Patients eligible for Sheen Dental implants in Richmond

Patients who have lost one, several, or even whole rows of teeth within the mouth may be eligible for this form of restorative dentistry (Dental Implants). Tooth loss can be due to oral diseases (such as gum disease) which can cause patients to lose many teeth, as well as suffer bleeding and swollen gums. Accidents can also lead to tooth loss, such as patients falling off a bike, or being involved in a car accident which results in a blunt force trauma to the mouth.

Are dental implants available on the National Health Service?

This depends heavily on the patient’s individual dental case. Dental implants are only available under the National Health Service if there is a medical requirement for this treatment. Patients who are born with a cleft lip, a medical condition which results in disfigured teeth, may be eligible, as well as individuals who have been involved in an accident which has resulted in tooth loss.

What is restorative dentistry?

Restorative dentistry is a form of dentistry which strives to restore not only the function of the teeth, but also the aesthetic appearance of an individual’s smile. Dental implants are a popular example of restorative dentistry that allows patients to eat, chew, and brush normally again. Aside from restoring the function of the teeth, restorative dentistry also focuses on the study, diagnosis, and management of oral diseases and infections of the teeth.

Why is it important to replace missing teeth?

Patients who are suffering from gaps within the mouth, may be reluctant to replace their teeth for several reasons, such as their finances, busy lives, or dental nerves, however having missing teeth can dramatically affect a patient’s life. Missing teeth can not only cause extreme discomfort (or even pain) when eating, drinking, or partaking in daily cleaning routines, however it can also cause decreased self-confidence. Patients may suffer from speech impairment, such as a lisp, and also hindrance in their social and career prospects.

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How long do dental implants last?

Many patients who are considering this particular form of restorative dentistry may be  investing both financially and emotionally, and will therefore wish for their implants to last a considerable period of time. Although it is hard to say exactly how long a patient’s implant will last, when cared for correctly, they can last for at least ten years if not a lot longer.

Private dental care

Despite dental implants being available under the National Health Service, some individuals may not be eligible, and therefore resort to private dental care. Under private dental care, the price of dental implants may depend on the number of teeth missing. Many individuals may be put off by a considerable financial cost, however there are now alternative payment options available.

Monthly finance plans Within the modern field of dentistry, there are now multiple options available. 0% finance options are interest free plans which are spread across twelve months of payment. Some patients may wish for a longer period of time to pay off their treatment, many dental clinics may offer a competitive rate of interest where treatment can be paid off over several years. However implants are an investment in a patient’s health and confidence which are well worth considering, as their benefits are far reaching, as any dentist will be able to tell you.

Apurva Thakur

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