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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?
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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
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Are implants held by cement on posts?

November 7th, 2010
Q.
Hi My question is about implants. Are implants held by cement on the posts. I am told that they come off by themselves in a year or months. Is there no technique available that allows a mechanical fastening? Your detailed reply would be highly appreciated. Regards
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Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite, 27 Park Rd, Loughborough, LE11 2ED
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Is there an age limit to having dental implants?

November 7th, 2010
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Is there an age limit to having inplants. I am 79yrs old with a heart pacemaker. Otherwise in good health. Thank you.
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hello, no there isn’t an age l… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Is material used for bone grafting artificial?

October 23rd, 2010
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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!
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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?
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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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Can alcohol impare success of dental implant?

October 21st, 2010
Q.
From what I have read on it I know that smoking can have serious implications whether or not the implant will be sucessful. But what about alcohol consumption? Is this another activity that should be limited or altogether stopped when I first get the implant?
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Are there likely to be complications with dental implant?

October 21st, 2010
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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?
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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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Able to have implant during ortho treatment?

October 18th, 2010
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I am due to have damon braces fitted early in January. However a tooth that has historically been a problem (is a root filled crown premolar)is now very loose and I guess likely to be on its last legs. An implant has been mentioned before but the addditional cost has been a major con. Is it possible to have an implant during ortho treatment or would I need to sort out the errant tooth first? Many Thanks
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dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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What is the time limit to get an implant when tooth is removed?

October 17th, 2010
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How long after a tooth is extracted before the teeth around start moving. I had a tooth removed and had been planning on getting a dental implant but now things in my personal life are taking over. How long do I have after tooth extraction before dental implant is not plausible?
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I would try not to leave it lo… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Will dental implant require special care when I get it?

October 17th, 2010
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If I were to get a dental implant would I need to pay particular attention to cleaning this area or is it just the same routine with the other teeth? Is there anything special I would need to do for the implant?
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Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton Manchester, M41 8GN
Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250
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