It may come as no surprise to you that our dentist in Marylebone here at Plowman & Partners loves nothing more than putting a smile on your face! Our practice has been creating healthy and happy smiles since 1922 and we have recently refurbished the premises again. It’s just one of the many ways we keep moving with the times to provide you with a comfortable and relaxed environment that offers the latest skills and technology from our dentist in Marylebone. An example of one treatment that is advanced and ideal for completing your smile is that of dental implants. Dental implants are used to stabilise replacement teeth, whether you are having crowns, bridges or dentures. It involves using the latest techniques and technology to give you a smile that functions naturally and looks natural too. 
What they are
Dental implants are metal screws that are attached to the jawbone, where you have missing teeth. They are stabilised firmly, when the gums heal around them, so they shouldn’t be able to move at all. To these screws, our dentist can then attach your replacement teeth and the result is a beautiful smile that never has to falter, because you won’t need to remove your replacement teeth when you are eating or want to clean them. In effect, dental implants enable your replacement teeth to function completely like natural teeth. The only difference is that your replacement teeth won’t be able to develop cavities!
Are they difficult to look after?
Dental implants are very easy to take care of. All you need to do is clean them by brushing and flossing. You should also come and see us for your routine check-ups as frequently as advised, which is normally once or twice a year. You won’t need to avoid eating any particular foods for fear of them being loosened by what’s on your plate, because they shouldn’t be going anywhere at all! You will also have the benefit of being able to go to bed without having to remove them.
What are the other advantages of choosing dental implants?
For people with missing teeth, it is really important to replace them to protect remaining natural teeth from being exposed more to bacteria and developing further dental problems. You could also find that by having missing teeth, you have difficulty speaking clearly or chewing your food properly, but by replacing them, these issues should be addressed. You could even find that by having missing teeth replaced with dental implants that your face looks more youthful, because you have given the face the structure it needs for the skin to relax and appear smoother, without the need for major surgery! In fact, having dental implants isn’t a major operation and we can fit them with local anaesthetic, ensuring that you don’t feel anything. You will need two appointments to fit the screws and temporary replacement teeth and, after your gums have healed, you can then have your permanent replacement teeth attached.
If you want to know a bit more about dental implants, or any of our other treatments, simply give us a call and book in with our experienced team, who are looking forward to meeting you and discussing your concerns. Our dentist in Marylebone will examine your mouth to ascertain what the treatment options could be and will be happy to explain everything to you in depth, so you can choose the treatment that is right for you. So, it’s time to smile your best smile courtesy of us at Plowman’s & Partners; it’s what we’re here for!