Emergency Implant Supported Dentures for Golders Green Patients

An emergency with dentures often means sudden failure or constant pain that disrupts your daily life. You should book an urgent assessment at our Finchley practice if you're experiencing severe instability with your current denture that causes sores and makes eating impossible, or if a denture has broken, leaving you with a significant gap. It's also the right time to seek immediate advice if you've recently lost several teeth and want to avoid the problems associated with traditional removable dentures from the start. We provide a rapid diagnosis and explain your options for a secure, implant-retained solution.

It's important to understand that while your consultation is an emergency, the treatment itself is a multi-stage process. First, you'll have a 60-minute emergency assessment, including a 3D CBCT scan to check your jawbone. If you're a candidate, the next step is the implant placement surgery, a procedure taking 90-120 minutes to place 2-6 titanium implants. Then follows a critical healing period of 3-6 months as the implants integrate with the bone. During this time, you may have a temporary denture. Finally, once healing is complete, we'll take impressions and fit your final, permanent denture over a couple of appointments. The 'emergency' service gets this process started without delay.

A 68-year-old patient from Golders Green visited us for an emergency appointment because his lower denture was so loose he couldn't eat without pain. After a 3D scan, we planned for two implants to secure a new denture. He was able to get his implant surgery within a week. After a four-month healing period, we fitted his new implant-supported denture. He reported a complete change in his quality of life, able to eat and speak with total confidence.

The cost of implant supported dentures is based on two main components: the number of dental implants required and the price of the final denture itself. Dental implants start from £2,500 each. The final cost will be provided in a detailed treatment plan following your initial consultation and 3D scan, with no hidden fees. As a private practice, we do not offer NHS treatment. However, we accept several major private dental insurance plans, including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Our team can help you understand your coverage and payment options.

After the implants are placed, you can expect some manageable discomfort. For the first 2-3 days, you'll likely experience moderate swelling and tenderness, which can be controlled with over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen. Stick to a soft food diet, such as soup, yogurt, and smoothies, for the first week to avoid putting pressure on the surgical sites. You should avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours. Long-term, you'll need to clean around the implants just as you would natural teeth to ensure their longevity. Red Flags: Call our practice during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9-5, Tue/Thu 11-7) if you experience increasing pain after day 4, a fever above 38°C, or any signs of infection like pus from the surgical site.

If implant supported dentures aren't the right immediate choice for you, there are other options. A conventional removable denture is the fastest and most budget-friendly solution to replace missing teeth quickly, though it won't offer the same stability. For those missing fewer teeth, a fixed dental bridge supported by adjacent healthy teeth can be an option, though this requires altering those teeth. During your emergency consultation, we'll discuss all suitable alternatives, helping you make an informed choice based on your clinical needs, budget, and timeline.

To ensure you choose what's right for you, ask these questions at any consultation, whether with us or another practice serving Golders Green. What is the total cost, including the implants and the final denture? What temporary solution will I have while the implants are healing? How many implants do you recommend for full stability and why? What is the success rate for this procedure in your practice? What specific cleaning and maintenance will be required long-term?