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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Dental implant smile journey

The key to successful dental implant treatment is in the planning stages. At your initial consultation our implant dentist will assess your oral health, discuss your case and consider all of the implant treatment options available to you before issuing a treatment plan.

Dental implant treatment will typically take between 3 to 6 months to complete and include the following steps at Cedar Dental Care:

  1. Consultation – our dentist will start by listening to your requirements and address your questions as well as recommending which options will best suit you. During this appointment our dentist will also conduct an assessment of your mouth, gums and bone structure using x-rays and scans. This will assess the bone support for a dental implant as sometimes it is necessary to carry out a bone graft or sinus lift to ensure we have the appropriate foundation into which we can securely place the implants.
  2. Pre-treatment – Patients must have healthy gums and enough jawbone to support dental implants. At your initial consultation our dentist will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further.

    Some patients may need to see a hygienist for a course of treatment to ensure their gums are strong and healthy before the dental implant process can begin.

    Our implant dentist will also check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully at this initial consultation. If there is insufficient bone you may need pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts. You may have to wait several months for this to heal prior to starting your dental implant journey.
  3. Implant placement – Once you are dentally fit and have healthy bone structure, you are ready for your implant placement. The process and length of appointment will vary depending on your individual requirements and complexity. our dentist will advise in advance what to expect throughout this appointment. You will be given a local anaesthetic to ensure that you are comfortable throughout the process.

    With All on 4 treatments (known as ‘same day smile’), the final replacement teeth are fitted the same day without the need to wait for healing and integration.
  4. Healing and integration - The titanium post (dental implant) needs to be left for a short time for the bone and gum to heal around it before it can be used to support a new tooth. Once that happens, the titanium becomes one with the bone around it… a key stage is known as biological integration.

    This stage can take between 3 and 6 months. Once the implant has integrated with the bone, it provides a strong and stable platform for the new crown, bridge or denture.
  5. Restoring - Once your implant integrates with the bone, we are then able to restore the implant with replacement teeth. This stage is carried out over 2 appointments. At the first appointment we will take scans/impressions of the position of the implants in relation to your other teeth and structures, so that the crown/bridge/denture can be carefully crafted to best blend with your natural smile.

    At the second appointment our dentist will then securely fix your crown, bridge or denture to the dental implant. Most teeth attached to implants are fixed permanently and can only be removed by your dentist. However, if you have removable dentures attached to the implants, then you’ll be able to take them out for cleaning. In all cases, your dentist will ensure that your replacement teeth fit properly, match your other teeth and feel comfortable. Once in place, they will look, feel and function as a natural tooth.
  6. Aftercare - Implants are an excellent option and investment in your health. With the right aftercare, they can last for a lifetime.

    For such a long-term success, taking care of your implant is important. As with natural teeth, implants require the same regular check-ups and conscientious oral hygiene. Once you follow these guidelines, your implants can be maintained for decades.

To find out more about how dental implants could transform your life, book a consultation with our dentist!

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Cedar Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

1829 Reviews

5.0

16th September 2025

The welcome and professional treatment and the ease of putting me as a patient at ease with complete explanation of the treatment

15th September 2025

Very professional service and no issues experienced whatsoever

14th September 2025

The staff are all very friendly and welcoming.

14th September 2025

First class practice. Lucky to have it in Thatcham.

13th September 2025

Staff are friendly, approachable and professional at all times. I am never rushed in my appointment.I never experience an delays in treatment.My expectations are met.I feel my dentist listens to any concerns I may have.I feel reassured.

13th September 2025

Abigail is not only a superb dentist, but a lovely person also. She always looks after me, and makes sure I am at ease before during and after the dental work. I have known her for around 20 years now, and she has always been extremely helpful, attentive and provides an excellent overall service. She understand that I get a bit nervous attending for dental treatment, but treats me with respect, and she is always counseling me during progress to ensure I try to relax. She describes the work as it is being executed, and shows me the outcome afterwards with pictures where appropriate.

11th September 2025

The dentist was excellent.

11th September 2025

All staff are friendly, polite and professional.Environment is clean and comfortable.Quality of service is exceptional

9th September 2025

The Dentist was very patient with me as I was nervous and made sure I received great treatment.

9th September 2025

Have been using this dental practice for 40 plus years, very professional always a good experience with the dentist dealing with my treatment.

9th September 2025

After experiencing a broken tooth I was booked in the same day. Anish Patel made a temporary repair to the tooth and took great care in choosing the shade for the new replacement. The surgery was clean and well equipped and the nurse was very polite and professional

8th September 2025

Consistent friendly staff experienced staff.

7th September 2025

Always so welcoming from every member of staff.

7th September 2025

My dentist is lovely, she’s always happy to see me and so professional.

7th September 2025

Highly professional team

6th September 2025

The dental care was very good. There was no pain during the procedure and Rav cared for my nerves. Following the appointment, after the numbness went, I felt a sharp patch. Rav immediately called me back in (same day) and resolved it! Really impressed.

6th September 2025

Personal service which was very much appreciated. Mr Patel knew my history and speedily resolved my dental issue. Thank you so much!

6th September 2025

I phoned the receptionist to say I had a problem that I would like my dentist’s opinion with. Vicky took details which she advised she was sending through to my dentist Abi Dundas. A few minutes later I got a call asking if I could get to the surgery straight away, which I could. Within an hour of making that call, I had been seen by my dentist with some antibiotics to take away with me as she could see signs of an infection which would likely lead to an abscess under the tooth. She also detailed a plan to tackle the cause of the infection once back from my holidays.

5th September 2025

Abi the dentist is warm and approachable. She was very gentle with my 8yo son and took huge care to explain everything to him. We never felt rushed even though this was an emergency appointment. And she sorted out his problem perfectly.

4th September 2025

I’m quite nervous of the dentist and get anxious but Abbie always makes me feel at ease by talking me through everything and just being her lovely caring self!

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