Replacing missing teeth · Truro
Dental implants
Restore confidence in your smile with carefully planned implant treatment at The Treatment Centre.
Meet our implant team and explore the stages of your care, from your first consultation to ongoing maintenance.
A patient’s experience
Sandy’s story
Hear Sandy share her experience at The Treatment Centre.
Understanding dental implants
How an implant replaces a tooth
Personal care · Careful planning
Meet our implant team
Dr Fin Bason
Fin is a highly regarded Implant Surgeon who brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to The Treatment Centre. Fin graduated with honours from the University of Liverpool in 1997 and has extensive experience in oral surgery, as well as advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry. He has been placing and restoring dental implants since 2000.
Fin runs his own successful dental practice in Lostwithiel and attends The Treatment Centre once a month to provide both complex and routine implant treatments. Fin also plays a key role in mentoring our associate dentist Ollie supporting his development in implantology through clinical guidance, case planning and surgical supervision. This mentorship helps ensure the highest standards of patient care throughout our practice.
Dr Oliver Turner
Ollie is currently undertaking training for an MSc in Oral Surgery, further strengthening his clinical expertise. His friendly and approachable nature has quickly made him a familiar and well-liked face among many of our patients.
In addition to his everyday clinical work, his commitment to continuous learning highlights his passion for providing high-quality dental care. He works closely with Fin, who has a special interest in implantology, benefiting from one-on-one mentorship. Under Fin’s guidance, Ollie is developing a strong foundation in implant treatments and surgical planning, building both his confidence and capability in oral surgery and implantology.
Your treatment journey
Clear steps. Personal support.
From your first conversation to caring for your new smile, here are the stages of implant treatment.
Consultation & planning
Your journey begins with a thorough consultation. We’ll:
Discuss your goals, concerns and the options available
Examine your teeth, gums and bite
Take digital scans and X-rays (including CBCT 3D imaging if needed)
Carefully plan the exact position, depth and angle of your implant for optimal function and aesthetics
Implant placement
Carried out under local anaesthetic, with sedation available if required. If a tooth extraction is needed, you will be advised on the best approach. Healing time may be necessary before implant placement, though sometimes extraction and implant placement can be done simultaneously. Bone grafting or sinus lifting may be performed if needed.
Your two-week review
Check healing progress and removal of stitches.
Healing & uncovering
It takes on average 3 months for the implant to integrate with your bone. After this period, your implant can be uncovered – a small surgical procedure under local anaesthetic to expose the implant and place a healing abutment, which shapes your gum for the implant crown.
Your new tooth or teeth
Once healed, we attach a custom-made crown, bridge, or denture to your implant. This restoration is designed to match your natural teeth in colour, shape, and size — so it looks and feels just like your own.
Aftercare & maintenance
We’ll show you how to keep your implant healthy with tailored cleaning advice and recommend regular check-ups. With good care, implants can last for decades — often for life.
Smile transformation
See the difference
Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. It sits in the jawbone and can support a crown, bridge or denture.
Are dental implants suitable for me?
Your consultation includes an assessment of your teeth, gums, bite and available bone, together with a discussion of your health and what you would like to achieve. We will explain whether implants are suitable and talk through the options with you.
What are the alternatives to implants?
Depending on your mouth and the teeth you are missing, alternatives may include a removable denture or a dental bridge. Explore our Digital Dentures page, or speak with us about which option would suit you.
How long does implant treatment take?
Treatment takes place over several appointments. The implant needs time to heal in the bone before the final teeth are fitted. Your team will explain the expected timetable, including any extractions or bone grafting needed.
Will I be awake during treatment?
Implant placement is carried out under local anaesthetic. If you feel anxious, let us know so we can discuss how to support you, including sedation where suitable.
How much do dental implants cost?
Every implant case is highly individual and requires careful planning. The cost is determined following an implant consultation and treatment-planning discussion, where we assess your needs, listen to your goals and explore the options available to you. We will explain the proposed treatment, its stages and the personalised costs before you decide how to proceed.
How do I look after my implants?
We will show you how to clean around your implant and recommend regular reviews. Your replacement teeth and surrounding gums need ongoing care. Our dental hygiene team can help you maintain a cleaning routine.
Can implants be part of a wider smile treatment plan?
If you also want to improve the appearance of your other teeth, we can discuss the options together and plan the order of treatment. Visit our Cosmetic Dentistry page to explore treatments for your wider smile.
Your next step
Let’s talk about your smile.
Contact our team to arrange an implant consultation or ask about the next step.
Call 01872 241955 or email info@thetreatmentcentre.co.uk.