Thinking about dental implants but not sure what to expect from your first appointment? Here’s a step-by-step guide to an implant consultation at VICI Dental, so you can arrive feeling prepared.
1. Talking through your goals
We start by listening. Your dentist will ask about the teeth you’re missing or worried about, how they affect eating and confidence, and what you’d like to achieve.
2. Your medical and dental history
Some health conditions and medicines can affect healing, so we’ll go through your medical history carefully. Smoking also affects implant success, and we’ll discuss this openly and without judgement.
3. A thorough examination and imaging
We check your gums, remaining teeth and bite, and take X-rays or 3D scans where needed. This shows how much bone is available to support an implant and helps us plan treatment precisely.
4. Your treatment options
Depending on your needs, options may include a single implant, an implant-supported bridge or a full-arch solution. Where implants aren’t the best choice, we’ll explain the alternatives, such as bridges or dentures.
5. A written treatment plan
After your consultation you’ll receive a personalised, written treatment plan explaining each stage, the expected timeline and how we’ll look after you along the way. Sedation options are available for nervous patients.
Questions to ask at your consultation
- Am I suitable for implants, or do I need bone grafting first?
- How many visits will treatment take?
- What will my teeth look like during healing?
- How do I look after implants long term?
Meet our implant team
Implant treatment at VICI Dental is provided by our implant team, including Dr Divyesh Sonigra and Dr Guillermo Madriz, supported by Consultant Oral Surgeon Dr Richard Moore. Find out more about dental implants in Pudsey or our dental implants in Leeds, or call our Pudsey practice on 01132 576 856 to book.
