The decision to replace a tooth with dental implant can feel like a big life event. However, the process isn’t as complicated as you think, and there are ways to save money on this life-changing tooth solution for missing teeth.
Whilst it’s true that dental bridges and dentures are a cheaper solution to an implant, they don’t match the level of stability, chewing ability, and protection offered by implants. Namely because implants are replacement tooth roots that sit in your jaw in the same way as a real tooth does.
If the price tag on implants is putting you off, here are a few ways implants can be made more affordable.
Attend Open Days for Discounts
Many dental practices now offer open days (including us here at Denpure). These days are a free opportunity to learn more about dental implants before committing to a clinical appointment, and in many cases, practices offer discounts on consultations for patients who attend open days and commit to treatment.
We offer open days for many different treatments here at Denpure. Keep an eye on our socials for details.
Spread the cost of your treatment
This is something we believe all dental practices should offer, but not all do. Being able to spread the cost of your treatment over a period of months can be really useful, making payment much more manageable (especially with something like a dental implant which will cost in excess of £1000 for a single tooth).
Shop around
With many more private dental practices becoming established in England and Wales, it’s possible to shop around and negotiate on certain treatments. Here at Denpure, we can match quotes from other dentists, and in some cases, we can offer deals on implant treatment for multiple teeth.
Choosing a dentist offering quality implant brands is also essential, as these implants are more likely to last for many years. We partner with global implant brand Nobel Biocare, who are also one of the main pioneers in implant development.
Our Nobel Biocare implants start at £2595 (including a scan worth £95). This is far below the national average (which is £3000).
Look out for competitions
Many dentists now offer competitions to win prizes like implant consultations, which can reduce the overall cost of treatment. Generally, you simply need to like the post and tag a few friends to be eligible. Again, give us a follow on Instagram and Facebook to keep an eye out for competitions at Denpure for opportunities to help reduce the cost of your treatment.
Look after your teeth during the healing period
Implants require a healing period that lasts between 3 and 6 months. During this time, it’s really important to look after your teeth well. Poor oral hygiene, smoking and vaping can disrupt the healing process, meaning you might have to pay for re-treatment to address this. Caring for your oral hygiene during the healing period will ensure you don’t incur any extra costs.
Consider All-on-4 “Teeth in a Day” implants
If you need treatment to replace several missing teeth, the All-on-4 protocol can potentially save you thousands.
Rather than using a single implant per tooth, the All-on-4 method uses a small number of implants to secure a whole row (or arch as we dentists call them) of teeth. The implants are angled in a position that allows them to successfully support the replacement teeth (this can be a set of dentures or a bridge). It’s a revolutionary implant treatment that many of our patients love, not solely because it saves them money, but also because it’s possible to have your new teeth in just a single appointment.
Following the implant surgery to place the implants, we can provide a set of temporary teeth that give you a functional and aesthetic smile throughout the entire healing period. This was previously not the case (leaving patients without teeth while they wanted for their jaw to heal after surgery). Understandably, this was something that deterred many patients from electing to have implant treatment.
Our friendly reception team can book you in for a no-obligation consultation if you’re interested in finding out more about implants.
We can also discuss alternative tooth replacement options, such as dental bridges and dentures. Although not as robust as dental implants, bridges and dentures are now made to a high standard, using lightweight and durable materials. We can also offer the option of spreading the cost of your treatment with these options too.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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