Dental Implants in Harrogate

Replace one or more missing teeth with dental implants at Pateley Bridge Dental Practice. A general and cosmetic family dentist near Nidderdale, Grassington, Dacre, Dacre Banks and Skipton.

Dental implants are the best alternative to natural teeth as they provide secure support

Dental implants are an effective, long-lasting way to replace one or more missing teeth, and can offer an alternative to dentures and bridges. They can improve how you eat and speak, prevent shrinkage of the jawbone, and keep existing teeth firmly in place.

Implants are titanium posts that are surgically placed in the jawbone to act just like tooth roots. Titanium is easily accepted by the bone and is the best material for implants not just because it is very strong. These posts eventually fuse with the bone, providing a firm foundation for a crown or bridge.

You need to maintain good oral hygiene following treatment to ensure your implants remain trouble-free. If well looked after, with a regular brushing and flossing routine, they can last for over 15 years.

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Benefits of dental implants

Replace one or more missing teeth with dental implants at Pateley Bridge Dental Practice. A general and cosmetic family dentist near Nidderdale, Grassington, Dacre, Dacre Banks and Skipton.

  • Secure – dental implants stay firmly in place and will not slip when you are eating or speaking or become loose over time. As they are held in place by your bone, you can be confident of their strength and durability.
  • Aesthetic – implants look and feel just like natural teeth. You will be able to eat, drink and talk just as you did before, as well as show off a winning smile.
  • Effective – dental implants are a well-established, safe, and highly effective way of replacing one or more missing teeth in any part of your mouth.
  • Supportive – implants help to support and sustain your facial structure and remaining natural teeth. They protect your gum and can be fitted with no detrimental effect on your existing healthy teeth.
  • Innovative – implants use cutting edge digital dental technology combined with specialist expertise to create the next best thing to a natural tooth. 

What does the process for dental implant treatment involve?

Replace one or more missing teeth with dental implants at Pateley Bridge Dental Practice. A general and cosmetic family dentist near Nidderdale, Grassington, Dacre, Dacre Banks and Skipton.

Step 1: Initial consultation & planning

We carry out a full assessment of your general health, how your teeth fit together, your oral health and the density of your jawbone. If we discover you have insufficient bone volume, you may need a grafting procedure to allow for the successful placement of implants.

Step 2: Fitting

The titanium implant is placed into your jawbone by our skilled implantologist, using local anaesthetic to minimise any discomfort. The implant will take 3-6 months to heal and fuse to the bone, so a temporary tooth is fitted to protect your gum during the healing process.

Step 3: Smile!

Once your implant has fully healed and integrated, we fit your final crown or bridge and complete your brand-new smile. We will give you some advice on how to look after your dental implant and leave you to start showing off your smile!

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Meet our dentist at Pateley Bridge Dental Practice. A general and cosmetic family dentist near Nidderdale, Grassington, Dacre, Dacre Banks and Skipton.

Meet the dentist

Dr Nirav Thakker

GDC: 77904

Qualifications:
BDS, Newcastle, 2000.
Dental Implant Course, Sheffield, 2012.

Nirav started our dental practice in 2009. In the years since, we have grown strength to strength under his leadership. He provides many treatments as he has special interest in various fields in dentistry, such as cosmetic and implants.

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Different types of dental implants

Many people are choosing to have implants instead of dentures as they are best alternative to natural teeth. A single implant can support one or more teeth. If you want to have a full arch restored, you can have All-on-4, a revolutionary implant procedure that allows you to have a new set of teeth fixed on a minimal number of implants. They can also be fitted on the same day. 

At Pateley Bridge Dental Practice, we use the Nobel Biocare implant system. This system is recognised as one of the leading dental implant systems globally. The system’s success is built on over 60 years of experience stemming from the pioneer of dental implants – Per-Ingvar Branemark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most people are a suitable candidate for dental implants, provided they are generally healthy and able to undergo a routine dental procedure, such as an extraction. It’s beneficial if you have good oral hygiene, healthy gums, and enough bone in your jaw to attach the implant. If you don’t have enough bone density, this can often be rectified with a bone graft. Dental implants are not usually offered to younger patients whose jaws are still growing. It also helps if the patient is not a heavy smoker, this is because smoking can slow down the healing process. We will thoroughly discuss your overall suitability for implant treatment at your initial consultation and it’s likely you will be suitable for the treatment.
We use local anaesthetic during dental implant surgery to ensure you are comfortable during the procedure. You won’t be able to feel a thing. After treatment, it is normal to experience some discomfort, and this can be managed with pain relief advised by your dentist. Implant treatment is often less painful than having a tooth extraction, and most patients can return to their usual routines the next day.
The whole process, from missing teeth to secure fixed replacements, can take several months. The implant surgery is a relatively quick procedure, but the implants themselves need around 3-6 months to heal and fuse before fixed permanent teeth can be placed. The treatment process will be longer if you need a bone graft or other procedure first, but your new smile will be more than worth it in the end.
Dental implants have the potential to last a lifetime if they are properly looked after. This includes maintaining an excellent brushing and flossing routine, looking after your general health and attending regular check-up appointments with your dentist. The crown or bridge that the implant supports may need to be replaced over time due to normal wear and tear.
No, dental implants look and feel exactly like natural teeth. We can match the shape and colour of your existing teeth when creating your final fixed crown or bridge, so it blends seamlessly into your smile.
If you have one or more missing teeth, you may also consider restoring your full smile with a bridge or denture. These alternatives are less expensive than an implant, but don’t have the same superior stability, aesthetics, and versatility. They are also not likely to last as long. We are happy to discuss all the options for replacing your missing teeth and find the best one for you.
You may find it easier! As your implants are fused to your jawbone and the replacement teeth securely supported, you shouldn’t have any trouble speaking and may find your speech becomes clearer once the gap in your teeth has been filled.
You should treat your dental implants just like natural teeth and include them in your normal oral hygiene routine. As they are made from artificial materials, your implants are invulnerable to decay or cavities, but you will still need to brush and floss to keep the gum surrounding the implant healthy and problem-free.