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Dental implants are a realistic, strong and permanent way of replacing missing teeth. They can be used to replace a single tooth or a number of teeth, and can also be used as a much more comfortable and convenient method of keeping dentures in place.
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Implant fixed denture |
Implants are small devices which are, in effect, false tooth roots. Made out of titanium metal, they are placed carefully into the jaw bone and left in place until they bond with the bone.
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Cross section of the position of implants on model in lower jaw |
This creates a strong and permanent support for replacement teeth, which are hand-made by a specialist technician in a dental laboratory and specifically shaped and coloured to provide a perfect match to your other teeth. |
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Dental implant |
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| Crowns, bridges and denture reconstruction can be placed over the implants. |
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