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Hereford Dental Implants

Looking to replace that missing tooth or worried about what to do if you loose a tooth?

At Broad Street Dental Surgery, we can help guide you through the all the options from dentures, bridge and even dental implants.

A Dental implant is an artificial replacement for a tooth root. They are a highly effective and potentially long-lasting way to replace missing teeth. A titanium post is placed in the jawbone and over time your own bone grows on the surface of the implant causing it to fuse with the body. The post can then be used as a foundation to support dental crowns, bridgework or to stabilise dentures.

As well as restoring your smile, dental implants have a number of major benefits including enhanced eating and speaking ability, prevention of shrinkage to the jaw bone after tooth removal and improved confidence.

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Our team has a wealth of experience in dental implants and can help answer any question you may have. We take the care to provide you with a pleasant, pain free experience and will talk you through the entire process.

What are dental implants used for?

Dental implants are becoming increasingly popular as they are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. We use our mouths and our smiles every day to communicate and it can be worrying if you lose some of your teeth. This can affect your confidence, making daily life more of a struggle. With dental implants, you can replace just a single tooth or even multiple teeth if you require a larger dental restoration. They can be fixed or removable depending on what suits your situation best. It is important to remember that not everyone is suitable for a dental implant. Your suitability will depend on your circumstances, general health and what you hope to get out of the procedure. All of this can be discussed during a consultation with your dentist to help you make an informed decision.

How much do dental implants cost?

It is hard to give an estimate of cost before we know more about you and the reason why you want dental implants. A consultation allows us to discuss your goals, look at your teeth more closely and offer a range of options that you might not have considered yet. It is hands-down the best way to provide an accurate estimation for you.

The overall price will depend on your suitability, your expectations and your circumstances. Another factor to consider is how many of your teeth need restoring. The more teeth that need replacing, the more expensive the treatment will be.

Finance is now available at Broad Street Dental Surgery and we can now spread the costs over 6,12,24 or 36 months!

How long do dental implants last?

Our dental implants are made with durable materials and they are built to last. However, maintaining them after the procedure is vital to keeping you healthy and prolonging the lifespan of your implant. As with our natural teeth, ceramic prosthetics can chip, stain and wear away. If they become damaged, they will need replacing, which might factor into your decision. The first indication about how long they will last comes a few months after the procedure. It takes time for bone to grow on the implant surface and for your implant to be accepted by your body. There is a 95% success rate for this when you follow aftercare advice carefully.

Another potential factor is the development of gum disease. This is more likely if you’re a smoker, if you do not clean your implant thoroughly and frequently and if you don’t go to your checkups with a dentist or hygienist. If the implant titanium screw remains healthy, replacing the attached prosthetic should be a routine procedure, but it can be costly.

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Are dental implants painful?

Dental implants are like any other minor surgical procedure. We use a local anaesthetic to ensure the area being treated is numb for a few hours, so the procedure will not be painful. Once you are out of surgery, it’s normal to feel discomfort for the first few days. This can be managed with over-the-counter painkillers and by following aftercare instructions to encourage the healing process. After a few days, this discomfort should pass. Your new implant may feel strange as you grow accustomed to it, but it should not be uncomfortable after a few days. We can guide you through the aftercare process so that you know exactly what to expect.

How long does a dental implant procedure take?

Like the cost of the procedure, the amount of time you will spend in the chair will depend on a number of factors. It will be shorter if you are only having one implant, but a longer procedure for multiple implants. How long it takes will also depend on the complexity of the procedure. We can look at your mouth and take scans that will help us advise on how long the procedure will take, but it does vary on a case-by-case basis. If you are having teeth removed on the same day, this will also result in a longer procedure. From experience, we estimate a dental implant procedure taking between 45 minutes and a few hours, but we can offer a more accurate estimation after your first consultation with us.

If you would like to know how dental implant can restore you smile and confidence, then please visit us by calling 01432 266899.

Andrew Farr BDS(Hons) MCGDent

Dental Implants @Broad Street Dental Surgery

Success Stories of Patients Who Have Had Their Smiles Restored with Dental Implants

Everyone deserves to have the perfect smile they have always dreamed of. For those who have lost teeth due to trauma, decay, or other medical conditions, dental implants can help restore that perfect smile. Here are some success stories of patients who have had their smiles restored with dental implants and how these treatments changed their lives.

Mrs B attended after fracturing her upper left lateral incisor. This needed extraction and was restored with a dental implant and crown. We also decided to replace the front crown to create a more aesthetic result. The patient was delighted with the result!

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The below case shows how natural a dental implant can look as the emergency of the crown mimics that of the existing teeth. The beauty of a dental implant, is that the adjacent teeth are not involved with the restoration unlike a dental bridge or denture.

A beautiful and healthy smile is one of the most important aspects of personal hygiene and appearance. Dental implants can provide a secure, long-term solution for replacing missing teeth or improving the look of existing ones. They are designed to be durable, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. With proper care, dental implants can last for many years and provide a range of benefits that go beyond just improving your smile. From improved speech to better oral health, dental implants can help you achieve a healthier and more confident smile.

If you feel that you could benefit from dental implants or would like more information on how we can help restore your smile, then please contact us on:

01432 266899

Andrew Farr Dentist

Principal at Broad Street Dental Surgery

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Welcome to Broad Street Dental Surgery

Broad Street Dental Surgery has been a family dental practice since 1972, when Mr R Gould moved the practice from High Town. It was then purchased by Mr M. Pawley in 2011 and moved to it’s new modern premises at Broadway House in 2014.
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The move in 2014 has enabled the practice to progress and expand it’s range of dental treatment’s available. The modern surgeries and equipment has now enable the practice to offer treatments such as but not limited to: Dental Implants, Invisible Braces, Tooth coloured Fillings, Tooth Whitening and much more. It also boasts arguably one of the best waiting room views in the county with patients regularly turning up early just to gaze over the city and on a clear day unto the black mountains.
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In 2020 the practice changed hands and is now under the guidance of Andrew Farr and his wife Georgina. They are aiming to continuously grow and expand the practice whilst maintaining a warm, family-friendly feel.
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Broad Street Dental surgery is one of a handful of Denplan Excel Accredited practices is Herefordshire. This is an accolade only awarded to practice that offer high quality dentistry but also in a safe and effective environment.
 
With the growth of corporate dentistry, a family run dental practice is becoming a rare breed. We appreciate your patients individual needs and do simply fit you in as part of a business model!
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We have disabled access and wheelchair users can access all our surgeries for both dental and hygienist appointments. There are blue badge parking spaces directly outside the practice.
Please call if you have any particular requirements you would like to discuss with us. We aim to provide the best possible dental experience for you and your family and really value our patients’ feedback.

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We hope that you can join us soon.
Andrew Farr – Dentist and Principle @broadstreetdental
 
 
 

Please Mind the Gap — Andrew Farr Dentist

This is a wonderful little case which demonstrate how a simple orthodontic treatment can make a big difference.

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Please Mind the Gap

This is a wonderful little case which demonstrate how a simple treatment can make a big difference.

Initially this lovely patient presented complaining of the gaps in her lower front teeth. She was very conscious of smiling and very aware of the spacing on show. The image below shows her initial presentation.

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We discussed options which included short term orthodontics, composite build ups (but this would be a difficult to achieve an aesthetic result due to the size of the spacing) or to accept the spacing. Short term orthodontics was the treatment of choice. Following an orthodontic assessment and consent the patient was provided with fixed aesthetically pleasing brackets from 3M and Quick Straight Teeth

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After 8 months the treatment produced a very nice result. The spacing was closed and the patient was very happy with the end results. Following space closure, retention is incredibly important. This was provided with both a lingual fixed retainer and an essix removable retainer. We discussed restoration of the two unit space in the lower left quadrant which included, dental implants, bridge, denture or to leave. The patient opted to have a lower denture.

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If you are interested in adult braces then please contact the surgery on:

01432 266899

www.broadstreetdentalsurgery.com

Andrew Farr BDS(Hons) MJDF

Dental Implant’s- A New Begining

At the end of 2017 I had completed the FDI Certificate in Implant Dentistry and was looking forward to this new and exciting chapter of Dentistry. I just needed the right patient.

The key to starting anything new is to know your limits and when dealing with dental Implants you really need to start with a simple single tooth case, ideally in the upper premolar region. This reduces the aesthetic risk and there is little anatomy of concern (ideally no Maxillary antrum sneaking forward!)

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For you first Implant you need a good team  – At Broad Street Dental surgery we are very fortunate to have dental nurses with over 20 years of Dental Implant experience. A mentor is also key and is recommended by the GDC when starting out in dental implants. A good mentor will help guide you through the treatment planning phase, placement and restoration of cases.

In this case a single Straumann SLActive implant was placed in the upper right first pre-molar area. There was sufficient bone and no bone grafting was needed. The implant was restored with a Zirconia screw retained implant. The new implant has provided improved function and aesthetics for the patient who was very happy with the results.

Maintenance is now the key to long term success and the patient has regular hygiene appointments at least every 6months.

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Final restoration in situ

Dental implants are now being provided regularly at the practice

If you are interested in dental implants or any other information please contact Broad Street Dental Surgery

or 01432 266899

Dentist Andrew Farr BDS(Hons)

 

 

 

 

If in Doubt Get Checked Out!! New Patient Examination

Whether you have been a regular dental attendee all your life or have avoided the dentist like the plague due to anxiety or other factors, all patients are welcome at Broad Street Dental practice.

We are a family run practice in the heart of Hereford, where you will always find a welcoming smile at every visit to our clinic. We are able to provide a wide range of dental treatment ranging from general examinations, maintenance to complex full mouth rehabilitation.

At every stage of your journey with us we will keep you informed of the treatment options and likely outcome of each option available to you, giving you an open and honest opinion of which treatment will best suit your individual needs.

November is Oral cancer awareness month.

Every patient at Broad Street Dental receives a complete examination of the hard and soft tissues i.e. we don’t just check for holes in your teeth but examine the health of your mouth, lips and neck for any signs of abnormalities and can make an appropriate referral if needed.

So if you haven’t seen a dentist for many years or are a regular attendee – if in doubt get checked out!

To book an appointment please call 01432 266899

Assoc. Dentist Andrew Farr

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A New Journey Begins – A.Farr

By Andrew Farr Associate Dentist

Broad Street Dental Surgery. Hereford

This young lady presented to Broad Street Dental Surgery complaining of a buccally placed mandibular left lateral incisor. She had undergone orthodontic treatment in her teens but due to a lack of retention her labial segment has changed as shown below.

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LL2 buccally placed. A.Farr

Treatment options for this case included fixed orthodontics, removable orthodontics or accepting the current situation. With removable orthodontics using clear aligners Inter proximal reduction (IPR) would be needed to create space to allow the mandibular incisor to move lingual. It was decided therefore that a fixed solution would provide a more predictable outcome and would need very little if any IPR.

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QST bond-up – A.Farr

We use only clear/tooth coloured brackets from QST (Quick Straight Teeth) which are straightforward to use and provide excellent aesthetics. The treatment was estimated to take around 4-6 months and the patient would be provided with adequate retention following treatment to reduce the risk of relapse.

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Post operative photos shows a nicely aligned lower arch. The patient was very happy with the final results.

If you or a friend are interested in having straighter teeth please visit Broad Street Dental Surgery

Andrew Farr

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Dental Implants

Why would you have a dental implant?

If you having missing teeth, Implants are a fantastic solution as you are not putting other teeth at risk to support the missing teeth. You can either have fixed restorations such as crowns and bridges that fix on top of the implants, or a removable denture that clicks into place over the implants. Having implants greatly improves the quality of your life if you are struggling with large spaces, or have a denture that is not retentive or stable. Implants can improve the look of your smile and regain confidence and function.

What is a dental Implant?

A dental implant very simply is a titanium screw that is placed in either the upper or lower jaw bone.

It serves as the tooth root where either fixed non removable replacement teeth or a removable appliance can be added on top.

There is no doubt that Implants are the best replacement option for missing teeth and they are the closest thing to getting back a natural tooth.

Although alternative treatment options to replace missing teeth such as bridges and dentures can be carried out, they are less stable and have higher maintenance costs. Therefore they will need to be replaced much sooner.

A major disadvantage of having bridge restorations is that teeth either side of the missing tooth have to be filed down, which could lead to problems with these teeth in the future.

Taking cost effectiveness into mind then, studies into Implants have shown having an implant is less expensive in the long term and that they do not involve restoration of any kind to adjacent teeth, which of course is a great benefit!

With the correct aftercare, an implant can last 20 years +, proving that implants are not only the more comfortable, reliable, functional and attractive option; they are indeed the best investment you will ever make in your quality of life.

Having an Implant with us at Broad Street Dental Surgery

We pride ourselves in careful and detailed planning, and we have the resources and equipment in practice to make sure you are being cared for to the highest possible standard.

You’re health and wellbeing is of upmost importance to us and our main goal is to give you exactly what you want, but in an ethical and non-detrimental way to your health.

Mr Farr has completed a Postgraduate certificate in Implantology with the Internation Team of Implantology and Straumann. Broad Street Dental Surgery have been placing and restoring dental implants for

We use the Straumann Implant system which is a leading implant company that provides technologically advanced, scientifically proven products that only ever get the best results.

Here are the reasons why we use Straumann to gain an exceptional results:

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  • More than 35 years of clinical evidence with over 700 scientific publications1
  • More than 14 million implants placed worldwide
  • Precision and quality “Made in Switzerland”
  • A trusted brand in over 70 countries
  • SLActive® – Our unique implant surface for better predictability and shorter healing times
  • Roxolid® – Our unique material for less invasive treatment options
  • Lifetime guarantee for your Straumann implants

Straight Teeth – Amazing Aesthetics

At Broad Street Dental Surgery we ONLY use 3M brackets. These have a proven track-record worldwide for their performance, beautiful aesthetics, and are nearly invisible in the mouth. We also use tooth-coloured wires making our braces the most aesthetic when compared to similar systems.

QST is used to correct mild misalignment of the front 6 to 8 teeth, to give you a beautiful smile. Because we only move the front teeth, the force required is minimal. The wires exert mild pressure to move the teeth, without the need for severe tightening which can cause the discomfort noted in conventional orthodontic treatment.

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Aesthetic 3M brackets

Have you ever wondered how to straighten teeth without using any fixed braces?

At Broad Street Dental Surgery we use the QuickStraightTeeth™ which has a clear “teeth straightening” system that has been developed to be a quick, discreet and very cost effective alternative for patients not wanting traditional braces.

For more information please contact Dr. Andrew Farr

01432 266899

http://www.broadstreetdentalsurgery.com

Dentist Andrew Farr BDS(Hons) MJDF
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