Are teeth implants painful?
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I had two implants with a four way bridge for my upper front teeth a few years back - no issues regards pain just not a quick process.
As above speak to a specialist and they should talk you through the whole process plus do a thorough check to make sure your jaw is suitable plus you may need to have other teeth treated dependant on how **** your existing dentist is ( my original dentist was shocking regards the amount of work not carried out even though I kept on mentioning about issues but I guess you get what you pay for...)
As above speak to a specialist and they should talk you through the whole process plus do a thorough check to make sure your jaw is suitable plus you may need to have other teeth treated dependant on how **** your existing dentist is ( my original dentist was shocking regards the amount of work not carried out even though I kept on mentioning about issues but I guess you get what you pay for...)
I have had an implant and I am a dentist who places them.
Here is a good source of information and you may find a local ADI member which would be a good starting point. If your general dentist does not provide the service they will recommend someone who does. http://consideringdentalimplants.co.uk/
If you suffer from periodontitis (rather than gingivitis) it is best to search for a periodontist (a gum specialist) who also placed dental implants (some do because it involves gum and bone) they can expertly determine if you are a suitable candidate for dental implants. It is a fact that the same complications which affect teeth, caused by dental plaque, also cause complications with dental implants.
Done well the dental implant surgery is often less uncomfortable than having the tooth extracted. Patients frequently tell me this. If you were anxious about surgery speak to the surgeon who may consider oral (simple) or IV sedation.
The cost is high but it is worth having teeth replaced if it maintains intact dental arches and functional teeth. Best of luck.
Here is a good source of information and you may find a local ADI member which would be a good starting point. If your general dentist does not provide the service they will recommend someone who does. http://consideringdentalimplants.co.uk/
If you suffer from periodontitis (rather than gingivitis) it is best to search for a periodontist (a gum specialist) who also placed dental implants (some do because it involves gum and bone) they can expertly determine if you are a suitable candidate for dental implants. It is a fact that the same complications which affect teeth, caused by dental plaque, also cause complications with dental implants.
Done well the dental implant surgery is often less uncomfortable than having the tooth extracted. Patients frequently tell me this. If you were anxious about surgery speak to the surgeon who may consider oral (simple) or IV sedation.
The cost is high but it is worth having teeth replaced if it maintains intact dental arches and functional teeth. Best of luck.
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I had one tooth done (cycling accident) a couple years ago and it's more uncomfortable than painful. Getting my braces tightened when I was younger was more painful/uncomfortable, so I wouldn't worry about the pain at all. If you have no fear of dentists it's a walk in the park 
It's worth the money but I'd shop around and look out for offers (and reviews obviously), I think I paid around £1200.
It's worth the money but I'd shop around and look out for offers (and reviews obviously), I think I paid around £1200.
Has anyone had one of their front uppers done? What was the cost?
My crown of 15 years broke and 2 dentists refused to replace it saying I needed an implant. Quoted cost is approx. 3k.
A 3rd dentist agreed to do it and it's been fine for a year, but it will fail at some point.
My crown of 15 years broke and 2 dentists refused to replace it saying I needed an implant. Quoted cost is approx. 3k.
A 3rd dentist agreed to do it and it's been fine for a year, but it will fail at some point.
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No!
I had one done, maybe 17-18 years ago, it is at the front, slightly to the right if you face me, can't remember the exact price, £800-£900? It was done at The Angel, Islington, and still looks okay.
That dentist had another practice in Victoria, SW1, my wife needed a few implants, with some periodontal work, and at Victoria was quoted £25,000, maybe 20 years ago?
I searched the internet, and found a Belgian dentist with a practice in Albufeira, Portugal, who did it for £11,500, this was when the £ was riding high against the €, but we had to travel 3 times to Portugal
to have it all done, but we treated it as 3 long weekend breaks away, and still came out in front from the initial £25,000 quote, plus her railings now make her look like a movie star.
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How many did she need? 25k seems an insane amount..
Which is why I told the guy who quoted it, "Don't call me, I'll call you!"
I think that it was 11 or 12, but it was the periodontal work that apparently hiked the price, she had to have scans at a separate clinic, at least 3 at €100 a pop, and some bone and gum reconstruction, which was why the treatment involved three trips to Portugal, over about 6 months, as we had to wait until the reconstructed bone and gums were able to take being screwed into.
Lasers? Hmm..........ok how about looking at the ADI website for mainstream patient information....http://consideringdentalimplants.co.uk
And try a call to a friendly dental implant practice receptionist and speak to them for info in your area .... How about http://consideringdentalimplants.co.uk/find-a-dentist/search.php?action=show&id=a8cb87e7
I expect you will get some good advice.
I had one of my front incisors replaced about 6 months ago.
Pulling the old tooth out was uncomfortable. However, it took longer than normal because bone preservation on front teeth is much more important than the others. Basically, if you want to avoid a bone graft (assuming you don't automatically need one due to periodontitis) you need to preserve as much of the bone around the socket when pulling the tooth out. This is especially true for front teeth since the bone is so thin. My dentist did a good job on mine, but because he was being more careful than usual, it took longer to extract the old tooth root.
Fitting of the implant was painless since they numbed up the area well.
Actually, the most painful part was the bit I was least expecting - fitting the abutment. It turns out the screws that were used to hold the gum open during the healing process come in fixed sizes, and it wasn't quite large enough, so fitting the abutment meant 'persuading' the gum out of the way. Not fun.
One thing not mentioned here so far is aftercare. It is vitally important that you keep the area very clean. Since the crown doesn't stick to the gum, it is much easier for bacteria to get inside and cause periodontitis. Twice daily brushing and flossing daily is a must, as is 6 monthly dentist hygiene visits.
Lastly, £1500 is actually quite a good price. Does that include everything? For example, because it takes at least 3 months for the implant to fuse into the jaw bone, I had a denture to fill in the missing tooth. This set me back almost £400 by itself, although, of course, this is optional. All in all, it cost me roughly £2500 to get mine done.
Pulling the old tooth out was uncomfortable. However, it took longer than normal because bone preservation on front teeth is much more important than the others. Basically, if you want to avoid a bone graft (assuming you don't automatically need one due to periodontitis) you need to preserve as much of the bone around the socket when pulling the tooth out. This is especially true for front teeth since the bone is so thin. My dentist did a good job on mine, but because he was being more careful than usual, it took longer to extract the old tooth root.
Fitting of the implant was painless since they numbed up the area well.
Actually, the most painful part was the bit I was least expecting - fitting the abutment. It turns out the screws that were used to hold the gum open during the healing process come in fixed sizes, and it wasn't quite large enough, so fitting the abutment meant 'persuading' the gum out of the way. Not fun.
One thing not mentioned here so far is aftercare. It is vitally important that you keep the area very clean. Since the crown doesn't stick to the gum, it is much easier for bacteria to get inside and cause periodontitis. Twice daily brushing and flossing daily is a must, as is 6 monthly dentist hygiene visits.
Lastly, £1500 is actually quite a good price. Does that include everything? For example, because it takes at least 3 months for the implant to fuse into the jaw bone, I had a denture to fill in the missing tooth. This set me back almost £400 by itself, although, of course, this is optional. All in all, it cost me roughly £2500 to get mine done.
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I suffered with major perionditis, sadly it was picked up a little late and it means im likely to use my front tooth, and an implant will be an option, but the cost is really prohibitive. A chap at work said his son had a few of his teeth done in Hungary, and it was 1/2 the price of having it done in the UK. I'll prob end up just going for a Denture.
I had my gums sorted at Birmingham Dental Surgery, the dentist, Amit Patel, is quite highly regarded in the dentistry world. Anything less than 2K is not a bad price i believe, but i havent done enough shopping around
I had my gums sorted at Birmingham Dental Surgery, the dentist, Amit Patel, is quite highly regarded in the dentistry world. Anything less than 2K is not a bad price i believe, but i havent done enough shopping around
While shopping around, check out crispiessensdentalclinic,Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal.
My wife had a bunch of implants done by Cris, excellent work for a very agreeable price.
This was maybe 12 years back, and her railings still look like a movie star’s.
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Mine have been falling out for years.
No tooth decay just my gums have give up the ghost.
Am not sure how to proceed I have a pallet for 2 teeth but I cannot eat with it in, its a little embarrassing when you eating out. Hand over mouth and cough and click.
I have a little pot with all my teeth in that I have lost.
No tooth decay just my gums have give up the ghost.
Am not sure how to proceed I have a pallet for 2 teeth but I cannot eat with it in, its a little embarrassing when you eating out. Hand over mouth and cough and click.
I have a little pot with all my teeth in that I have lost.
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This thread just remindedme to stick those little brushes between the teeth and rinse with mouth wash before bed. (On top of brushing)
As one gets older, it is more important to look after your gums than the teeth, cleaning the gaps between them with floss and those little brushes is a must. I do it everyday now, electric toothbrush helps with brushing and floss after meals. If I don’t clean the gaps for a week or so and I do it again it’ll bleed, that’s a warning and it also means you need to keep doing it. If you floss and keep the gaps clean it won’t bleed and the gums won’t recess and teeth won’t fall out.
Mine have been falling out for years.
No tooth decay just my gums have give up the ghost.
Am not sure how to proceed I have a pallet for 2 teeth but I cannot eat with it in, its a little embarrassing when you eating out. Hand over mouth and cough and click.
I have a little pot with all my teeth in that I have lost.
As one gets older, it is more important to look after your gums than the teeth, cleaning the gaps between them with floss and those little brushes is a must. I do it everyday now, electric toothbrush helps with brushing and floss after meals. If I don’t clean the gaps for a week or so and I do it again it’ll bleed, that’s a warning and it also means you need to keep doing it. If you floss and keep the gaps clean it won’t bleed and the gums won’t recess and teeth won’t fall out.
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