{"id":58,"date":"2014-06-24T14:58:31","date_gmt":"2014-06-24T13:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/uk\/?page_id=58"},"modified":"2024-11-21T13:23:36","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T12:23:36","slug":"cheap-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/cheap-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheap Dental Implants: How to Get Affordable Tooth Implants in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you need to replace a missing tooth, it’s understandable you’re searching for cheap dental implants in the UK<\/strong>. Teeth implants are the longest-lasting and most natural-looking solution for replacing missing teeth and restoring your smile<\/a>. But with the average cost of a single implant being \u00a32,300 in the UK, they are certainly not the most affordable option, especially if you don’t have dental insurance<\/a> . <\/p>

Although you shouldn’t make a decision about dental work based purely on cost, we know it’s an important consideration. And low-cost implants are few and far between, as you have probably discovered.<\/p>

Fortunately, there are ways for Brits to get affordable dental implants<\/strong> both in the UK and overseas<\/a>. In this guide, we have a variety of tips for making the cost of private dental care – not just implants – less restrictive. We also offer some advice on the other things to consider when deciding where to get your treatment.<\/p>

So if you or a loved one need to replace missing teeth but are put off by the high cost, we hope you can find a solution here which makes cheaper teeth implants a reality.<\/p>

Implants: the basics<\/h2>
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Do implants seem too expensive?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>

Before we get stuck into ways to find low-cost implants, we’ll quickly go over what exactly a tooth implant is and how it is placed<\/strong>.<\/p>

The term ‘implant’ refers to the titanium screw inserted into the jaw bone, where the tooth root would usually be. An abutment is placed on top of this, then a tooth crown (artificial tooth) is attached to the abutment.<\/p>

However, when people refer to a tooth implant they often mean the entire structure, including the abutment and crown.<\/p>

Implant procedure<\/h3>
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The screw, abutment and crown make up a tooth implant<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>

The process for placing an implant is as follows:<\/p>

  1. Consultation with a dental surgeon to confirm you are a suitable candidate for implants – this includes x-rays and\/or scans of your mouth<\/li>
  2. Cost estimate provided<\/li>
  3. Extraction of any teeth that are being replaced<\/li>
  4. Bone graft or sinus lift surgery<\/a> (if required)<\/li>
  5. Placement of implant – site left to heal<\/li>
  6. Installation of abutment – plus a temporary crown, if provided<\/li>
  7. Dental impressions for creation of tooth crown<\/li>
  8. Fitting of crown<\/li> <\/ol>

    This entire process can take the best part of a year<\/strong> because of the healing time required at each stage. For patients who don’t require teeth extractions or surgery, it will be a little quicker (and cheaper). Some dental surgeons may place the implant and abutment or the abutment and crown at the same time, which also shortens the overall procedure.<\/p>

    Your experience will vary depending on your overall oral health, the number and position of implants required, and the type of implant you choose.<\/p>

    You can read about this process and the types of implants available in much more detail in our full guide to dental implants<\/a>. The following animation shows the full process of placing a traditional implant:<\/p>

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