Dental implants can be used to replace one or more missing teeth. An implant is placed in the jawbone and can support a crown, bridge or removable denture.
At Harcourt Dental Clinic in Dublin, we start by assessing your teeth, gums and bite and listening to what you would like help with. We explain whether implants may be suitable and discuss alternatives, such as a bridge or denture.
The aim is to help you understand your options, what treatment would involve and the care needed afterwards.
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A dental implant has three main parts:
After the implant is placed, a healing period allows the bone to integrate with the implant. This creates a stable foundation for the final restoration.
Dental implants can be used to replace:
The type of restoration depends on the number of missing teeth, bone availability, and overall treatment plan.
Replacing missing teeth is not only about appearance. Missing teeth can lead to:
Implants can help maintain bone levels and restore function more predictably than some alternative options.
The cost depends on the number of teeth being replaced, the type of replacement teeth and whether any preparatory treatment is needed. Following assessment, we explain the suitable options and provide a full costing for the proposed treatment before you decide how to proceed. We also discuss ongoing care and maintenance.
Not all patients are immediately suitable for implant treatment. We assess:
– Bone volume and bone quality.
– Gum health.
– Medical history.
– Smoking and oral hygiene.
– Bite forces and overall dental condition.
In some cases, additional procedures such as bone grafting or gum treatment may be required before implants can be placed.
We plan the replacement teeth and implant placement together. Where more than one clinician is involved, we explain who will carry out each stage and how your care will be coordinated.
Successful implant treatment depends on careful planning. This includes:
Implants are planned around the final restoration, not the other way around.
If you are considering replacing missing teeth, please contact our team to arrange a consultation. We can assess your mouth and discuss which options may suit you.
You can also read about implants and bridges and implant-retained dentures.
Read what our patients have to say about their care at Harcourt Dental Clinic.
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I required some extensive dental work, which I had been catastrophising in my head for some time now. Having finally plucked up the courage, I consider myself extremely fortunate to have been cared for so professionally & competently by Lorna…
I had a great experience with Lorna. She was very competent, gentle and took the time to explain everything clearly. I’d highly recommend Lorna to anyone who feels anxious about visiting the dentist!
I’ve been a patient at Harcourt Dental Clinic for about 5 years now, and I couldn’t be happier with the service I’ve received. From the friendly and welcoming staff to the professional and skilled dentists, every visit has been a…
Martina is an excellent hygienist, professional, kind, and thorough. She made me feel completely at ease and did a fantastic job with my cleaning. I highly recommend her!
I would highly recommend this dental practice. They are very professional in every sense. Special shout-out for Cianna & Kevin, two highly skilled dentists.
I strongly recommend this dental practice. The reception staff are always friendly and polite. Dr Lorna Mahon and her assistant have been excellent in treating a quite difficult dental issue with great care and professionalism.
If you would like to discuss your teeth or treatment options, please contact our team to arrange a consultation.
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