Dental implants are a popular and permanent solution for tooth loss, and they’re available to our patients from Hemel Hempstead.
We understand that living with gaps in your smile can be a source of embarrassment, but besides the aesthetic benefit of replacing missing teeth, there are advantages in functionality, too.
Dental implants are one of the most popular treatments in cosmetic dentistry for numerous reasons. A dental implant will support replacement teeth to restore your smile and improve the functionality of your bite. This helps you to eat, chew and speak confidently.
Dental implants promote good oral hygiene and prevent bone deterioration and movement of your remaining teeth, which can occur if missing teeth are left untreated. Book an initial consultation to discuss your options with our implant dentists.
Russell Avenue Dental and Implant Centre is a top-rated destination for dental implant surgery. We’re located in St Albans, approximately 14 minutes by car from Hemel Hempstead.
Please call 01727 863056 or email info@russellavedp.co.uk to make an appointment. You can also fill out our contact form online.
Why Do People Get Dental Implants?
Dental implants are not compulsory if you have lost teeth; plenty of people choose to live with a missing tooth, especially if the gap is not immediately visible.
However, having gaps in your smile can lead to other issues with eating, speaking, oral health or a sunken facial structure, which may prompt you to look at cosmetic dentistry options to restore your smile.
Depending on your circumstances, your options for alternative dental treatment may be limited. A broken tooth may be fixable with dental crowns or a dental bridge, but a missing tooth may require an implant or dentures.
Benefits of Dental Implant Treatment Hemel Hempstead
Unlike dentures, dental implants are fixed in the mouth. They are not removable, which for most patients is a key benefit since they dislike the inconvenience and discomfort they experience with full or partial dentures.
Dental implant treatment doesn’t require any invasive preparation of your remaining teeth as would normally be required with a dental bridge. Therefore, they don’t compromise the health or integrity of any remaining healthy teeth.
Our Hemel Hempstead patients find that implant treatment is a positive experience and are often thrilled with the long-lasting results and relief from having their full smiles back.
What are Dental Implants?
The dental implant itself is a small, titanium screw that is inserted into the jaw bone to replace your missing tooth root. A new tooth in the form of a ceramic crown or denture can be fixed to the top and made to look like your natural teeth.
Your implant should look, feel and function like the rest of your teeth and will help prevent deterioration of your jawbone and movement of your remaining teeth.
Dental implants offer a permanent solution; many patients live with their implants for the rest of their lives without needing them replaced. If the artificial tooth affixed to the implant becomes damaged, this can easily be repaired or replaced.
Dental Implant Procedure
The first step is to have an initial assessment with our implant dentists to ensure implant treatment is suitable. During your consultation, we’ll take X-rays and assess your treatment options, prioritising the preservation of your natural teeth wherever possible.
This dental treatment usually requires several appointments because the implant requires time to fuse with the surrounding bone. Some patients may require bone grafting treatment to enable the jawbone to support the implant.
At your first treatment session, you’ll be given a local anaesthetic to make the procedure more comfortable. The implant surgeon will insert the titanium screw into the jawbone. This will then need to heal for several weeks or months before a permanent replacement tooth can be fixed.
How Much Does a Tooth Implant Cost in Hemel Hempstead?
You can view the costs of our dental care on our fees page. We would be happy to discuss your procedure and provide an accurate quotation during an initial consultation at our dental practice near Hemel Hempstead.
Book a Consultation
Please call 01727 863056 or email info@russellavedp.co.uk to make an appointment. You can also fill out our contact form online.
Where to Find Us
Russell Avenue Dental & Implant Centre
11 Russell Avenue
St. Albans
AL3 5ES
About Hemel Hempstead
Hemel Hempstead and St Albans are two historic areas in Hertfordshire located approximately 6 miles apart. The primary road connecting the city with the town is the A414. If travelling by public transport, the Arriva Herts and Essex bus service operate the 301 and 302 routes with regular connections between Hemel Hempstead and St Albans.