There are many different factors that are responsible for tooth loss.

Unfortunately, some of these are out of our hands; however, some of them are completely down to the individual. Tooth loss can occur due to an injury you have sustained to your mouth or as a result of underlying diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and high blood pressure. Tooth loss can also occur as a result of poor oral hygiene, avoiding dental checkups and lifestyle choices such as smoking, excessive drinking and drug abuse.

Across the world, one of the main causes of tooth loss is gum disease or periodontal disease. Gum disease occurs as a result of poor oral hygiene and avoiding dental checkups. In its early stages, gum disease can be detected and reversed; however, when it is left unaddressed, gum disease can progress to damaging bone tissue and eventually causing tooth loss.

If you have been affected by tooth loss, then it’s important that you speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice sooner rather than later to replace your missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley. Dental implants in Bromley will take approximately six months to be fully installed in your mouth; therefore, the sooner you speak to our dentist, the quicker we can begin the process and the quicker you can restore the appearance, health and function of your mouth.

Are you eligible for dental implants?

Here at Bromley Dental Practice, we will begin by finding out whether or not dental implants in Bromley are the best solution for addressing your missing teeth. This means conducting a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and making sure that there are no underlying dental health issues. We will carry out restorative dental treatment where necessary and make sure that your teeth are clean and that your gums are strong and healthy. We will also take x-rays and an intraoral scan if required to assess your bone health. We will check for bone quantity and quality as you must have sufficient healthy jawbone to hold a dental implant in place. The scans will be able to tell us the size and length of the dental implants required to replace your missing teeth, and this will help us put together a precise and accurately tailored treatment plan for optimal results.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants are small titanium screws to which a prosthetic is fixed to replace your missing teeth. The implant can be directly inserted into the bone socket of your missing tooth, and due to its biocompatibility, it can become permanently embedded into your jaw within a few months and stay there for the rest of your life. You can have one dental implant to replace a single tooth or multiple implants to replace multiple or all of your teeth.

Speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice today and learn more about the advantages of dental implants and how they can improve the appearance of your smile and restore the health and function of your mouth.