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Are there any cheap alternatives to implants?

November 11th, 2010
Q.
I would really like to get dental implants but just don’t have available funds at the moment. Are there any good alternatives to this treatment that are well founded in their own respect and will last for a good amount of time?
A.
No, not really. Unfortunately … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Is dental implants inserted through gums and bone?

November 7th, 2010
Q.
Does the dental implant go right down to the gum or is it similar to the dental crown in that it is rested above them?
A.
Not really sure what you mean,… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Is material used for bone grafting artificial?

October 23rd, 2010
Q.
For the bone graft where is the bone taken from? Is it artificial or is actually taken from somewhere else on the body? It all sounds a bit icky to me!
A.
depends what type of grafting … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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How will I know if dental implant has failed?

October 21st, 2010
Q.
What signs should I look out for when I get my dental implant to check to make sure it has not failed? Is there any kind of behaviour I should refrain from to make sure this does not come about?
A.

it is not always obvious if … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Are there likely to be complications with dental implant?

October 21st, 2010
Q.
I want to get a dental implant but I am unsure whether this is such a safe option. Are dental implants prone to infection or is it relatively safe to go ahead with? What possible problems could develop?
A.
it is a very safe option if ca… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Is dental crown cause of lisp?

October 16th, 2010
Q.
3 days ago I got a crown put onto my dental implant, but I have got a lisp since I put it in. I was not epecting this to be honest. Will this go away quickly?
A.
not really common for a crown.… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Is implant necessary? Could I not just get crown?

October 14th, 2010
Q.
Is there real difference betwee getrting an implant and a crown and just getting a crown? Would the crown not just do as good a job on its own? The crown would need to be replaced either way wouldn’t it?
A.
if you need an implant it mean… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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How long does implant need to heal?

October 11th, 2010
Q.
How long does the healing process take following the dental implants procedure? Will it be necessary to get stitches or things like that. Is it counted as a kind of major surgery?
A.
minor surgery, sometimes you d… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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What is an estimate cost of dental implant and crown?

October 11th, 2010
Q.
How much would you say it would cost to get a dental implant and a crown? I look online but no one really seems to give an actual estimate.
A.
it is hard to say without seei… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Is there an artificial choice for bone grafting?

October 9th, 2010
Q.
After reading about the bone grafting I am not all that sure about getting bone from my leg. Is it possible to get something artificial or is this not as good as your own natural bone?
A.
most people will avoid bone ha… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108

Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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