DENTAL IMPLANTS IN BELFAST. EXPERT BONE AND SINUS GRAFTING

Builds strong foundations for lasting implant results. Safe, effective treatment when bone volume is low. Fortwilliam Dental Practice delivers trusted care in a modern clinic.

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DENTAL IMPLANTS EXPLAINED

Dental implants are small titanium devices surgically placed into the jaw to replace missing tooth roots. They provide a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or to support dentures, offering a natural and durable tooth replacement option. Chris Scannell offers implant treatments and will consult with patients referred by other dentists. Consultations cost £50, with an additional £150 if a CBCT scan is needed; this fee is deducted from the total treatment cost if you proceed with implants.

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BONE AND SINUS PROCEDURES FOR IMPLANTS

Bone grafting and sinus lift procedures are sometimes required before dental implant treatment when there isn’t enough natural bone in the jaw to support an implant. These treatments work by adding or stimulating bone growth, creating sufficient volume and strength to securely hold implants in place. By improving the jawbone structure, they increase the chances of successful implant integration and long-term stability, helping patients achieve a reliable and natural-feeling tooth replacement.

CBCT & PANORAMIC SCANS

We can use CBCT (3D scans) and panoramic X-rays to get a full picture of your mouth. These advanced tools help us spot problems early, plan treatments better, and make sure you get the most suitable care—quickly and comfortably.

Here’s how they help you:

Clearer Answers, Faster

These scans give us a detailed view of your teeth, jaw, and more—so we can find out exactly what’s going on.

Smarter Treatment Plans

Whether you need braces, an implant, or a root canal, these images help us plan everything with precision.

Quick & Easy

The scan only takes a few minutes and doesn’t hurt at all.

Low Radiation, High Safety

Our equipment uses very low levels of radiation, so it’s safe for regular dental use.

A. Which materials are used for the restorations on implants? Once the implant is inserted, the bone will adhere to it and will grow around it. However, in order to reach an optimal healing and successful rehabilitation, it is essential to maintain adequate oral hygiene during the treatment and to comply with the recommendations received from your dentist. Smoking represents a contraindication. If you cannot quit, please discuss it with your dentist. The fixed prostheses anchored to the implants are generally built around a metallic (usually noble alloys or titanium) or ceramic material core.

A. The advantage of implant-prosthetic rehabilitation is the possibility of restoring the quality of life you had before losing one or multiple teeth. You will talk normally and smile without fear. You will follow a normal diet and eat your favourite meals. Everyone will think that you have your natural teeth. There are no contraindications for practising any kind of sport; however, in the first weeks of healing, it is recommended that the patient avoid particularly hard sports or activities in order to prevent trauma to the implants while they are still healing and the bone is growing around the implant.

A. The rehabilitation with implants can be made in both the upper and lower jaws. It is often the case that two elements rehabilitated with implants restore the natural bite. There is no problem, but the friction between the crowns is usually a bit different compared with that of the natural teeth. This difference often depends on the material used. It is important to follow the medical treatment plan defined by your dentist in order to maintain the health of the implants and to have correct chewing.

A. Immediately after surgery, it is always recommended that the patient be careful during chewing and avoid particularly hard food in order not to generate mechanical damage to implants. The most important aspect is the observance of good oral hygiene. Please follow the directions of your dentist carefully on how to clean the implants after every meal in order to avoid an accumulation of plaque and bacteria. It is also important to go for periodical checks and professional sessions of oral hygiene. Smoking is another important issue. It must be rigorously avoided during the whole period of the implant healing, and also after the healing, as smoking represents a risk for the health of the implants.