Frequently Asked Questions

Our Team of dentists will respond to all relevant enquiries by email. Below are a few popular questions we get asked. It may help to read these before submitting your question as it could save you some time. We strongly advise all users with dental problems to consult a dentist.

Missing Teeth

Hi I have gum recession and due to a prior orthodontic surgery (in which the roots of my 2 canines were cut off) my canines are loose. I have been told that I should get these removed, have gum grafting and also some bone grafting above the canines then after 6 months get the implants put in (will have a false tooth plate in mean time). My Periodontist assures me that with this treatment I should get my smile back and the implants will last as long as a regular tooth. My query is how much would this cost in UK (I am an ex-pat overseas and have been quoted £8000 for the above) but I am from the UK and will be returning shortly I would get alloplastic grafting here but have been told auto is the way to go is this true? Is the 6 months necessary?

Your own bone would produce the best results and after all that you have been through it shouldn't be too much in addition. The six months is generally a good idea for predictability, grafts and implants can be placed simultaneously but it is higher risk because if the graft fails the situation less favorable if a second procedure is required. Costs for grafting are variable and only accurate after a full case assessment.

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