A new root, not just a new tooth
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone. Once it bonds with the bone, it supports a crown that looks, feels and works like a natural tooth.
Bridges and dentures replace the visible part of a tooth. An implant also replaces the root, which is what keeps the jawbone healthy and stops neighbouring teeth from drifting into the gap. Nothing is cut down on the teeth either side, and nothing is removed at night.
At VIN SMILES we offer conventional implants as well as digitally planned implants. For digital cases, a high-resolution 3D CBCT scan and a custom surgical guide let us place each implant with sub-millimetre accuracy. We also provide immediate implants after extraction, mini implants, sinus lifts and bone grafting when the bone needs support first.
Is an implant right for you?
Implants suit most adults who have lost one or more teeth and have healthy gums. These are the situations we see most often.
- A single missing tooth you would like to replace without touching the neighbours
- Several missing teeth, or a long-standing gap
- A loose or uncomfortable denture
- A tooth that cannot be saved and needs extraction
- Difficulty chewing on one side
- A bridge that has failed or keeps coming loose
Bone volume, gum health and medical history all matter. Your CBCT scan tells us exactly how much bone is available before anything is planned.
See it in practice
A short video from our YouTube channel, and a look at the work itself.
The process
What to expect, step by step. Your own timeline is confirmed once we have examined you.
Clinical examination and photographs, with your implant planned on a CBCT 3D scan. We check bone volume, gum health and bite before recommending anything.
Visit 1The implant position, angle and final tooth shape are planned digitally. For guided cases a custom surgical guide is made from the plan.
PlanningThe implant is placed under local anaesthesia. Most patients are surprised how comfortable it is. Bone grafting or a sinus lift is done at this stage if needed.
Surgical visitThe implant bonds with the bone over the following weeks. A temporary tooth can often be fitted so you are never without a smile.
Healing periodA custom crown is made to match your natural teeth in shape and shade, then fitted and checked for a comfortable bite.
Final visitWhy patients choose VIN SMILES for implants
Implant treatment is planned by a specialist prosthodontist with postgraduate training in oral implantology, with placement supported by our oral and maxillofacial surgeons. The person planning your final tooth is involved from the very first scan.
We use Grade 4 titanium and zirconia, CBCT-guided planning for digital cases, and The Wand STA computer-controlled anaesthesia for a calmer experience. The clinic reports a 98.7% implant success rate.
A specialist for every procedure. No exceptions.
Common questions
Placement is done under local anaesthesia, delivered with The Wand STA system. Most patients describe mild soreness for a few days afterwards, similar to an extraction, which settles with simple pain relief.
It depends on bone quality and whether grafting is needed. Many cases need a healing period of a few months between placement and the final crown. Immediate implants can shorten this. Your timeline is confirmed once your CBCT scan has been reviewed.
There is no upper age limit. What matters is general health, bone volume and gum health. Many of our implant patients are in their sixties and seventies.
With good home care and regular check-ups, implants are designed to last many years, often decades. The crown on top may need replacing over time with normal wear.
A bridge relies on cutting down the neighbouring teeth. An implant stands on its own and protects the bone. We explain both options honestly and help you choose.
Plan your implant with a 3D scan
A specialist consultation, CBCT-based 3D planning, a clear explanation of your options and a written plan with itemised costs. No obligation to proceed.