Dental implants offer a reliable, long-lasting solution for missing or damaged teeth, suitable for various oral needs. Whether replacing a single tooth, multiple teeth or stabilising loose dentures, they provide exceptional appearance, stability, security and comfort.
Our team of dental implant clinicians in Edinburgh is dedicated to restoring your confidence with a smile that is both natural-looking and fully functional. Say goodbye to hiding your mouth while speaking or smiling and enjoy the benefits of a restored smile.
Unlike dentures or bridges, dental implants provide a long-lasting solution that blends seamlessly with your jawbone, restoring the natural appearance of your smile while ensuring stability and comfort.
Moreover, dental implants play a crucial role in maintaining your oral health by preserving the integrity of nearby natural teeth and supporting the structure of your jawbone. But what truly sets them apart is the freedom they offer you. With dental implants, you can eat, speak, and smile with confidence, without worrying about slippage or discomfort.
At Vermilion, we’ve partnered with Southern Implants, a leading developer and manufacturer of dental implants. Together, we offer a range of cutting-edge components that simplify treatment plans, meaning fewer appointments for you.
Our dental implants from Southern Implants are crafted from Grade 4 pure titanium, known for its strength and durability. Their specially treated surface undergoes rigorous testing, ensuring enhanced performance and reliability.
Experience immediate benefits after tooth extraction with these implants, reducing treatment time on average to just four months. You’ll also enjoy less discomfort and cost as the Southern Implants reduce the need for bone grafts and promote quicker healing.
When it comes to restoration, Southern Implants simplifies processes and delivers natural-looking results. Whether it’s for front teeth or multiple implants, their innovative design guarantees predictable aesthetics and long-term success.
With Vermilion and Southern Implants, you’re not just getting superior implants – you’re also gaining access to exceptional service and support, ensuring the highest standard of care for you and your smile.
Anterior implants are a premier solution for replacing missing teeth in the front of the mouth. Your front teeth are the focal point of your smile and when one is missing, it’s crucial to restore it with precision and aesthetics in mind.
Replacing missing back teeth requires careful consideration to ensure both appearance and function are restored without compromising your remaining teeth or gum tissue. High-quality dental implants offer a long-lasting solution, allowing you to eat, speak and maintain oral health with confidence.
Dental implants are a popular choice for filling the gap left by a missing tooth. During the procedure a titanium implant is placed into the jawbone, providing a sturdy foundation. After a three month healing period, digital impressions are taken, the dental technician will construct your crown or bridge and your Vermilion clinician will fit this seamlessly into your mouth.
Immediate implants involve placing an implant directly into the space left by the tooth root, followed by fitting an abutment and crown in the same appointment. This efficient process offers a quick and convenient solution for restoring your smile.
Traditionally, a full arch of synthetic teeth is supported by six implants. However, the All-on-4 technique reduces this to just four implants, with two positioned at angles to avoid nearby dental nerves or sinuses. This innovative approach provides stability and comfort, making it an excellent option for those seeking an alternative to traditional dentures.
At Vermilion, we believe in providing you with the best possible care by utilising a multi-disciplined implant dentistry team approach. We ensure that all options are available to you by involving Prosthodontists, Oral Surgeons, Periodontists and sometimes Orthodontists in your dental implant care. By leveraging the expertise of our team members at each stage of treatment, we can make your experience quicker, easier and safer. Good treatment planning and long term periodontal support are the foundations upon which we build success in dental implant patients.
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised by the British Dental Association as evidenced by our Good Practice accreditation, maintained since 2016. We were also honoured to receive awards such as ‘Referral Practice of the Year North’ and ‘Best Patient Care Scotland and Northern Ireland’ at the Private Dentistry Awards 2022. These awards showcase our dedication to upholding the highest standards for our patients and staff.
We know that dental anxiety can be a big challenge for many people. That’s why we focus on making our clinic a welcoming and supportive place for everyone. With our years of experience, we’ve learned that taking things step by step and listening to your concerns can make a big difference. We’re dedicated to making sure your dental experience is as comfortable as possible. Plus, we offer sedation options for those who feel nervous or anxious.
Your dental implant journey doesn’t end after the treatment. To ensure the ongoing health of your dental implants, we’ve introduced the Vermilion Implant Maintenance Plan (VIMP). This comprehensive aftercare plan covers the necessary treatments to maintain the health of your dental implants and provides replacements for any defective or broken components. With VIMP, you can rest assured that your dental implants will receive meticulous maintenance for long-term success.
Vermilion welcomes referrals from dentists and other care providers for patients interested in receiving treatment at our private implant clinic in Edinburgh. If you’re considering implants and would like to schedule an initial consultation, please ask your dentist to complete and submit our referral form using the link provided.
A dental implant is like an artificial tooth root made of titanium that is placed into your jawbone. It’s used to support replacement teeth like crowns or dentures. It’s a sturdy and natural-looking way to replace missing teeth.
The time it takes for a dental implant procedure can vary. Placing dental implants usually involves several steps, including placing the implant into your jawbone, letting it heal, and then attaching the replacement tooth. Overall, it can take four to six months from start to finish. However, we also provide immediate implant solutions, which can be completed in just one day, offering a quicker alternative for certain cases.
After 20 years, 90% of dental implants will still be working well within the mouth. The 10% of implants that fail over 20 years are usually attributable to cemented restorations, smoking and/or patient history of periodontal disease.
There are very few absolute contraindications to having dental implants placed:
A bone graft is a procedure to strengthen your jawbone if it’s not strong enough to support a dental implant placement. It involves adding bone material to your jawbone to make it stronger and more stable so that the implant can be securely placed.
In terms of implant surgery, our surgical team will carefully outline the relevant risks to each patient during our consultation appointment. It is also during this appointment that we may do a cone-beam CT scan to ensure that there are no surprises when it comes to surgery.
We understand that there are many patients who have genuine dental phobia caused by previous adverse experiences at the dentist. To help you feel at ease, we have been offering intravenous sedation delivered by our consultant anaesthetists since 2017.
The most critical factor for long-term dental implant success is excellent oral hygiene, specifically a plaque score of less than 10%. Since our inception in 2011, our implant team has placed huge emphasis on dental hygiene for every patient referred for dental implants. This long-term supportive periodontal therapy, combined with annual reviews by our experienced implant dentists for the first three to five years, is designed to give you the best possible outcome.
The mouth is a very hostile environment with huge chewing forces exerted upon teeth 24/7. Your dental implants are subject to wear and tear in a similar way as natural teeth would be, so it is reasonable to expect, depending on your age, that the crown or bridge may need to be replaced during your lifetime. This risk varies from person to person but is particularly relevant for patients who clench or grind their teeth.
It is rare that we are unable to place dental implants due to a lack of bone. If you have been advised in the past that you have insufficient bone, you should not be put off. With modern implant designs and advances in bone grafting techniques, we are usually able to help you.
Aside from dental implants, we offer other options like dental bridges, partial dentures and full dentures. These are different ways to replace missing teeth depending on your specific needs and preferences. Our team will help you choose the best option for you.
