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There are several strong reasons for restoring missing teeth using the Ankylos implant system. Empty spaces in the jawbone left by missing teeth can lead to resorption of the surrounding bone and then to the movement of other teeth, causing even more bone erosion and further tooth loss. This in turn results in facial sagging.

The Ankylos Implant System has twenty years of proven success, replacing missing teeth, and crowns, bridges and dentures, with restorations that look and function like natural teeth while preserving the health of the gums and the integrity of the jawbone.

With Ankylos, your dentist implants an artificial root in the jawbone. This 'abutment' is made of pure titanium, which 'heals' permanently in the bone (a process called osseointegration).
The long-term stability of the Ankylos system results from the strength and integrity of the connection between the two sections: the tooth implant and the abutment that it fits into. There is an accurately engineered thread that ensures an extremely tight fit with a perfect seal and a completely stable joint.

Because there are no gaps at all anywhere in or around the Ankylos implant, there are no micro-movements of the surrounding bone or leakage of fluids into the implant body. This reduces the risk of inflammation, speeds recovery and maintains the health of the surrounding bone and gums.

Ankylos Implants can often be carried out in a single visit, under local anaesthetic. Aftercare is simply the continuation of good oral hygiene with regular check-ups.

Ankylos implants are an extremely cost-effective investment over their long lifetime of improving dental function, enhancing the appearance of your face and smile, and giving a permanent boost to your confidence. Your dentist will of course cost your personal treatment plan in advance.

Occasionally, where the jaw has already suffered significant resorption, bone grafting may be necessary before the implant can be fitted. In this unusual eventuality, your dentist will advise you.

Remember: Ankylos is the only tooth replacement system that prevents bone loss in the jaw. Once fitted, the implant looks and functions as a natural tooth with many benefits:

* Ensures the integrity of the jawbone
* Maintains the ability to chew
* Improves dental and facial appearance
* Often improves speech
* Bacteria-proof, high-quality and long-lasting
* Short treatment and recovery time
* An affordable investment