{"id":2732,"date":"2017-01-04T11:50:15","date_gmt":"2017-01-04T11:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sheendentalimplants.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2732"},"modified":"2017-09-07T06:12:01","modified_gmt":"2017-09-07T05:12:01","slug":"questions-and-answers-about-dental-implants-the-permanent-solution-to-tooth-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sheendentalimplants.co.uk\/blog\/questions-and-answers-about-dental-implants-the-permanent-solution-to-tooth-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Questions and answers about dental implants, the permanent solution to tooth loss"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dental implants are an increasingly popular way to replace missing teeth. Sheen Dental Implants in Richmond<\/a> offers a range of implant-based treatments to suit all circumstances, no matter what has caused your tooth loss and no matter how many teeth need to be replaced.<\/p>\n

At our Richmond dental clinic<\/strong> we believe that dental implants are the best way to restore action and appearance to your jaw. However, we understand that it is a big decision to make, which is why we have gathered some common questions about implant treatment.<\/p>\n

\"dental-implants-in-richmond\"How do dental implants work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Implants are small titanium screws or posts that replace the roots of any missing teeth. They are placed directly in your jaw bone during minor oral surgery here at our Richmond dental practice<\/strong>. As soon as they are in place, they begin to integrate with your jaw bone, and after a few months permanent new teeth are attached.<\/p>\n

Oral surgery? Will it be painful, and how much time do I need to take off work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Placing dental implants isn\u2019t painful. At our Richmond clinic we offer treatment under local anaesthetic or sedation, so you won\u2019t feel a thing. As with any surgery there may be some swelling and discomfort for a few days after surgery. This is usually slight and doesn\u2019t last long. To help, you can:<\/p>\n