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Dental implants

Serving patients throughout Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury

Dental implant treatment can change your life. Whether you’re replacing a single tooth, or a complete smile, dental implants offer secure teeth that feel just like your own, restoring both your smile and your quality of life.

Not only can implants recreate natural-looking teeth, but they also safeguard your overall dental health. Replacing missing teeth is extremely important, as missing teeth cause bone loss which will age your face and could potentially cause adjacent teeth to become loose too.

At Hadleigh Dental Surgery we can assist with all implant cases, from the simplest to the most complex. Our patients have the peace of mind that they can access progressive technology and benefit from a wealth of experience from our implant dentist, our dentist.

What is a dental implant?

Putting it simply, a dental implant is an artificial root made from titanium which is used to take the place of the original root, securely bonding with the jawbone over time. Once the new root has fully healed, which usually takes between 3 to 6 months, this is used to attach replacement teeth in place using crowns, a bridge or a denture. These replacement teeth are carefully crafted to ensure they match your natural teeth, leaving you with a beautiful, natural looking smile.

Types of implants

  • Single implant – implants can be used to replaces a single tooth, restoring your smile with a single implant and crown.
  • Multiple implants – if you have a gap from a few missing teeth, dental implants can be placed to securely fix a dental bridge in place.
  • Full smile restorations – If you are missing a full arch of teeth, or the full set, 4 to 8 implants can be placed to securely attach a denture. Anchoring dentures on dental implants ensure that they do not slip and are comfortable.

Why choose dental implants?

Crowns, bridges and dentures address the short-term cosmetic problem of missing teeth but do nothing to stop bone loss. Crown and bridge dentistry also requires grinding down healthy teeth leaving them at much greater risk for cavities and tooth failure. Dentures become uncomfortable and unstable over time as the jawbone shrinks causing eating and speech problems.

With dental implants, replacement teeth are securely anchored without compromising any neighbouring healthy teeth. Dental implants, like natural teeth, stimulate the jaw and stop bone loss.

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The benefits of implants

  • Implants look and feel just like natural teeth – you shouldn’t notice any difference.
  • Implants provide permanent stability and comfort without affecting healthy teeth.
  • Implants won’t come loose or fall out.
  • Implants can last for many years if you maintain good oral hygiene.
  • Implants prevent ageing bone loss, by stimulating your bone structure and stabilising the surrounding teeth.

Are you suitable for treatment?

Patients must have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support dental implants. At your initial consultation our dentist will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further.

Some patients may need to see a hygienist for a course of treatment to ensure their gums are strong and healthy before the dental implant process can begin. our dentist will also check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully at this initial consultation. If there is insufficient bone you may need to need pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts.

Book a consultation with our dentist today to find out more about how dental implants could change your life!

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Hadleigh Dental Surgery. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

709 Reviews

5.0

22nd March 2025

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21st March 2025

Caring team & I feel well looked after & have every confidence in any treatments I may be advised to have .

20th March 2025

Excellent care, the dentist listen to my needs, he took his time and explained everything to me and was very thorough, kind and caring. The after care was excellent too.

20th March 2025

Everyone polite, happy, and confident professional, proficient and all exceptional.

20th March 2025

Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional, which made me feel at ease during my checkup

20th March 2025

Excellent service.

19th March 2025

I went for a check up at this appointment and I felt confident that the advice I was given was correct and very professional. One of the most important things as far as I was concerned that after my gums and mouth were examined professionally I felt very assured and confident that there was no cancer etc there.

18th March 2025

Efficient professional service. Very pleasant staff.

18th March 2025

Every member of staff i came into contact with was happy, helpful and courteous. I am always signing their praises to anyone who mentions they need a dentist.

17th March 2025

The dentist explained everything to me, was very pleasant, extraction was very quick.

17th March 2025

Professional and friendly staff at each visit. My concerns listened to and as a patient I was well looked after during my treatments.

15th March 2025

Friendly and excellent service

12th March 2025

I asked questions and was given detailed information

12th March 2025

Always helpful and they explain everything in full. As I’m not a fan of the dentist they are very reassuring and go at your pace.

6th March 2025

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6th March 2025

Dentist seemed very knowledgeable and explained my treatment thoroughly but simply which put me at ease. Quite possibly the nicest dentist I've ever seen!

5th March 2025

Rachel very thorough and helpful.

5th March 2025

The evident care and warmth of all of the stuff. I have total trust in all that they do. Thankyou.

5th March 2025

Very responsive reception team and really excellent dental care

5th March 2025

Always welcoming, friendly, professional and explain everything thoroughly. I have total trust in the clinicians and the quality of care is exceptional. Flawless and so grateful to be a patient here. Highly recommended.

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