In today's world where health and wellness seem to matter to people more than ever, taking care of our teeth is vital and hugely beneficial for our oral health. Teeth implants are often regarded as a restorative treatment for patients with decaying teeth, though some individuals choose to have them for cosmetic reasons.
Despite the UK having many dental clinics, Turkey is an option for Brits wanting to receive such treatments. Currency devaluation leading prices that are more affordable for some patients is just one reason why dental implants in Turkey are being chosen by UK consumers.
Healthcare services in the country are also monitored by the Turkish Ministry of Health, so patients can receive services after checking that the clinic they have chosen is fully registered to practice. One such brand in Turkey which prides itself on high-quality services for an affordable cost is DentaTur.
With clinics located in both Antalya and Istanbul, DentaTur offers the likes of dental implants as well as crowns, veneers and teeth whitening services. Staff also focus on providing as much of a comfortable and convenient experience as possible for both home and international patients.
As is the same with any cosmetic surgery, dental implants are an invasive procedure, they are not risk-free or a solution to personal problems. Always seek independent medical advice, speak to your UK dentist and give the procedure careful consideration before going ahead. The results may vary from person to person depending on the individual's age and health as well as other factors. DentaTur does not perform cosmetic procedures on anyone under 18 years old.
What does the procedure involve?
Dental implants are regularly used to replace lost teeth or a broken tooth which needs to be removed. They are often made from titanium, which is a durable and long-lasting material - and dental implants from DentaTur have a guarantee of 15 years.
The type of dental implants that a patient can get will vary on what their dentist recommends. Individuals can have anything from a single implant with a crown attached to several implants consisting of a dental bridge.
Patients who select DentaTur as their clinic of choice will first have a consultation with their dentist to determine their suitability for dental implants. This will involve them undergoing a 2D X-ray and a 3D scan of their jaw, and an evaluation of their bone density. This initial consultation and all other appointments and procedures will take place at DentaTur’s clinics in Turkey, as the dental implantation procedure takes several appointments to complete.
If the patient doesn't require any preliminary procedures before the implants, such as bone grafting and tooth removal, then the next stage of the process is to move on to the tooth implants. This involves the dentist installing screws into the patient's jaw followed by temporary crowns or a bridge.
The individual's gums will then need to heal, the swelling must go down, and osseointegration needs to occur - meaning the screws of the implant fuse with the surrounding bone. After a few months, the patient can typically return to Turkey to have permanent crowns or a bridge and complete the dental implant treatment.
All-on-4 dental implants in Turkey
All-on-4 dental implants in Turkey are one of the popular treatments that patients having dental implants can select from DentaTur Clinic. This full arch restoration procedure is used to replace an entire row of missing teeth using four screws.
The procedure is usually performed using local anaesthesia and can be done typically either on the lower or upper jaw, as long as the patient doesn't have severe jaw bone atrophy or other complicating factors. For this procedure, the patient can have some teeth missing and others that are either severely damaged or loosened and cannot be restored with other techniques.
Other alternative dental implant treatments available at DentaTur Clinic include:
All-on-6 dental implants
All-on-8 dental implants
3-on-6 dental impants
Zirconium implants
Zygomatic implants
Why choose dental implants?
Dental implants are long-lasting and intended to function like natural teeth. Unlike dentures, they don't need to be taken out to be cleaned and are far less likely to slip out while a person is speaking or eating.
They also have an aesthetically pleasing appearance. It's often even possible to install single or multiple dental implants without affecting surrounding teeth that don't need to be replaced.
However, aftercare with dental implants is important or they can become infected and not osseointegrate properly. The patient must clean their implants and follow a good oral hygiene routine, the same way they would take care of their natural teeth.
What are the costs in Turkey?
Luckily, there are many subsidies for private clinics in Turkey, meaning dental staff can use a lot of the branded and high-quality equipment which is available in the West for their practices. It can also lead to a lower treatment price for patients in a lot of cases, regardless of whether they're from the UK or EU, after travel and accommodation costs are calculated.
The price of dental implant treatment varies due to the number of implants the patient needs and the type of material that is decided for the implants.
DentaTur estimates that the average price of single dental implant treatment at one of its clinics costs £250. In the UK, the cost of the procedure can be much more if not provided for free for medical reasons by the NHS, especially from a private dental services provider.
