I had tooth loss when pregnant and now I want dental implants

Q. Dear Komal I have had a top set of dentures since I was about 24yrs old as I lost a lot of teeth when pregnant and hated dentists so it was easier to have them remove my top set and I’m now 50yrs old. I haven’t been to the dentist for about 20+ years either, partly due to money and partly due to anxiety and embarrassment. Having put 2 children through University on my own and now having the chance to take voluntary redundancy I have considered possibility of having dental implants and sorting out my teeth but am unsure of how much it may cost for a full top set and whether I would be suitable - could you advise please? Also, as I live near Chester could you recommend a more local expert I could approach? With all my heart I wish I had my own teeth and know that implants would give me more confidence in myself and make me feel much happier too. I would just have to find the courage to go along for a consultation too. Kind regards

A. Thank you for your question. Due to the fact that you lost your teeth at such a young age, you may have fairly extensive bone loss in the upper arch. Implants are possible, however you may be in need of some bone grafting. You will know this for certain once x-rays have been taken. You do not have to have individual teeth restored with implants. In many cases 6-8 implants can be placed in the upper jaw and a full mouth bridge can be placed. This type of treatment can cost  around £15,000.
You may ahve option of having an implant retained denture. this would involve placement of 3-4 implants and a denture which is held in to place. This can provide much more stability and support than you may have already and would be a cheaper alternative. The closest dentists to you that I know of are either in Liverpool or Manchester but I am certain that you google implant dentists in your area you will find many dentists that can carry out this treatment for you. If you are going to have implants placed it is best to find someone close to you. Kailesh Solanki who is also an expert on this site and places implants. If you cannot find an implant dentist in your area then you could go and see him for a consultation.
Kind regards

Dr Komal Suri
Smile Design Dental
www.smiledesigndental.co.uk
Tel: 01296 624163
33 High Street
Wendover Buckinghamshire
HP22 6DU

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