For the upper, I always recommend 4 as a minimum, but the more implants you have the better. There are also other factors which have to be taken into account before deciding on the number of impants. This would be discussed after clinical and radiographic examination. I hope this helps.

The options to replace missing teeth are
1. denture
2. bridge
3. implants.

I hope this helps.

It really depends on where you are looking at prices as some practices quote the implants and the restorations (Crowns / Bridges) seperately which can make it difficult if you are trying to shop around.

In answer to your question about the difference between having an implant with a crown and a crown on it’s own; this really depends if the underlying tooth and root are suitable for supporting a crown.  If not then an implant would be the better option but this can only be ascertained following a detailed consultation with a dental professional.  If looked after the typical lifespan for a crown can be 10 – 15 years, but like implants they do need to be cared for.

I hope that this helps answer your question.

Regards
George Glover

We offer a range of implant related treatments including the use of Implants to stabilise dentures.

The first step would be for you to have a consultation with us and we can then carry out a comprehensive examination and then give you all the options.

Many Thanks

George Glover.

1:extraction of the three teeth and addition of the teeth to your existing denture. approx £600 – £800

2:placement of two dental implants to retain the denture £2000 – £3000

3:new implant retained denture £1000 – £2000.

hope this is helpful

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki