Complete Dental Implants Guide
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth, topped with a crown, bridge or secured denture. Treatment usually takes place over several months to allow healing, and published research reports success rates above 95% at ten years. At Station House Dental Care single implants start from £2,380.
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant replaces a missing tooth from the root upwards. It has three parts: the implant itself, a titanium post that is placed into the jawbone and acts as an artificial root; the abutment, a connector that sits at gum level; and the restoration, usually a porcelain crown, which is the visible tooth. Because titanium bonds with bone in a process called osseointegration, a healed implant is stable and functions much like a natural tooth. Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth with an implant bridge, or support a full-arch restoration or a secured denture.
The dental implant process step by step
Treatment is carried out in stages. First is a consultation and assessment, including X-rays or a 3D scan to check bone quality and plan the position. Next, if you proceed, the implant post is placed under local anaesthetic. A healing period of typically three to six months follows, during which the implant integrates with the bone; a temporary tooth can often be provided in the meantime. Once healed, the abutment and a custom-made crown are fitted, and the bite is checked and adjusted. Some cases need extra steps such as a bone graft or sinus lift, which your dentist will explain if relevant.
How much do dental implants cost?
At Station House Dental Care a single dental implant, including the post, abutment and crown, starts from £2,380. This is a guide price; the final cost depends on your individual needs and whether any additional procedures, such as a bone graft, are required. More extensive treatment, such as replacing multiple teeth or a full arch, is priced according to the plan. To help make treatment more manageable, 0% interest-free finance is available over 6 or 10 months with no fees, subject to status, which can bring a single implant to from around £212.50 per month over ten months.
Healing time and success rates
Healing is central to a good outcome. After placement, the bone gradually fuses to the titanium post over roughly three to six months before the final crown is fitted. Published research reports implant survival rates above 95% at ten years, making them one of the more predictable treatments in dentistry. The titanium post itself can last many years with good care, while the crown may need replacing after around 15 to 20 years due to normal wear. Success depends on healthy gums, adequate bone, not smoking and keeping up regular hygiene and reviews.
Are you suitable for implants?
Most healthy adults with a fully developed jaw can be considered for implants. The key factors are having enough good-quality bone to hold the implant, healthy gums, and general health that allows for minor surgery and healing. Smoking, uncontrolled diabetes and untreated gum disease can reduce success rates and may need addressing first. Age alone is not a barrier; implants are routinely placed in older patients. Only a clinical assessment with imaging can confirm whether implants are right for you, and your dentist will discuss any alternatives such as a bridge or denture.
At Station House Dental Care in Barnoldswick, dental implant treatment is led by our experienced implant dentist, Dr Samarth Shetty (GDC 284615). Single implants start from £2,380 as a guide, and 0% interest-free finance is available over 6 or 10 months with no fees, subject to status. If you are also considering removable options, our dentures page explains the alternatives. Treatment begins with a consultation, examination and written treatment plan.
Frequently asked questions
How much do dental implants cost in Barnoldswick?
A single dental implant including the post, abutment and crown costs from £2,380 at Station House Dental Care. 0% finance is available over 10 months, making payments from £212.50 per month.
How long do dental implants last?
The titanium post can last a lifetime with good oral hygiene. Published research shows survival rates above 95% at 10 years. The porcelain crown may need replacing after 15 to 20 years due to normal wear.
Does getting a dental implant hurt?
The placement is done under local anaesthetic. You feel pressure but not pain. Most patients say it was less uncomfortable than the extraction that created the gap. Mild soreness for a few days afterwards is normal.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age alone is not a barrier. What matters is bone quality, gum health and overall medical fitness. Implants have been placed successfully in patients in their seventies and eighties.
What is the success rate of dental implants?
Published research shows dental implant success rates above 95% at 10 years. Failure is uncommon and most commonly occurs if the bone does not fuse properly with the titanium post during the healing phase.
Book your implant consultation
To find out whether dental implants are right for you, call 01282 965286 or book a consultation online. If you have a dental emergency, please call the practice as early in the day as possible for a same-day appointment.