We know how important strong and stable fixed teeth are in boosting your smile and helping you eat and speak with confidence. Our expert team can provide bridges and overdentures, fixed onto implants as a superior alternative to the conventional options.
At Smile Suffolk, we are equipped with the latest dental technology and clinical experience to elevate your patient journey and implant treatment.
Dental Implant Bridges
If you have multiple missing teeth in a row, we can use a dental bridge affixed to carefully positioned implants to restore your smile.
Traditional bridges require the removal of enamel from the adjacent teeth to create supports, essentially destroying healthy teeth in the process. This can weaken them and is an irreversible process. Implant bridges do not rely on the support of any adjacent teeth, as this is given by the solid foundations provided by the implants.
Overdentures
Overdentures are able to replace a full arch of upper or lower teeth securely and aesthetically. They consist of a removable dental prosthesis attached to solid implants.
While conventional dentures have a tendency to move while you speak and eat, and become uncomfortable over time, implant supported dentures stay firmly in place. They are long lasting, comfortable and allow you to speak and eat with confidence, eliminating the worry that they will shift or slip.
CBCT Scanner
At Smile Suffolk, we are dedicated to taking your implant experience to the next level. As well as necessary x-rays and images, we can take a dental CT scan of your mouth to clearly indicate the quantity and quality of your jawbone, a very important consideration. The scanner produces clear 3D images and detailed information to ensure your implant treatment is highly accurate and precise.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Smile Suffolk, "fixed teeth" refers to implant-supported dental bridges and overdentures, stable, long-term solutions affixed to implants. Traditional dentures or bridges often rely on adjacent teeth or adhesives, whereas fixed implant-supported restorations provide superior security and comfort.
Traditional bridges rely on adjacent teeth for support, requiring enamel removal and potentially weakening them. Implant-supported bridges, however, are anchored by implants and don’t impact neighboring teeth, preserving natural dental structure.
Overdentures are full-arch removable prosthetics that snap onto implants. They offer greater stability and comfort compared to conventional dentures, eliminating slipping and irritation during speech and eating.
Yes, here at Smile Suffolk, we utilise CBCT (dental CT) scanning for accurate 3D imaging of jawbone structure. This enhances precision in planning and placing fixed implant restorations.
Fixed teeth provide a strong, secure, and natural-looking solution that enhances function and aesthetics. They improve the ability to speak and chew confidently while helping to preserve the jawbone and facial structure.
Yes, fixed implant restorations don't move or cause oral discomfort like traditional dentures can. Patients typically enjoy better comfort, functionality, and long-term outcomes.
We provide both implant-supported bridges (for replacing several adjacent missing teeth) and implant-supported overdentures (for full-arch replacement).
No, they are independently supported by implants, so adjacent teeth remain untouched, preserving their integrity.
We follow a comprehensive implant treatment journey, from initial consultation and CT imaging to implant placement, healing, restoration fitting, and follow-up.
As with our other implant services, we include a free consultation with our care coordinator, a free assessment and CT scan (valued at £242), and free 3 and 12-month reviews, ensuring ongoing support and monitoring.
"I am very pleased with the treatment I received. There was no discomfort during the course of treatment. The treatment has been beneficial because I can now eat anything either side of my mouth and I also I can smile better. I would strongly recommend Senthil to friends and family if they need similar care or treatment"
Mr W. Burrows, Treatment received: Sinus Lift, Implants, Crowns, Bridge
"Very pleased with quality of treatment, friendliness of practice and patient care. There was very little discomfort and much less than I expected. Improved self-confidence – willing to show teeth when smiling for first time in over 30 years. I would extremely likely to recommend Senthil to friends and family if they need similar care or treatment"
Mr M. Giles, Treatment received: Dental Implants, Veneers, Sinus Lift
"Well cared for and full explanation to what was happening and good aftercare. Very slight discomfort during the treatment. I benifited from implant treatment as its much less hassle than having a denture"
Mrs V. Westwood, Treatment received: Dental Implants
