Treatments · Ilkley, West Yorkshire
Dental Implants in Ilkley
Dental implants in Ilkley with Dr Naeem Ashfaq at Regent Dental. Implants replace missing teeth with secure, natural-looking replacements that look, feel and work like your own, planned carefully around your mouth.
- Treatment
- Planned in stages
- Anaesthetic
- Local anaesthetic
- Healing
- A few months
- Lasts
- Many years with good care
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Once it has fused with the bone, a custom-made crown, bridge or denture is attached, giving you a replacement that looks and feels like a natural tooth.
Because an implant replaces the root as well as the visible tooth, it helps keep your jawbone strong and does not rely on neighbouring teeth for support. Dr Naeem plans each case carefully, checking your bone, gums and bite before any treatment begins.
Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth, or support a bridge or denture where many teeth are missing.
Dental implants can help with
- A single missing tooth
- Several missing teeth
- Loose or uncomfortable dentures
- Teeth that cannot be saved
- Difficulty chewing comfortably
- Gaps that affect your confidence
Why patients choose them
A secure, natural-looking
replacement for missing teeth
- 01
Natural-looking
Crowns are shaped and shaded to blend in with your own teeth.
- 02
Secure
Implants fuse with the jawbone, so they feel stable when you eat and speak.
- 03
Protective
They replace the tooth root, which helps keep your jawbone strong.
- 04
Long-lasting
With good care, implants can last for many years.
Are they right for you?
Who dental implants suit
They may be right for you if
- You are missing one or more teeth
- Your gums are healthy, or can be made healthy first
- You have enough jawbone, or bone support can be added first
- You are happy to keep up good hygiene and regular reviews
They may not be right for you if
- You have active gum disease or decay that needs treating first
- You have a medical condition or habit, such as heavy smoking, that affects healing and needs to be assessed first
- You are not able to keep up regular cleaning and reviews
Your treatment journey
How dental implant treatment works
- Step 01
Consultation and assessment
We talk through your goals, examine your mouth and take the scans needed to check your bone and gums.
- Step 02
Your treatment plan
Dr Naeem explains your options, the stages involved and the costs in a written plan.
- Step 03
Placing the implant
The implant is placed under local anaesthetic in a gentle procedure planned in advance.
- Step 04
Healing
Over the following months the implant fuses with the jawbone, with a temporary tooth where suitable.
- Step 05
Your new tooth
Your custom-made crown, bridge or denture is attached and checked for fit, bite and comfort.
Cost
How much do dental implants
cost in Ilkley?
The cost of dental implants depends on how many teeth are being replaced and what your mouth needs beforehand. After your consultation you will receive a written treatment plan with clear, itemised costs, so there are no surprises.
What affects the cost
- The number of implants needed
- Whether bone or gum support is needed first
- The type of crown, bridge or denture fitted
- Any other treatment needed beforehand
- ConsultationFree
- Single dental implantConfirmed at consultation
- Several implantsConfirmed at consultation
- Implant-retained bridge or dentureConfirmed at consultation
Guide prices. Your exact cost is confirmed in a written treatment plan. Interest-free finance options are available for up to 12 months. Longer-term finance options are available on request.
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Dental implants vs bridges
vs dentures
| Feature | Dental implants | Bridges | Dentures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replaces the root | Yes | No | No |
| Protects the jawbone | Yes | No | No |
| Neighbouring teeth reduced | No | Yes | No |
| Removable | No | No | Yes |
| Treatment time | Several months, in stages | A few weeks | A few weeks |
Risks and recovery
What to be aware of
- Some swelling, tenderness or bruising for a few days after placement
- Treatment takes several months while the implant heals
- In some cases an implant may not fuse with the bone and needs to be reviewed
- Smoking and gum disease can affect healing and long-term success
- Implants need the same careful cleaning as natural teeth
Aftercare
Looking after your results
- Brush twice a day and clean around your implants
- Attend regular hygiene appointments and implant reviews
- Follow Dr Naeem’s advice on healing after placement
- Avoid smoking, which can affect healing
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth
Questions
Dental implant FAQs
Can’t see your question here? Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
Ask a questionMost adults in good general health with enough jawbone are suitable. Smoking, gum disease and some medical conditions can affect healing, and we assess all of this at your consultation.
It depends on the number of implants and whether extra treatment is needed. Guide prices are shown above, and your exact cost is confirmed in a written plan.
Implants are placed under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Some tenderness afterwards is normal and is usually managed with over-the-counter pain relief.
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, implants can last for many years. The crown on top may need replacing over time through normal wear.
Treatment usually takes several months from placement to your final tooth, as the implant needs time to bond with the bone.
Bone grafting can often rebuild the area so an implant can be placed. Your 3D scan shows exactly how much bone is available.
Yes. Implant-retained dentures clip securely onto implants, so they no longer slip or rub when you eat or speak.
A bridge is anchored to the teeth either side of the gap, which usually need to be cut down. An implant replaces the root itself and stands on its own, leaving neighbouring teeth untouched.
Visiting us
Dental implants near Ilkley
Dr Naeem provides dental implants at Regent Dental, 2a Regent Road, Ilkley, LS29 9EA. Patients travel to see him from across Wharfedale and West Yorkshire.
Ilkley station is on the Wharfedale line, with direct trains from Leeds and Bradford. There is limited parking outside the practice.
Patients visit us from
- Otley
- Burley-in-Wharfedale
- Menston
- Addingham
- Skipton
- Keighley
- Shipley
- Bradford
- Leeds
- Harrogate
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