Modern techniques and extensive experience produce reliably good results

In a career spanning more than 25 years, Adrian has seen immense progress in a specialised field of dentistry which once involved lengthy operations under general anaesthetic, followed by a two-night hospital stay! Certainly this is how the first case Adrian was involved with in 1987 progressed.

When Adrian places dental implants he is careful to consider the individual needs and lifestyle of the patient. Normally all work is done under local anaesthetic, with sedation if required to help patients relax fully during the procedure. They are able to return home and to their work and commitments the next day, almost always wearing a denture or temporary bridge to provide a cosmetic and functional result during the healing phase. This allows patients to carry on with their busy lifestyles even from this very early phase. Indeed with modern techniques teeth can be provided immediately to ensure at no stage patients are without fixed teeth.

Careful planning and modern techniques minimise discomfort and healing time. The period required for the dental implants to heal has significantly reduced – usually Adrian’s team can provide a natural-looking crown within six weeks, and sometimes even straight away.

Extensive planning and scanning is used for cases where bone grafting and augmentation procedures are needed to ensure absolute accuracy in implant placement. Achieving perfect position is crucial to produce the best possible look and function. In this way patients achieve great smiles.

Long-term results are excellent with dental implant supported crowns, and they can last for many years. Careful homecare is essential, as is a regular programme with a dental hygienist team.

“The comment I most often hear from patients is “I thought it was going to be worse than this!” This is always very reassuring to hear and is a reflection on the excellent team that I work with.”