Missing Teeth Solutions London
Replacing missing teeth can help restore both function and appearance. At our London practice, we offer a range of treatment options tailored to your individual needs, helping you eat, speak, and smile with confidence once again.
Treatment Options
We offer several approaches to replacing missing teeth, including dental implants, bridges, and other suitable options. The right solution depends on your clinical needs, which are assessed during a consultation.
Personalised treatment plan with costs provided
Why Replacing Missing Teeth Is Important
Missing teeth can affect more than your smile. Without replacement, a number of changes may occur over time that can impact your oral health and daily comfort.
Chewing & Speech
Missing teeth can make it more difficult to chew certain foods effectively and may affect speech clarity, particularly when front teeth are involved.
Shifting of Teeth
When a tooth is missing, the surrounding teeth may gradually shift into the gap. This can affect your bite alignment and create further dental concerns over time.
Bone Changes
The jawbone in the area of a missing tooth may begin to change over time without stimulation from a tooth root. This can affect facial structure and future treatment options.
Treatment Options for Missing Teeth
There are several effective approaches to replacing missing teeth. The most suitable option depends on your individual clinical situation, which is assessed during a consultation.
Dental Implants
A long-term option where a small post is placed in the jawbone to support a replacement tooth. Dental implants are designed to function similarly to natural teeth and do not affect neighbouring teeth.
Dental Bridges
A fixed restoration where a replacement tooth is supported by the teeth on either side of the gap. Bridges do not require surgery and can be completed over a shorter timeframe.
Other Suitable Options
Depending on your clinical needs, other restorative options may be discussed during your consultation. Your dentist will explain all available approaches and help you understand which may be most appropriate.
Dental Implants for Missing Teeth
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants involve placing a small post into the jawbone, which acts as a foundation for a replacement tooth. Over time, the implant integrates with the bone to provide a secure, stable base.
When May They Be Suitable?
Implants may be suitable for patients with one or more missing teeth who have sufficient bone support and good general oral health. Suitability is determined through a thorough clinical assessment.
General Benefits
Designed to function similarly to natural teeth for eating and speaking
Do not require preparation of neighbouring healthy teeth
May help maintain jawbone in the area of the missing tooth
Dental Bridges for Missing Teeth
What Are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that fills the gap left by a missing tooth. The replacement tooth is supported by crowns placed on the teeth either side, creating a stable, natural-looking result.
When May They Be Suitable?
Bridges may be suitable when the teeth on either side of the gap are strong enough to support the restoration. They are a fixed option that does not require surgery, making them appropriate for a range of clinical situations.
General Benefits
Fixed in place — no need to remove for cleaning
Does not require surgical placement
Can typically be completed over a shorter timeframe
How to Choose the Right Treatment
The most suitable treatment for replacing missing teeth depends on a number of individual factors. A professional assessment is the best way to understand your options.
Number of Missing Teeth
Whether you are replacing a single tooth or several teeth will influence which treatment approaches are most appropriate for your situation.
Bone Support & Oral Health
The condition of your jawbone, gum health, and surrounding teeth all play an important role in determining which options are clinically viable for you.
Personal Preferences
Your goals, lifestyle, and preferences are important considerations. Your dentist will discuss all options so you can make an informed decision about your care.
Important: The right treatment for you can only be determined through a thorough clinical assessment. Your dentist will explain all suitable options and provide a personalised recommendation.
Cost of Missing Teeth Solutions London
The cost of replacing missing teeth varies depending on the type of treatment, the number of teeth involved, and the complexity of your individual case. A personalised treatment plan with full costs is provided following your consultation.
What Affects the Cost?
Treatment Type
Different approaches to replacing missing teeth carry different costs. Your dentist will explain the pricing for each suitable option during your consultation.
Complexity & Number of Teeth
The number of teeth being replaced and the overall complexity of your case will influence the treatment plan and associated costs.
Personalised Planning
A full written treatment plan with itemised costs is provided following your consultation, so you know exactly what to expect before treatment begins.
Membership Benefits
Our membership plan offers reduced treatment fees for patients who wish to benefit from ongoing savings across all treatments.
View Our Full Fee Guide
A transparent breakdown of treatment fees is available on our pricing page.
Why Choose Smile Dentist
Dr. Yasha Y Shirazi — GDC: 195843
- London practice with experience in restorative dentistry
- Personalised treatment planning for every patient
- Focus on natural-looking, long-lasting results
- GDC-registered dentists at a CQC-registered practice
Missing Teeth Solutions Near You
Our London practice welcomes patients from across the city and surrounding areas who are looking for solutions for missing teeth. Whether you are searching for missing teeth treatment near you or exploring your replacement options, we are here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Smile Gallery
Examples of treatments we have provided for our patients.
Individual results may vary. These images show actual patients who consented to their photos being used. A clinical assessment is required to determine suitability for any treatment.
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20 Old Brompton Road, London, SW7 3DL
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Explore Your Options for Missing Teeth
Book a consultation to discuss your situation. Your dentist will assess your needs, explain all suitable treatment options, and provide a personalised plan with costs — so you can make an informed decision about replacing your missing teeth.
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Meet The Experts
Our hand-picked team of clinicians is dedicated to the art and science of your smile.
Dr. Yasha Y Shirazi
Principal Dentist & Clinical Director
GDC: 195843
Meticulous preventative care meets high-quality cosmetic dentistry. Yasha offers complicated surgical extractions, complex treatments, and smile makeovers.
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Dr. Kamran Yazdi
Implant Dentist
GDC: 197926
Conservative dentistry with postgraduate degrees from UCL Eastman. Believes in preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
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Dentist
GDC: 229601
Friendly and enthusiastic dentist passionate about cosmetic and aesthetic restorative dentistry. Patient-centred care is at the heart of everything she does.
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Dentist
GDC: 302422
Award-winning dentist with the London Gold Medal. Combines advanced clinical skill with a calm, gentle manner.
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Dr. Narges Ameri
Dentist
GDC: 325081
Specialist-trained prosthodontist and implantologist. Former Assistant Professor at Tehran University with expertise in complex restorative cases.
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Dr. Ayman Mukhtar
Dentist
GDC: 302583
King's College London graduate with expertise in oral surgery, extractions, and restorative dentistry. Known for a gentle, patient-centred approach.
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Dr. Elisabeth Lichtmannegger
Dentist
GDC: 319325
Qualified from the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg in 2017. Experienced in preventive and restorative dentistry with a gentle, detail-oriented approach.
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Dr. Sam Parsno
Implant Dentist
GDC: 72207
Over 30 years of implant experience. Trained at the Brånemark Centre, Royal College of Surgeons, and Karolinska Institute. Founder of the London College of Oral Implantology.
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Jack Button
Dental Hygienist & Dental Therapist
GDC: 244367
Clinical Director and only Dental Hygienist awarded Fellowship to the International Academy for Dental Facial Esthetics.
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Laila Alhussein
Dental Hygienist
GDC: 328882
UCL-trained hygienist dedicated to promoting oral health in a warm, welcoming environment. Passionate about patient comfort and connection.
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