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Dental implant smile journey

Serving patients throughout Ferndown

The key to successful dental implant treatment is in the planning stages. At your initial consultation our implant dentist, Reginald Yeow, will assess your oral health, discuss your case and consider all of the implant treatment options available to you before issuing a treatment plan.

Dental implant treatment will typically take between 3 to 6 months to complete and include the following steps at Envisage Dental Ferndown:

  1. Consultation – Reginald will start by listening to your requirements and address your questions as well as recommending which options will best suit you. During this appointment Reginald will also conduct an assessment of your mouth, gums and bone structure using x-rays and scans. This will assess the bone support for a dental implant as sometimes it is necessary to carry out a bone graft or sinus lift to ensure we have the appropriate foundation into which we can securely place the implants.
  2. Pre-treatment – Patients must have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support dental implants. At your initial consultation Reginald will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further.

    Some patients may need to see a hygienist for a course of treatment to ensure their gums are strong and healthy before the dental implant process can begin.

    Reginald will also check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully at this initial consultation. If there is insufficient bone you may need pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts. You may have to wait several months for this to heal prior to starting your dental implant journey.
  3. Implant placement – Once you are dentally fit and have healthy bone structure, you are ready for your implant placement. The process and length of appointment will vary depending on your individual requirements and complexity. Reginald will advise in advance what to expect throughout this appointment. You will be given a local anaesthetic to ensure that you are comfortable throughout the process.

    With All on 4 treatments (known as ‘same day smile’), the final replacement teeth are fitted the same day without the need to wait for healing and integration.
  4. Healing and integration - The titanium post (dental implant) needs to be left for a short time for the bone and gum to heal around it before it can be used to support a new tooth. Once that happens, the titanium becomes one with the bone around it… a key stage is known as biological integration.

    This stage can take between 3 and 6 months. Once the implant has integrated with the bone, it provides a strong and stable platform for the new crown, bridge or denture.
  5. Restoring - Once your implant integrates with the bone, we are then able to restore the implant with replacement teeth. This stage is carried out over 2 appointments. At the first appointment we will take scans/impressions of the position of the implants in relation to your other teeth and structures, so that the crown/bridge/denture can be carefully crafted to best blend with your natural smile.

    At the second appointment Reginald will then securely fix your crown, bridge or denture to the dental implant. Most teeth attached to implants are fixed permanently and can only be removed by your dentist. However, if you have removable dentures attached to the implants, then you’ll be able to take them out for cleaning. In all cases, your dentist will ensure that your replacement teeth fit properly, match your other teeth and feel comfortable. Once in place, they will look, feel and function as a natural tooth.
  6. Aftercare - Implants are an excellent option and investment in your health. With the right aftercare, they can last for a lifetime.

    For such a long-term success, taking care of your implant is important. As with natural teeth, implants require the same regular check-ups and conscientious oral hygiene. Once you follow these guidelines, your implants can be maintained for decades.

To find out more about how dental implants could transform your life, book a consultation with Reginald!

Dentist

Reginald Yeow

Reg qualified at King’s College Hospital, London, in 2001.In 2002 he worked in the restorative dentistry department at Birmingham Dental School for one year.In 2002 he moved to Dorset and has worked in general practice until the present day.Reg has a special interest in dental implants and completed a Master’s Degree in Dental Implantology from Bristol University in 2018. He now receives referrals...

Reginald Yeow
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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Envisage Dental Ferndown. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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1161 Reviews

5.0

13th November 2024

Very professional and friendly staff all round. Easy to explain teeth problems if necessary. The only nuisance occasionally is that the car park is very restrictive and sometimes full on arrival.

12th November 2024

I am put at ease and feel confident that they are giving one the best advice and treatment.

12th November 2024

Very satisfied

10th November 2024

My experience was great due dentist,nurse,reception staff being very friendly and helpful. Dentist explained everything she was doing and put me at ease. I was recommended to Envisage as I was new to the area, very pleased I was.

9th November 2024

Friendly and highly efficient and knowledgeable staff

9th November 2024

Everyone from Reception staff to Dentist were relaxed and friendly. I was put on a cancellation list and received a phone call to bring my appointment forward on every occasion.

7th November 2024

Efficient service, courtesy and understanding of required treatment. Clean and comfortable waiting room - full treatment to yet receive!

6th November 2024

Staff at this practice are always very friendly, helpful and efficient.

6th November 2024

Clean, efficient, professional with extra care and friendliness. Total trust

5th November 2024

I was able to make an apptment by phone and another in person.There were magazines in the comfortable waiting rooms. I was not rushed. I was treated like a valuable intelligent human. It was rather like it used to be years ago.

MB

Mark Beisley

I can’t imagine that there are many of you that like going to the dentist, me included. So for those who’s toes curl at the mere thought of an injection, Envisage is the dental practice for you. Calming, understanding and patient, the trauma is made as ‘bearable’ as it can be. Sarah is by far the best dentist I have ever had, throughly recommended for all other ‘toe curling white knucklers’ like me.

3rd November 2024

The staff are always friendly and courteous. The equipment is up to date and clean. The dental staff are aware of latest developments. They listen without rushing.

1st November 2024

Very efficient and lovely staff

R

Rdbrooksie

I have been using this dental practise for quite a few years. Sarah and Mia have been wonderful in looking after my teeth. They, together with the rest of the team have been wonderful.

30th October 2024

I was treated in a highly professional and informative manner

30th October 2024

The team is very friendly and professional. The Ferndown surgery offers an excellent customer service.

29th October 2024

I have complete trust in my dentist to offer the most appropriate treatment and always feel safe and comfortable

26th October 2024

I’ve been coming to this dentist for over 30 years. I’m always impressed with the high standards of the service I receive. Can’t fault it.

26th October 2024

Grateful for the work done, although not a pleasant experience!

25th October 2024

Friendly and efficient

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