Making a Dental Implant Appointment
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If you decide that you are interested in having dental implants, the first step is making an appointment with a dentist. Whether or not you will eventually have the procedure, it is very important to consult a dentist that you can trust and whom you feel comfortable with. As dental implants are generally cosmetic procedures, they are not usually available on the NHS, so it is equally important to find a practitioner who you can afford.
Finding a Dentist
If your current dentist does not offer dental implants, or if you wish to look elsewhere for treatment, the internet is a great place to start. There are hundreds of practices which advertise their services online and also supply reams of information about not only the treatment, but the practice and its dentists as well. A word of warning however; these websites are advertising tools and might not be one hundred percent trustworthy. It is a good idea, therefore, to find some independent reviews of the particular clinic before deciding on it. There are numerous forums for people seeking and undergoing dental implant treatment where the pros and cons of several different clinics and dentists are discussed.
If you are still struggling to make a decision do not be afraid to ask the opinion of friends and acquaintances who have undergone dental work. Your doctor and dentist will also be able to give you professional, unbiased information about where to get treatment.
Making an Appointment
Once you have a dentist, the next step is getting in touch. Most practices have websites where you will be able to find contact email addresses and telephone numbers. If you are not particularly web savvy your doctor or dentist may be able to give you the details of a good practitioner near you.
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Guide to Dental Implants in London & the UK
- Causes of Tooth Loss
- Can I have Dental Implants?
- Types of Dental Implants
- What is Immediate Loading Surgery?
- What are Delayed Placement Implants?
- What is an Implant Overdenture?
- Additional Surgery with Dental Implants
- Making a Dental Implant Appointment
- Dental Implant Consultation
- How to Prepare for a Dental Implant
- Sedation & Anaesthetic in Dental Implant Procedures
- What to Expect During your Dental Implant Procedure
- Dental Implant Recovery
- Taking Care of Dental Implants
- Cleaning Dental Implants
- Waiting after a Tooth Extraction to have a Dental Implant
- What is Dental Implant Failure?
- Risks of Dental Implants
- Complications with Dental Implants
- Benefits of Dental Implants
- Disadvantages of Dental Implants
- Compare Dental Implants
- How Long do Dental Implants Last?
- Do I need a Dental Implant for Every Tooth that is Missing?
- Dental Implants for One Tooth
- Types of Single Tooth Implants
- Dental Implants when more than one Tooth is Missing
- Cost of Dental Implants
- Can I get Dental Implants on the NHS?
- Affording Dental Implants
- Future of Dental Implants
- Best Dental Implants
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- Two Dental Implants
- Three Dental Implants
- All on Four Dental Implants
- Full Jaw (Full Arch) Dental Implants
- Dental Implant for One Missing Tooth
- Dental Implants for Two Missing Teeth
- Dental Implants for Three Missing Teeth
- Dental Implants for Four Missing Teeth
- Dental Implants for Five Missing Teeth
- Denture Stabilisation
- Mini Dental Implants
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