What are the stages of Dental Implant fitting?

The key to a successful full mouth reconstruction is thorough planning, something we guarantee for all our patients.

Examination

A thorough examination of the teeth, gums, supporting bone, muscles and jaw joint/ TMJ is essential. A medical history is also taken. The latest technology helps us identify and explain what dentistry is required for your full mouth reconstruction and why and we’ll discuss this with you throughout the process.

Planning

X-rays and the Cone Beam CT Scanner, also known as the CBCT, which produces a fast, hi-res, accurate visual image of your teeth and jaw in 3-D, are used in planning and designing bespoke treatment plans.

Computer Aided Smile Design

It’s vital your full mouth reconstruction not only functions perfectly but looks good. The latest in computer aided smile design technology allows us to discuss and show you the aesthetic outcome before we start.

Treatment

On the day of implant surgery you will usually be fitted with an excellent set of provisional teeth /crowns, placed on the same day as your implants, with which to smile and chew food. The final long-term teeth or crowns, that will replace your temporary teeth placed during surgery, are usually fitted about four to six months later, once the implants have healed. Through consultation with you we find out your needs and expectations for your final teeth, and use the expertise of our restorative experts to achieve the ideal outcome.