Dental implants
Serving patients throughout Sturminster Newton
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 Sturminster Dental Care 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 implant
- Single implant – implants can be used to replace 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.
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!
Rapid Restoration Technique
From Problem Tooth to Fixed Implant in Just 6 Weeks
For many people, the thought of replacing a missing tooth with an implant feels daunting. Traditionally, implant treatment could take anywhere from 9 to 12 months, involving multiple visits and long healing periods. During this time, patients often have to cope with gaps, removable dentures, or temporary solutions that don’t fully meet their needs.
The Rapid Restoration Technique (RRT) changes this. By combining advanced planning, minimally invasive implant placement, state of the art equipment and early restoration protocols, our implant surgeon, Mr AJ Haasbroek, uses the RRT to replace problematic or missing teeth with fixed final implant crowns in just two visits over six weeks.
How Does the Rapid Restoration Technique Work?
- Visit 1: The failing tooth (if still present) is gently removed, the implant is placed, and precise impressions are taken on the same day. A temporary solution can be fitted if needed for aesthetics.
- Visit 2 (6 weeks later): Your custom-made implant crown is fitted, restoring function and appearance.
That’s it — from start to finish in just six weeks.
Benefits of RRT
- Fewer appointments: Only two main treatment visits.
- Faster results: A confident smile restored in weeks, not months.
- Minimally invasive: Reduced surgery and quicker recovery.
- Improved comfort: No need for long periods with dentures or gaps.
- Predictable outcomes: Modern protocols ensure strong, long-lasting results.
How Does This Compare to Conventional Implant Treatment?
Conventional approach (9–12 months):
- Consultation and planning
- Extraction and healing (3–6 months)
- Implant placement and healing (3–6 months)
- Implant exposure (if buried)
- Impressions
- Crown fit
Rapid Restoration Technique (6 weeks):
- Tooth removal, implant placement, impressions and temporary crown (same visit)
- Crown fit at 6 weeks
Is RRT Right for You?
Not everyone is suitable for the Rapid Restoration Technique — success depends on bone quality, gum health, and overall medical suitability. A 3D scan and detailed consultation with Mr AJ Haasbroek help us determine the safest and most predictable treatment path for you.
In summary: RRT offers a cutting-edge alternative to the traditional long implant journey, giving you back your smile in weeks instead of months.
Implant Surgeon
AJ Haasbroek
AJ graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2010, completed his Dental Implantology training at the University of Pretoria in 2014 and gained his European Masters Degree in Dental Implantology from the University of Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid. Alongside general dentistry, AJ is our implant surgeon. AJ lectures and is a mentor to several implant surgeons furthering their careers by advancing...
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