Dental Implants
Replacing missing teeth with a planned, staged approach. All done in-house at Crossbank.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed into the jaw to replace the root of a missing tooth, with a crown, bridge, or denture fixed on top. Every case is digitally planned from a 3D scan before placement, so the position is set virtually before surgery. At Crossbank the implant surgery and the final implant restoration are both carried out by Dr Neil Cooper, the principal clinician and implant surgeon. Tristan handles treatment planning for the wider case and any restorative work on the surrounding teeth. Single implants typically take 4 to 6 months from placement to final restoration.
What to know
- Every case is digitally planned before placement. 3D scan, virtual position, then surgery.
- Provisional restoration when the case calls for it (not every case needs one).
- Bone augmentation built into the plan if the site needs it.
- All done in-house at Crossbank. Neil places and restores the implant. Tristan plans the wider case and any restorative work on the surrounding teeth.
Why Choose Dental Implants
Replace one tooth without touching the others
An implant doesn't rely on cutting down healthy teeth either side. The neighbours stay untouched.
Preserves the jawbone
Implants stimulate the bone the way a natural tooth root does, helping prevent the bone shrinkage that follows tooth loss.
Looks and feels like your own tooth
The crown on top is shaped and shaded to match your natural teeth. Most people forget which tooth is the implant once it's settled in.
Designed to last decades
Well-placed and well-maintained implants routinely outlast bridges. With good hygiene and regular checks, lifetime service is realistic.
Eat what you want
Once integrated, implants chew like natural teeth. No food restrictions, no movement, no dental adhesive.
All done in-house
Diagnosis, surgical placement, bone augmentation if needed, and final restoration all happen at Crossbank. One team, one plan.
Dental Implant vs Bridge
Both replace a missing tooth. An implant stands on its own using a titanium post in the jaw; a bridge uses the teeth either side of the gap to hold a replacement in place.
Best for
Replacing a missing tooth without involving the neighbouring teeth.
Bridge
Cases where the teeth either side of the gap already need crowns, or where an implant is not suitable.
Effect on neighbouring teeth
Untouched. The implant sits in the jaw on its own.
Bridge
The teeth either side are shaped down to hold the bridge.
Effect on the jawbone
The titanium post stimulates the bone the way a natural root would, helping prevent bone loss at the site.
Bridge
Does not stimulate the bone under the missing tooth, so some shrinkage at the site is normal over time.
Treatment timeline
4 to 6 months for a single tooth, longer if bone augmentation is needed. A temporary tooth covers the gap throughout.
Bridge
Usually two visits across about two weeks once the case is planned.
Typical longevity
The implant itself can last a lifetime with good care; the crown on top typically lasts 10 to 15 years.
Bridge
Around 10 to 15 years on average, depending on the supporting teeth and your bite.
Cost
From £3,500 for a single tooth, including the implant, the final crown, and basic bone augmentation.
Bridge
Quoted at consultation based on the supporting teeth and the design of the bridge.
When it is the right choice
You want to replace the tooth without altering the healthy ones either side.
Bridge
The teeth either side already need crowns, or you are not a candidate for implant surgery.
| Dimension | From £3,500 | Bridge Quoted at consultation |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Replacing a missing tooth without involving the neighbouring teeth. | Cases where the teeth either side of the gap already need crowns, or where an implant is not suitable. |
| Effect on neighbouring teeth | Untouched. The implant sits in the jaw on its own. | The teeth either side are shaped down to hold the bridge. |
| Effect on the jawbone | The titanium post stimulates the bone the way a natural root would, helping prevent bone loss at the site. | Does not stimulate the bone under the missing tooth, so some shrinkage at the site is normal over time. |
| Treatment timeline | 4 to 6 months for a single tooth, longer if bone augmentation is needed. A temporary tooth covers the gap throughout. | Usually two visits across about two weeks once the case is planned. |
| Typical longevity | The implant itself can last a lifetime with good care; the crown on top typically lasts 10 to 15 years. | Around 10 to 15 years on average, depending on the supporting teeth and your bite. |
| Cost | From £3,500 for a single tooth, including the implant, the final crown, and basic bone augmentation. | Quoted at consultation based on the supporting teeth and the design of the bridge. |
| When it is the right choice | You want to replace the tooth without altering the healthy ones either side. | The teeth either side already need crowns, or you are not a candidate for implant surgery. |
Implants at Crossbank are placed and restored by Dr Neil Cooper. Tristan plans the wider case and any restorative work on the surrounding teeth.
The Implant Process
Consultation & 3D Scan
60 minutesTristan and Neil assess the gap, take a CBCT scan to map the bone, and build a 3D plan of where the implant will sit.
Treatment Plan & Cost
Written plan with timeline, costs, and the staged sequence. Bone augmentation noted if it's needed at the site.
Bone Augmentation (if needed)
When there isn't enough bone at the site, a small graft is placed first to build it up. Sometimes done at the same time as the implant, sometimes a few months before.
Implant Placement
60-90 minutesNeil places the titanium post into the jaw under local anaesthetic. Most patients describe the appointment as quicker and more comfortable than they expected.
Healing Phase
3-4 monthsThe implant integrates with the bone over 3 to 4 months. You'll have a temporary tooth in place during this time so the gap is never visible.
Provisional Restoration (when used)
On more complex cases we fit a trial crown to test shape, bite, and how it looks in your smile. We adjust until it's right before the final goes on.
Final Restoration
The custom ceramic crown is fitted onto the implant. Aftercare brief, and you're done.
Investment
Includes the implant, the final crown, and basic bone augmentation. Multi-implant and full arch cases priced separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
From the day the implant is placed to the day the final crown goes on, expect 4 to 6 months for a straightforward single tooth. Cases that need bone augmentation or sinus work take longer. Multi-implant and full arch cases run 6 to 12 months. You'll have a temporary tooth across the whole journey so there's never a visible gap.
Treatment is delivered by Dr Tristan Tinn, dentist in Kendal, at Crossbank Dental Care on Captain French Lane, a short walk from the Market Place.
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Phone
01539 319170Location
Crossbank Dental Care
10 Captain French Lane
Kendal, LA9 4HP