Providing high-quality implant dentistry to clients throughout Devon and Cornwall for over 10 years.
If you have missing teeth or have loose dentures, then implant dentistry is likely to be the answer to your problems. They can sound a little daunting, but they provide a long-term solution that allows you to live life without having to think about your teeth.
They are so long term that at Pure we have clients that have had implants for over 20 years and if looked after could last a life time. Most clients report that having the implant placed was much easier than having a tooth removed. But if you are still concerned then we offer conscious sedation to make the experience as relaxing and comfortable as possible.
Implants are small titanium posts, which replace the root of the natural tooth and are used to anchor replacement teeth like crowns, bridges or even full mouth restorations and dentures.
For many people their permanence, durability, and natural appearance and feel mean greatly increased self-esteem and confidence. Also improved speech, comfort and easier eating. Dental implants don’t only enhance the appearance of your smile. In the case of those with many teeth missing, the whole face is lifted due to improved muscle tone and support of the lips and cheeks.
Planning your implant treatment is the most crucial stage, as we need to ensure that the smile we are going to create, is the smile that you are looking for. Planning stages take around three to five weeks, and includes a ‘case presentation’ where we discuss every aspect of your treatment at length before we begin. You are welcome to bring a family member or friend along should you wish. Implant treatment can vary from four to six months up to about two years for complex cases – but remember, the benefits of dental implants will last for decades.
This is obviously a major concern for patients, particularly where the front teeth are involved. Proper planning allows us to provide temporary replacement of missing or extracted teeth, either by provisional bridges that are fixed in place or by a removable denture.
Dental implants require the same care as normal teeth. If good oral hygiene is maintained, with regular brushing, flossing and dental visits then implants can last a lifetime.
