Exceptional dental implants

Dental implants at our Reigate dental clinic are the gold standard when it comes to replacing one or more missing teeth. You will feel like you have your old teeth back again – and your experience will be as comfortable as possible. Our sophisticated surgery marries high-tech features with a warm, personal touch.

Dental implants in Reigate

Our in-house surgeon, Dr Nicholas Goodacre, has dual qualifications in medicine and dentistry, and further maxillofacial training, making him the ideal specialist for your dental implant surgery. He combines surgical techniques with the highest quality materials available to create long-lasting implants that look wonderfully natural.

Book your dental implant consultation with Dr Goodacre today.

Why Choose Dental Implants at our Reigate Dental Clinic?

We offer the same quality, treatments and professionalism in Reigate as at our practice in Chelsea.

  • Aesthetics

    Implants look like natural teeth and sit beautifully in your gum in the same way.

  • No damage to other teeth

    While dentures or bridges lean on other teeth, implants require no support. In fact, dental implant surgery will actually support your surrounding teeth.

  • Prevent bone loss

    You can maintain facial support and structure by opting for a dental implant in your jaw, because it will stop the bone from shrinking and it will maintain bone strength.

  • Increase life of remaining teeth

    By spreading your chewing load and preventing excess force, dental implants will protect your remaining teeth. This avoids the pitfalls of teeth migrating, tilting and over-erupting.

  • Fixed

    Dental implants are fixed, so do not need to be removed like dentures. They are a much better option and just like your own teeth.

  • No more fillings or sensitivity

    Dental implants are never sensitive and never need a filling or root canal treatment.

    You can just enjoy your beautiful new smile without those worries.

What is the benefit of dental implants?

The high-quality implants we use at our dental clinic in Reigate are backed by scientific literature as well as more than 30 years of clinical experience.

Benefits include:

  • Replacing teeth without damaging adjacent teeth
  • Preserving bone to eliminate a “caved-in” look
  • Avoiding the need for dentures.

Dental implant treatment options

Dental implants can be fitted on the same day as a tooth is removed or long afterwards. They can replace just one missing tooth or several.

In most cases, placing the dental implant is extremely quick (and much nicer than having a tooth removed, patients say.) However, if you feel nervous we can offer oral or intravenous sedation for ultimate relaxation while your implants are carried out.

Tooth Replacement

  • Immediate Tooth Replacement

    If you are about to lose a tooth and need it replaced the same day, we can remove it and replace it with a dental implant immediately. This is possible if you have no infection and enough bone for successful placement.

  • Single Tooth Replacement

    If only one tooth is missing, we can fit a single dental implant that will not damage adjacent teeth as with a bridge or denture. It will also prevent your remaining teeth moving into the space, which can unbalance your mouth.

  • Multiple Teeth Replacements

    You can have two or more dental implants next to one another, or have dental implants joined together with a bridge. It is often a more inexpensive option than individual dental implant because it requires less surgery. Another advantage is quicker healing. If however you would like them to be all individual this is also possible and can be just like your own teeth.

  • Full arch dental implants

    If you have lost all your teeth we can provide dental implants to support or anchor a fixed stable permanent aesthetic bridge.

    The number of dental Implants required to support a full arch bridge will depend on the anatomy of the jaw bone, the number of teeth required, the type of bridge required and the opposing teeth.

Full arch dental implants in our Reigate clinic

A full arch of Dental Implants can be placed when the teeth have been missing for a long time or when the remaining teeth have failed and require removing.

In the latter case it can even be arranged to have the remaining teeth removed and Same Day Dental Implants at our dental clinic in Reigate.

The All-on-4 treatment is a carefully planned procedure that allows only 4 Dental Implants to be placed on the same day and for them to be immediately loaded with a full arch bridge or prosthesis allowing 10, 12 or 14 teeth.

Two Dental Implants are placed at the front of the mouth and 2 are placed at an angle slightly further back to allow for anchorage as well as avoiding important structures such as nerves and sinuses. This can be done on both upper and lower jaws and so allow full mouth rehabilitation in a day.

Implant Retained Dentures or Dental Implant Removable Bridges

Some patients suffering from aggressive gum disease need a removable bridge supported by dental implants. This will be simpler to keep clean and it also allows us to put in place future monitoring and maintenance.

The Dental Implants Procedure at our Surrey Implant Clinic

  • 1) Consultation

    Our dental implant procedure has been fine-tuned to be as efficient as possible, ensuring you receive the highest quality care quickly, so you can get back to showing the world that beautiful smile.

    During your consultation at our clinic in Reigate, our implant surgeon Dr Nicholas Goodacre will carry out a thorough examination of your entire mouth including your teeth, jaws, gums, soft tissues and your occlusion (how your teeth bite together).

    He will then assess the future Dental Implant site and take some measurements for the future tooth and the bone currently available.

    This may include a 3D digital scan of your mouth instead of traditional impressions to plan the ideal position for the new tooth.

    He will take some x-rays of your jaw bone to measure the height of bone available for implant placement and to also identify the location of important structures (such as nerves and sinuses) within the jaw bone.

    In some circumstances it is also necessary to arrange a CBCT (3D) scan if space for the dental implant is minimal or limited by other structures and it is necessary to assess more accurately the proximity of the important structures and remaining bone in relation to the future Dental Implant.

    In some circumstances a surgical guided stent is manufactured using your CBCT (3D) scan overlaid onto your intra-oral 3D scan to create the exact and ideal insertion and placement of the Dental Implant.

    At this appointment your surgeon will give you all the options for treatment and the advantages and disadvantages of each and you can have a detailed discussion about your treatment. Plans can also be made for a temporary tooth replacement so that you never have a visible gap through treatment.

  • 2) Placement Surgery

    On the day of surgery we can arrange for you to watch a movie or listen to music or if you prefer we can provide you with oral or intravenous sedation so that you are completely relaxed throughout the surgery.

    The majority of our patients choose to have treatment without sedation as the procedure is completed very gently with Dr Goodacre’s special techniques but we have an anaesthetist for those who wish to be away with the fairies.

    Dr Nick Goodacre takes great effort to cause minimum disturbance to the surrounding tissues in your mouth which also helps you heal much quicker.

    Our Dental Implants placement can either be a 1 step or a 2 step procedure.

    • The One Step Procedure

      For the 1 step Dental Implant placement, the abutment or healing cap is placed at the same time as the implant.

    • The Two Step Procedure

      For the 2 step Dental Implant placement, the implant is placed in the bone and the gum is covered over.

      The Dental Implant is exposed at a later stage and the abutment is attached after healing.

      The Dental Implant is left to integrate with your jaw bone for 8-10 weeks and a temporary tooth prosthesis may be provided during that time so that you never have a gap.

      If a 2 step procedure was carried out, the Dental Implant will be exposed after the 10 week period and the healing caps or abutments will be attached in order to create a natural gum shape ready for the new tooth or teeth.

  • 3) Crowns or Bridges

    Digital scans are taken using the latest intra oral scanner instead of traditional impressions.

    This allows for the new Dental Implant Crown or in the case of multiple teeth the Dental Implant Bridge to be designed and manufactured.

    All crowns and bridges made at The Wellington Clinic are made with great detail and attention to achieve a truly tooth like appearance.

    The latest most aesthetic porcelains and ceramics are layered using a number of shades to achieve outstanding results.

Dental Implants in Reigate FAQs

  • What kind of outcome can I expect from this treatment?

    In the past it used to be popular for implants to be used for missing teeth, and while that still remains a popular option, many of our patients opt for dental implants because they’re looking for an alternative to dental bridges or dentures.

    Many of our patients want a very natural look with their new implant – even though a fully functioning tooth is also highly important.

    We believe that creating an aesthetically pleasing implant that looks natural is highly important, too. As such, our team is dedicated to getting the best possible results with your dental implants.

  • What is a dental implant?

    Dental implants are small titanium screws that are placed in the jaw in the place of a missing tooth root. Once the dental implant is in place, crowns, bridges and dentures can be placed on top. This creates a tooth that looks natural and is stable.

  • How long does the dental implant process take to work?

    If we replace a single molar, it may take as little as 3 months for the implant to heal properly. For front teeth, this process might take up to six months for highly aesthetic cases that require gum recontouring.

  • Are dental implants safe?

    Dental Implants at The Wellington Clinic have a success rate of over 99% and they are one of the safest procedures in dentistry. Using the latest dental technology, our Dental Implant procedures can be pain-free.

    The surgery is designed to be as minimally invasive as possible.

  • How long will a dental implant take to heal?

    It will take 10 weeks for your dental implant to fully heal and fully integrate with your natural bone. This time period is a guide and in individual cases it can be a quicker or slower healing process.

    When the dental implant is healed, it will be a strong enough to place any dentures or crowns on top.

    We usually fit dental implants under local anaesthetic but if you request, you can be placed under sedation.

  • How do I clean my dental implants?

    Dental Implants are cleaned in exactly the same way as your natural teeth. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste when you clean your teeth.

    Be gentle when you floss your teeth, taking care not to pull hard on your gums surrounding the Dental Implant.

    We would recommend that you use a special floss or water flosser to clean underneath your Implant Bridge, if you have one fitted.

  • What are the long lasting benefits of dental implants?

    With our dental implants, you’ll be able to restore your smile by replacing missing teeth. Dental implants are also a long lasting solution, so you won’t have to worry about your smile and your teeth for years to come.

    Throughout your life after dental implant surgery, you’ll be able to eat whatever you like without fear and you won’t have to worry about loose dentures either.

  • How long do dental implants last?

    Depending on your dental hygiene and your overall health, your Dental Implants should last for at least fifteen years. In many cases, dental implants will last you until the end of your life.

    As long as your gums are kept healthy, your dental implants should not lose bone or fall out.

  • What are the downsides of dental implants?

    There aren’t many downsides to dental implants, but much like your natural teeth, they require daily maintenance.

  • Is it painful getting a dental implant?

    In the long term, you shouldn’t have to worry about any pain from your dental implant. When you come in for the procedure, we’ll numb the area to ensure that the surgery is pain-free.

    You may find yourself in mild discomfort for 24-48 hours after the procedure, but this can be simply avoided by taking a few painkillers.

  • Should I get dental implants in Reigate?

    The Wellington Clinic in Church Road, Reigate, is a dental implant specialist offering some of the best cosmetic dentistry in the UK. In the words of one patient: “I have a bit of a fear of going to the dentist and this is the only place that I feel confident. It's the only dentist where I feel at ease.”

    Using state-of-the-art technology and materials, we offer a safe, comfortable and

    seamless experience, carried out to the highest standards of professionalism. If you are looking for a natural-looking, permanent solution for missing teeth, dental implants are an excellent choice.

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