Missing Tooth

[LALL]

I have a front tooth missing. I have heard of implants, but i am worried about the pain. Is it a big operation and what type of sedation will i need.

lall

[admin]

There are several options available for missing teeth:

1.Dental implants
2.Bridges
3.Dentures

Your dentist will be able to give you advice on what would be suitable for your case. Implant surgery can by relatively painless however it depends on what you need doing some patients require bone grafts and sinus lifts which involves more extensive surgery than simply placing an implant

[Dr Pav Khaira]

Hi Lall,

The surgery for implants is not necessarily uncomfortable, although it very much depends on your response to the surgery and where the implant is placed. I have a gentleman called Dr Kelso come over to place them, he is a highly skilled oral surgeon and medications are available to help keep you comfortable.

Sedation may not necessarily be needed, although your dentist should be able to advise appropriately

Kindest regards

[Dr Kalpesh Bohara]

The implant procedure is not painful at all, if planned and carried out carefully.

Many of my patients who get dental implants have also the option of sedation, which puts them into a relaxed state.

It is very important when seeking a surgeon to carry out the procedure, that you discuss:

1. how many implants procedures they have carried out.
2. what are there qualifications
3. to see before and after photographs of cases and maybe talk to their past patients who have had a similar procedure.

Kind Regards

Dr Kalpesh Bohara
www.dental-suite.co.uk

[Dr Pav Khaira]

Lall, also please remember that implants are a life long commitment. As with all dentistry, the better you look after your teeth and your work, the longer it will last

[Mikey]

Well, there are many differant forms of sedation. There is laughing gas/nitrous oxide which gives you a feeling of well being and a kind of 'high'. Then there is I/v sedation which is very deep so you dont remember anything of the procedure nor' do you realize what is going on. There is the pill form like valium or halcion, and sometimes drinks that help you relax. What type of sedation you would need all depends on how you can handle dental work.

hope this helps

-mikey

[spartus117]

i have personally had the sedation and the standered injections/gas for work. if its minor work always go for the latter but for any extractions ect i personally asked to get referred to a specialist to get the sedation done.

its true you wont remember a thing. the only downside is you will need a day off to recover as the drowsiness takes a while to get used to/wear off. also they seem to recommend to take someone with you when u attend the dentist as most are not in much condition to walk when you come out . lol