Dental implants: your questions answered
Short answers, each linking to a fuller guide.
Medically reviewed by Dt. Hüseyin Yavuz Özbek, implant surgeon · Updated October 2026About these answers
General information in plain English, reviewed by an implant dentist. For advice about your own mouth, you need an examination and an X-ray.
Common questions
What is a dental implant?
A small titanium post in the jawbone that replaces a tooth's root and holds a crown, bridge or denture. Read more.
Does it hurt?
It's done under local anaesthetic. Some soreness and swelling for a few days afterwards is normal.
How long does it take?
Healing usually takes around four months before the final tooth is fitted. See the stages.
Am I suitable?
Most adults with missing teeth can be considered. Bone, gum health, smoking and some medicines matter. Check the factors.
Are implants on the NHS?
Usually not. The NHS says they're usually only available privately.
How much do implants cost?
It depends on the number of implants, brand, crown material and any bone graft. What decides the price.
Does the brand matter?
Yes, mainly for future repairs. Ask for the brand and system in writing. Read more.
What are implants made of?
Usually titanium; some are zirconia. Materials explained.
What can go wrong?
Infection, peri-implantitis, an implant not bonding, or crown problems. Risks explained.
How long do implants last?
With good care, many years, but there's no lifetime guarantee. Aftercare.
What is an implant passport?
A written record of your implants so any dentist can help later. Read more.
Who publishes this site?
Precious Dental, a dental clinic in Antalya. We benefit if you choose us. How we keep it fair.
Sources
Checked October 2026. Where we give our own view as a clinic, we say so.
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