A single dental implant is a small titanium post placed into the jawbone where a missing tooth used to be. Once the implant has integrated with the bone, a custom crown is fitted on top. Done well, the result looks, functions and lasts much like a natural tooth.
Single implants are typically used when one or several teeth are missing but the surrounding teeth are healthy. Unlike a bridge, which involves preparing the teeth either side of the gap, an implant stands on its own and leaves the neighbouring teeth untouched. This makes it the most conservative long-term option for tooth replacement.
At Globe Dental Practice, single implant treatment is led by Dr Kolade Orungbemi, a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI). Every case starts with a proper assessment of your oral health, your bone and your bite. CBCT 3D scanning is used to plan the placement with precision before any surgery begins.
If you are considering replacing a missing tooth and want to understand whether implants are right for you, our dental implants hub covers the full range of implant treatments we offer.
A well-placed single implant integrates with your jawbone and supports a custom crown matched to your existing teeth. The result functions like a natural tooth for biting, chewing and speaking, with no sense of a foreign object in your mouth.
Unlike a traditional bridge, a single implant does not require us to prepare or alter the teeth either side of the gap. Your healthy neighbouring teeth stay healthy. This makes single implants the most conservative long-term option for replacing a missing tooth.
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, a well-placed dental implant can last decades. Studies show success rates of around 95 per cent or higher at ten years. The crown on top may eventually need replacing, but the implant itself often outlasts every other restoration in your mouth.
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Single implant treatment at Globe Dental is led by Dr Kolade Orungbemi (GDC 104618), a member of the Association of Dental Implantology. ADI membership signals an ongoing commitment to implant education, technique and standards.
Implant planning at Globe Dental uses CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) 3D imaging. This gives a detailed view of your bone, nerves and sinuses so the implant placement is planned with precision before any surgery.
Every implant case at Globe Dental is led by Dr Kolade from the consultation through to the final restoration. The planning, the surgery and the follow-up are all handled by the same clinician. There is no handing the case between practitioners halfway through.
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