Dental Implant Case Study 3

DENTAL IMPLANT CASE STUDY: RESTORING A MISSING CANINE TO SAVE THE BITE

Patient Location: Surbiton

Treatment: Single dental implant

Duration: 6 months (standard biological integration timeline)

THE CHALLENGE: MISSING CANINE AND BITE INTERFERENCE

Our patient visited Surbiton Dental after facing a significant dental challenge: the loss of their Upper Right Canine due to an infection.

Because the canine tooth plays such a critical role in the structural guidance of the bite, this loss was far more than a cosmetic concern. It directly impacted the patient’s oral functionality, making it difficult to chew efficiently. Furthermore, the gap left behind posed a long-term risk of the surrounding teeth shifting out of position, which could lead to further bite complications and plaque buildup. Naturally, this gap also made the patient feel highly self-conscious when smiling.

OUR EXPERT TREATMENT RECOMMENDATION

Considering the patient’s specific functional needs and the vital importance of the canine in the overall dental structure, we recommended a single dental implant.

At Surbiton Dental, our implant team focuses on protecting the long-term health of the entire mouth. We knew that a premium implant would act as a standalone root replacement.

This would not only seamlessly refresh the aesthetics of the patient’s smile but also completely protect the alignment of the neighbouring teeth without relying on alternative, more invasive treatments.

WHAT WE DID: THE PRECISION RESTORATION JOURNEY

The treatment journey was meticulously planned and executed by our clinical team to ensure absolute precision and a comfortable patient experience.

• Phase 1: Digital Mapping & Placement: Our skilled team carefully placed a single dental implant into the precise position of the missing Upper Right Canine, ensuring optimal depth and stability.
• Phase 2: Biological Integration: We allowed the necessary healing time for the implant to safely integrate with the jawbone, establishing a robust foundation that functions like a natural tooth root.
• Phase 3: Bespoke Aesthetic Finish: We designed and securely attached a custom restoration. Great care was taken to ensure the new tooth perfectly matched the patient’s natural teeth in colour, shape and alignment, fully maintaining the integrity of their bite.

THE OUTCOME: RESTORED FUNCTIONALITY AND CONFIDENCE

The treatment provided a highly stable, fixed solution that blended beautifully with the patient’s unique dental profile.

• Functional Result: The implant completely restored the patient’s ability to chew efficiently and stabilised the dental arch, permanently preventing the surrounding teeth from shifting.
• Aesthetic Result: A natural-looking, flawless restoration of the Upper Right Canine that matches the adjacent teeth perfectly, allowing the patient to smile with total confidence once again.

Please contact us for a clinical assessment to get a definitive, tailored treatment plan for your smile.