Experienced Oral Surgery: A Trusted Choice for Golders Green

Oral surgery is advised for problems that do not resolve with routine dental treatment. Schedule an assessment if you have persistent wisdom tooth pain, a tooth that is severely broken or decayed and may need removal, or missing teeth you want to replace with a permanent option. Many patients from Golders Green visit us after being told a tooth cannot be saved and they want options like dental implants. You are a good candidate if you want to replace uncomfortable dentures with a fixed, long term solution. Our 3D scans show the root cause and help plan the most effective treatment.

Knowing what to expect helps ease anxiety. First, you have a 60 minute consultation using our 3D CBCT scanner to get a detailed view of your jaw, teeth, and nerves. This is essential for planning safe extractions or implant placements. The surgical appointment lasts about 60 to 90 minutes and uses effective local anaesthetic, so you feel pressure but no pain. For implants, we place the titanium post. For extractions, we remove the tooth carefully. A healing period follows: 7 to 10 days after an extraction and 3 to 6 months for an implant to fuse with the bone. After that, you attend follow up visits to monitor healing or to fit the final crown for implants.

Proper aftercare supports a smooth recovery. In the first 24 to 48 hours expect swelling and discomfort managed with over the counter pain relief. Eat soft foods such as soup, yogurt, and smoothies, and avoid hot drinks and alcohol. Avoid strenuous activity for two to three days. A recent patient from Golders Green who had a wisdom tooth removed found that an ice pack applied for 15 minutes at a time helped reduce swelling. Long term, dental implants require the same care as natural teeth: daily brushing, flossing, and regular hygiene appointments. Red flags are addressed during office hours Mon Wed Fri 9 to 5 and Tue Thu 11 to 7. Call if you have increasing pain or swelling after day three, fever or feeling unwell, persistent bleeding that does not stop with pressure, or a bad taste or smell from the site.

Depending on your situation there are alternatives. If a tooth is severely infected but can be saved, root canal therapy helps preserve the natural tooth. If a tooth is missing and a dental implant is not suitable because of bone density or budget, other options include a fixed dental bridge or a removable partial denture. A bridge is a permanent fixture supported by adjacent teeth, while a denture is a more affordable but less stable option. We discuss all suitable choices with you during your consultation at our Finchley practice.

We offer clear upfront pricing with no surprises. Surgical extractions vary in cost depending on complexity, and we quote after the initial assessment. For tooth replacement, dental implants start from £2,500. This covers the surgical placement of the titanium implant and all necessary 3D scans and follow up checks. The final crown is priced separately. For example, a patient from Hampstead recently needed an implant for a molar, and the total cost including the final crown was about £4,000. We are a private only practice and accept insurance plans from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We provide all paperwork to submit a claim.

To make an informed choice for your care, it's important to ask the right questions, whether you consult with us or another practice in North London: How many procedures of this type do you perform each year? Does the quoted price include all scans, appointments, and materials? Do you use 3D CBCT scanning for surgical planning? What are the specific risks in my case and how do you minimise them? What are my pain management options during and after the procedure? If I need an implant, what brand do you use and what is its success rate? What happens if there's a complication after hours?