If you have one or more missing teeth, it can make chewing food, annunciating words, and smiling difficult.
While most people know that a single missing tooth can be replaced with a single dental implant, did you know that an individual implant can also be used to replace several missing teeth?
Otherwise known as a multiple-tooth implant or an ‘implant-supported bridge’, it represents a step up from conventional bridges or partial dentures. It is also a cost-effective alternative to replacing every missing tooth with an implant-supported crown. Want to know more about multi-tooth implants? Read on for a more defined explanation.
The Benefits Of Multiple-Tooth Implants
Here are 4 solid reasons why you might want to choose multi-tooth implants over other tooth replacement options:
They offer increased strength and durability that conventional bridges simply cannot provide.
They preserve surrounding teeth, unlike traditional bridges that often require modifications to support natural teeth. These are modifications that can compromise the health of a tooth.
They represent a long-term solution that can last for many years.
Multi-tooth implants are a cost-effective alternative to individual implants when you have multiple missing teeth.
What To Expect At Smile Success
At our Camberley practice, we’ve been supporting the people of Surrey with implant-based restorations for many years. So here’s what you can expect when you book an implant consultation.
During your first visit, we’ll carry out a thorough dental examination to see if you’re eligible and talk you through your options and payment plans. We’re also happy to answer all your questions and concerns so you have all the tools necessary to make a fully informed decision.
If you decide to go ahead, we’ll take some pictures of your jaw using 3D imaging software during a second consultation. From this, we’ll develop a personalised treatment plan detailing the process, the length of time it will take and the costs involved.
Once you’ve read through everything and are happy, we’ll get you to sign a consent form, and our implant coordinator will book you in for your implant treatment.
The surgical aspect will only take 1-2 hours, after which you may be fitted with temporary restorations.
After several months and once the implant has fully stabilised in the jaw, any temporary restorations are removed and your permanent bridging restorations are fitted.
Don’t Suffer The Consequences Of Multiple Missing Teeth
Get in touch with the professional team at Smile Success and ask us about multiple-tooth dental implants.
FAQs
1. How Does A Multiple Tooth Implant Work?
Similar to a conventional bridge, a multi-tooth implant relies on a pontic ‘bridging’ restoration to span the gap.
However, unlike a traditional bridge where the pontic tooth is anchored by a metal framework and supporting crowns that sit over adjacent natural teeth, the bridging tooth of an implant-supported version is attached to a single dental implant.
The implant creates a fully stable, standalone structure that supports the bridging restoration and doesn’t rely on adjacent teeth. Here are some examples of how we might use a multiple-tooth dental implant:
For two adjacent missing teeth, you might have a multi-tooth implant, which is anchored into the first gap, coupled with a cantilevered ‘bridging’ tooth covering the second.
Alternatively, if you have 3-5 adjacent missing teeth, we might suggest a multiple-tooth implant at either end of the gap with a bridging tooth or teeth spanning the middle.
Finally, 5-6 missing teeth may use just 3 multiple-tooth implants with corresponding bridging teeth spanning the remaining gaps.
As you can see, multi-tooth implants are an adaptable and cost-effective solution that fits most eventualities.
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After a meaningful conversation with Nikki lead to a consultation with Nadeem a thorough examination and review Nadeem confirmed that implants were viable .This was good news for us.The implants are now in daily use without any problems. This is a direct result of the care and professionalism exhibited throughout the treatment by the team, Nadeem ,Sheena, Arati and Sayiti .I suppose the real recommendation is that we are now having further implant work carried out .
Have read many of the reviews for Smile Success and really can’t think of a single thing to add that hasn’t already been saidJust excellent in all respects!I had two full jaw implants which Dr Zafar explained could be tricky as my jaw bones were in such poor condition but he just persisted and although it has been quite a long journey, I couldn’t be more pleased and grateful for all the hard work and especially the final outcome.My teeth are lovely and even better, I can eat properly!!!I am just so pleased and would thoroughly recommend this practice for the great results and all the lovely, kind and professional people who work thereThank you so much
I needed two implants and after much searching and reading of reviews, settled on Smile Success, and I'm so glad I did.The team are great - Dr Zafar who carried out my treatment along with nurses Arati and Sangita were brilliant, talked me through every step, and were very reassuring and patient. Nikki coordinated all my treatment and was very well organised as there were quite a few appointments over several months, and this worked well. The implants are great. Thank you all! I would highly recommend.
A huge thank you to Dr. Zafar for my implants – the results are fantastic. Nurses Arati and Sangita were wonderful and made me feel really relaxed throughout the process. And of course, a special mention to Nikki, who has been totally professional and supportive from start to finish. The whole team made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and comfortable. Highly recommended! I will see you all again later in the year for more planned work. Jason
I've recently had 3 implants with the practice, all were explained by Dr Zafar who makes you feel at ease with a relaxed atmosphere, plus the nurses Arati and Sangita who along with Nikki the Practice Manager sorted out the treatment plan and costs which were explained. All appointments are booked in advance for the next treatment plan and they try to accommodate times that suit yourself. I would highly recommend and wouldn't go anywhere else for any future work.
Dr Zafar is very knowledgeable and experienced and is ably supported by a great team.I found that he had the best outcome for me in mind with the advice he provided even if it meant one less implant (so less money for the practice). I wouldn't want it any other way.I found Dr Zafar to be happy to discuss various options and answer all the questions I had.For the two implants I did end up having, there have been no complications and they've been A-OK since I had them done one and a half years ago.Nikki, the practice manager is very approachable and helps coordinate treatment which makes it easy to find out pertinent information about treatment both before and after.I found nurses Arati and Sangita to be pleasant and adept at getting scans done and assisting Dr Zafar with the actual implant procedures.The practice is equipped with all the latest equipment including the 3D xray scanner which was a key deciding factor for me after getting nothing but hassle at a totally different unrelated practice where scans are done at a different location with poor communication between the implantologist's practice and the place where the scanner was resulting in wasted trips due to incorrect instructions.All in all, a professional service that I have no hesitation in recommending for anyone considering getting implants.
I was very nervous about having an implant but after my consultation with Dr Nadeem felt assured as he explained the whole procedure. Having been to other dentists, I felt confident immediately on seeing Dr Nadeem as he has a calming influence and is kind and understanding.My tooth was extracted, implant placed and I could not believe how pain free this was.Nikki on reception is such a lovely, warm, friendly person and has been most helpful throughout.I have received excellent treatment and cannot recommend Smile Success highly enough. Thank you to the whole team and the confident smile I now have 😊 Heidi Kent
First rate service, beginning to end. The team here are experienced, processional and don't treat you like a number. They take time to explain procedures and there is no pressure, just best advice. Having had an implant from Nadeem I can genuinely say you are in good hands and he will make you feel at ease. Nikki, who is the practice manager, interfaces exceptionally well with patients and is kind, caring and understanding.I travelled quite a distance to attend here. Very glad I did. Heartily recommended.
All i can say is that these people are amazing. They make you feel very comfortable before they get on with their job from start to finish its all friendly. I wouldn't go anywhere else. My partner and myself have been going here since 2016.
Outstanding care for nervous patients!As someone who as always had a fear of going to a dentist, Dr Nadeem Zafar and the team (Arati and Nikki) at Smile Success have gone out of their way to make me feel as comfortable as possible.I am currently going through major restoration treatment and I absolutely love the results so far. I really look forward to my next visit now which is something I never thought I would say!Everything from the treatment plan, appointments and billing is clearly structured and transparent. I cannot recommend this practice highly enough.
My experience of Smile Success has been fantastic - from a warm welcome from reception, through to the professionalism of the highly experienced Dr Zafar. The whole team are friendly, kind and approachable. I'm a nervous dental patient and the team made me feel comfortable and safe. I honestly felt absolutely no pain or discomfort when the tooth implant was placed. I highly recommend Smile Success! Thank you!
