implant. A CBCT scan shows us exactly how much bone there is. Where it is thin, bone grafting from £495 or a sinus lift from £475 can often make an implant possible.
Does implant surgery hurt?
The implant is placed under local anaesthetic, so the area is fully numb during surgery. Most people describe the days afterwards as sore rather than painful, and manage with ordinary painkillers. If you are anxious, two of our dentists are trained in conscious sedation, so you can be relaxed throughout.
How much do dental implants cost in Tenbury Wells?
A single implant with its crown is £2,850, and that includes a 3 year guarantee on the fixture and three hygienist visits in the first year. A full arch on four implants is from £16,700. If you need bone grafting or a sinus lift, those are priced separately. See our fees page for the full list.
What does the 3 year guarantee cover?
The guarantee covers the implant fixture itself, the titanium post in the bone, for three years, provided you follow the maintenance plan we give you. That means keeping up your hygiene visits and home care. The exact terms are given to you in writing with your treatment plan, so there are no surprises.
Can I spread the cost?
Yes. For treatment over £500 we offer an interest-free option over 12 months, and for larger treatments we may take a 50 per cent deposit with the balance after completion. Ask at your consultation and see our finance options. Credit is subject to status.
Can my own dentist refer me to you for implants?
Yes. We accept referrals from other dental practices for implants and oral surgery, and many of our implant patients come to us that way. You can carry on seeing your own dentist for everything else. Your dentist can use our referrals page, or you can simply call us yourself.
Ready to talk it through?
An implant consultation is a conversation and a scan, with no obligation to go ahead. You leave knowing whether implants are right for you and exactly what they would cost.
Implant with crown £2,850. Treatment is subject to a consultation and clinical assessment. Every mouth is different, so what is right for you is something we work out together at your consultation. Individual results vary. You can also email or write to us.
One missing tooth replaced from the root up, £2,850 including the crown and a 3 year guarantee on the fixture. The teeth either side are left untouched.
A full arch of fixed teeth on four implants, from £16,700. A provisional bridge is fitted on the day of surgery and the final bridge four to six months later.