Single Tooth Dental Implants in Gardens Dental Centre
Creating smiles one tooth at a time!
Single Tooth Dental Implants—an Overview
A single missing tooth might not always be very noticeable in a smile that is otherwise healthy. Sometimes it can really affect your ability to chew, your speech, and your confidence when socialising. At Smile 4 U, we offer modern and effective single-tooth replacement options in Gardens Dental Centre to help restore your natural smile and improve your quality of life. If you’ve lost a tooth due to an accident, cavities, gum infections or any other reason, replacing a missing tooth with implants helps maintain the health and function of your gums and surrounding teeth.
Do You Need Single Tooth Dental Implants?
Implants can be used to replace a missing front tooth and restore your natural smile. However, a missing back tooth can sometimes go unnoticed. Though it may be tempting to ignore this undetectable, missing tooth, doing so could lead to more significant dental issues.
- Difficulty chewing: Missing molars or other back teeth can make it challenging to chew properly, placing additional strain on your jaw and remaining teeth.
- Gum discomfort: Losing a tooth can leave a gap where food may get trapped, leading to gum irritation, soreness, and swelling.
- Shifting of teeth: Over time, neighbouring teeth can shift into the empty space, altering your bite and affecting alignment.
- Bone loss: The absence of a tooth can gradually weaken the jawbone in that area.
You can replace a missing tooth with a single-tooth dental implant in Gardens Dental Centre, no matter where it is located in your mouth.
We regularly provide consultations and single dental treatments to patients from Dulwich, Peckham, Dulwich Village, Brixton, Newlands, and Hono Oak.
Here’s how a missing back tooth can affect your oral health:
- Problems with eating: Not having enough molars or other back teeth can make it hard to chew, which puts extra stress on the jaws and other teeth.
- Gum pain: If you lose a tooth, food could get stuck in the space left by it, causing soreness and swelling of the gums.
- Moving teeth: Over time, the teeth next to the gap may move, which can change the way you bite and how your teeth are aligned.
- Loss of bone: Not having a tooth can weaken the jawline over time.
You can replace a missing tooth with a single-tooth dental implant in Bromley, no matter where it is located in your mouth.
Benefits of Single Tooth Dental Implants
Dental implants are the gold standard for replacing teeth, especially a single tooth. Here’s why:
Natural Appearance
Implant crowns closely mimic the look and feel of a natural tooth, blending seamlessly with your smile.
Improved Eating and Speaking
Dental implants make chewing more efficient and help resolve any speech difficulties making you confident.
Long-Lasting Solution
With proper care, dental implants are designed to last a lifetime, making them more durable than bridges or dentures.
Preserve Jawbone Health
Acting like a natural tooth root, the implant stimulates your jawbone and prevents bone loss.
No Impact on Nearby Teeth
Unlike bridges, dental implants do not take support from the neighbouring teeth for implant bridges.
Cost effective
Implants are more cost-effective over time due to their durability and comfort.
What Our Patients Say
My name is not Merlin. That is my son’s name. The treatment at the dental clinic was excellent. The dentist was very friendly and thorough. She did all the tests necessary to diagnose the problem. In the end it had to be referred to a specialist. But she prepared all the groundwork. I felt safe in her hands.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
Can you get just one tooth implant?
If you’ve lost a single tooth, a dental implant is a highly effective option to restore both the appearance and function of your smile. It is designed to fit perfectly into the gap left by your natural tooth.
How painful is a single-tooth implant?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during the procedure. Local anaesthesia ensures that the process is virtually painless.
How long does it take to get 1 tooth implant?
The entire process generally takes three to four visits over a few months. The implant placement itself usually takes 1–2 hours, depending on your case. After the healing period, the custom crown is fitted, which typically takes an additional 1–2 weeks.
The Treatment Process
The process of getting a dental implant is straightforward and designed to be as comfortable as possible. Here’s what you can expect:
Initial consultation
We assess your oral health and teeth and understand your treatment goals, discuss available payment plans and create a personalised treatment plan for the single dental implant.
Implant placement
We ensure painless single-tooth dental implants—the procedure is performed under local anaesthesia for your comfort and a temporary crown is attached immediately.
Custom implant
Once this implant integrates with your jawbone, a custom crown is securely placed on the implant, providing a natural and complete happy smile.
Have you been dealing with a missing tooth?
Book an appointment today at Smile 4 U to learn more about single-tooth dental implants in Gardens Dental Centre.
Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.
