Dental implants are a permanent solution for Luton patients living with missing teeth. In addition to restoring your smile, dental implants give you full functionality when eating and speaking. They also help to preserve your jaw bone from deterioration and will help you to maintain good oral health.
You might be considering your options if you’re facing losing a tooth or if you’ve had missing teeth for a while. Russell Avenue Dental and Implant Centre near Luton offers dental implants as a solution to suit most situations.
Implant dentistry is an alternative to traditional dentures, which many find uncomfortable or inconvenient. A fixed implant can be cared for just as you would for your natural teeth.
The Russell Avenue Dental and Implant Centre is a leading dental practice for dental implant treatment in St Albans and the surrounding areas. We’re approximately 20 minutes by car from Luton. Our clinic is open Monday to Friday between 8:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. with convenient parking nearby.
To make an appointment, please call 01727 863056 or email info@russellavedp.co.uk. You can also fill out our contact form online.
Why Choose Dental Implants?
As a modern dentistry solution for replacing missing teeth, dental implants are one of the most popular options because they are clinically proven and safe.
For Luton patients, they restore function along with the aesthetics of your natural smile. This inevitably gives you a boost in confidence and you needn’t worry about removing them for eating, brushing or keeping them clean since they are permanently fixed into the jaw bone.
Implant dentistry offers many advantages over other alternatives for replacing missing teeth since they protect your jaw from bone loss and also help to maintain facial structure, which can sink over time if missing teeth are not treated. They also don’t require you to sacrifice adjacent teeth which can be necessary for dental bridges.
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a small titanium screw that is fixed into the jaw to replace the missing tooth root. This is a surgical process that usually takes place over several appointments because the implant needs time to fuse with the jaw bone.
A realistic-looking artificial tooth such as a dental crown or denture can be fixed to the top to look like your own teeth. Implants can be used to replace a single tooth, multiple missing teeth, or even an entire set of teeth and you won’t necessarily need one implant for each missing tooth.
Benefits of Dental Implants Luton
The key advantages of dental implants include;
- Natural-looking; your new teeth will look and feel just like your own
- Functional; eat, chew, bite and smile with confidence
- Long-lasting; with proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime
- Preserving; implants help to stimulate the jaw bone, preventing bone loss and a sunken facial structure
- Hygienic; implants have been shown to improve oral health
The Implant Dentistry Process
The dental implant process usually requires several appointments because the implant needs time to integrate with the jaw bone. The first step is to have a consultation to determine if you are suitable for dental implants. Patients need to be in good general health, have no signs of gum disease and have a healthy amount of bone to be candidates for implant surgery.
The first appointment will involve fitting the dental implant into the jaw bone. This is a surgical procedure carried out under local anaesthetic. The implant will usually need a few months to fully heal before you can return to your dentist for a replacement tooth or teeth to be fitted.
You’ll be given instructions about how to care for your dental implants. Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential and you should attend regular check-ups to prevent gum disease and tooth loss.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Luton?
You can view the costs of our dental services on our fees page. We would be happy to discuss your procedure and provide an accurate quotation during an initial consultation.
Book Your Consultation Today
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 Luton
Our dental practice is approximately 20 minutes’ drive from the historic town of Luton. Luton is known for having its own airport – one of the busiest in the UK and is situated just 30 miles north of London. The town is an ideal commuter area thanks to its availability of public transport and proximity to the capital.