Replacing Missing Front Teeth

Dental implants are designed to look, feel, and function just like a natural tooth. They blend seamlessly with your existing teeth, offering maximum comfort and a natural appearance.

Implants are incredibly strong and durable. With good care, they can last decades – often a lifetime – making them a highly cost-effective solution in the long term.

Unlike dental bridges, implants don’t require altering healthy teeth. They also help prevent jawbone loss by stimulating bone growth where the tooth is missing, keeping your facial structure intact.

Implants are easy to clean and maintain – just like natural teeth. They also prevent neighbouring teeth from shifting out of place and reduce the risk of gum disease or further tooth loss.

Replacing a missing tooth means more than just restoring your smile. It improves your ability to eat, speak clearly, and feel confident in social situations – knowing your tooth looks completely natural and won’t move.

No – modern techniques make the procedure relatively painless. We use local anaesthetic and patients typically report less discomfort than expected. Any mild soreness after treatment is manageable with over-the-counter or prescribed pain relief.

As with any minor surgery, there are risks, but they’re very low. Choosing an experienced dental implant dentist significantly reduces the chance of complications. We take time to assess your health carefully before treatment.

Implant failure is rare — especially with good planning, high-quality materials and proper care. Keeping your gums healthy and attending regular check-ups helps ensure long-term success.

solution. Unlike bridges or dentures, they don’t need replacing regularly, which saves money long-term.

If an implant isn’t right for you, we’ll discuss other options, including:

• Dental bridges

• Partial dentures

• Flipper tooth (temporary denture)

• Resin-bonded bridge (Maryland bridge)

• A traditional tooth-supported fixed bridge

• Or simply leaving the gap (not usually recommended for long-term oral health)

We’ll help you weigh the pros and cons of each option.