Thinking about dental implants? Here's everything you need to know before you decide.
Wondering whether dental implants are right for you? Get honest answers, real costs, and a free 3D Smile Assessment at one of two Cheshire practices. No pressure, no obligation.
- 99.9% Implant Success Rate
- MSc Implant Dentistry, University of Manchester
- Wilmslow and Northwich
- 0% Finance Available
- Hundreds of Five-Star Reviews
You've heard about implants. But what actually are they?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that sits in the jawbone, where your natural tooth root used to be. Once it’s in place and healed, which takes a few months, a custom-made crown is attached on top. The result looks, feels, and functions like a real tooth.
There’s no removal. Nothing to take out at night. Nothing to stick in with adhesive. You brush it and forget about it, the same way you would any other tooth.
A single implant replaces one tooth. For people missing several teeth, multiple implants or a full arch solution like All-on-4 can replace an entire row, top, bottom, or both, on just four implants per arch.
Am I actually a candidate for implants? (Most people assume they're not.)
This is the question almost everyone asks first and the honest answer is that most adults with missing teeth are suitable for dental implants. The majority of people who assume they’re not turn out to be wrong.
The most common reasons people think they’ve been ruled out:
“I’ve been told I don’t have enough bone”
Bone loss does reduce the options available, but it doesn’t automatically close the door. Bone grafting, sinus lifts, and techniques like zygomatic implants — which anchor into the cheekbone rather than the jaw — mean that treatment is still possible for many patients who’ve been turned away elsewhere.
“I’ve had gum disease”
Treated and stable gum disease doesn’t rule implants out. What matters is the current health of your gums and bone, not your history. If gum disease is active, it needs to be brought under control first — but that’s a step, not a barrier.
“I had implants abroad and they went wrong”
Failed or complicated implants from overseas treatment are increasingly common. They can be assessed, and in many cases, corrected. A proper clinical review is needed first to understand exactly what’s there and what’s possible.
“I’m too old”
There is no upper age limit for dental implants. What matters is your general health and the condition of your jawbone, not the number on your birthday card. Many patients in their seventies and eighties have successful implant treatment.
The only reliable way to know if implants are right for you is a proper assessment. Everything else, Google, a friend’s experience, something a dentist said ten years ago, is guesswork.
Types of Dental Implants we Offer
Single Dental Implant
One missing tooth replaced permanently with a fixed crown that looks and feels exactly like the real thing. From £2,550 complete
Full Arch Implants / All-on-4
Replace a complete arch of missing or failing teeth with a permanently fixed set. No removal, no denture adhesive — just teeth that work like your own. From £11,500 per arch.
Smile-in-a-Day
Fixed teeth placed on the same day as your implants. Walk in with failing teeth, leave with a complete smile. From £11,500 per arch
Implants for Denture Wearers
Stabilise a loose denture or replace it entirely with a fixed set of teeth. A decision most patients wish they had made sooner.
- Meet Your Clinician
The Clinician Behind Every Implant at Heritage Smile Group
“When other dentists in Cheshire have a complex implant case, they refer it to Dr Nik.”
Dr Nik has focused his entire career on a single discipline: implant dentistry. His MSc from the University of Manchester is one of the most rigorous implant qualifications available in the UK. It is not a weekend course. It is years of clinically assessed postgraduate training.
His 99.9% success rate across hundreds of cases reflects what that level of training produces: meticulous planning, precise surgical execution, and an absolute refusal to treat implant dentistry as routine.
He teaches implant dentistry at postgraduate level at the University of Manchester. He is a Key Opinion Leader for Osstem UK, one of the leading global implant manufacturers. He mentors other implant clinicians at the Cambridge Implant Academy. When dental practices across Cheshire and the wider North West have a patient whose case is too complex to manage in-house, they refer to Dr Nik.
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- MSc Implant Dentistry, University of Manchester
- 99.9% Success Rate
- Honorary Clinical Teaching Fellow, University of Manchester
- Key Opinion Leader, Osstem UK
- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated Excellent
Trusted by Hundreds Across Cheshire and Beyond
Real Results from Real Patients in Cheshire
Every smile in this gallery belongs to a Heritage Smile Group patient. Placed personally by Dr Nik.
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Your Implant Journey, Step by Step
Step 1 - Free Consultation
A thorough clinical assessment including x-rays and 3D CBCT imaging where needed. Dr Nik explains your options clearly, gives you a confirmed written cost, and answers every question you have. Free, no obligation, no pressure.
Step 2 - Personalised Treatment Plan
Your treatment is planned precisely using three-dimensional imaging. Every implant position, angle, and depth is mapped before the day of surgery. This planning is what makes the procedure safe, accurate, and predictable.
Step 3 - Treatment Day
Step 4 - Healing and Integration
Over three to four months, the implants fuse naturally with the jawbone. Dr Nik monitors progress at regular review appointments throughout.
Step 5 - Your Permanent Smile
Your final custom-designed prosthesis is fitted. The result you have been working towards is complete, and it is designed to last a lifetime.
- Benefits
What changes after having a Dental Implant?
Eat Whatever You Want
Apples, steak, crusty bread. No more adjusting your diet around your teeth.
Smile Without Thinking About It
No self-consciousness, no awareness, no moment of hesitation before a photograph.
Preserve Your Jaw Structure
Implants stimulate the jawbone the way natural roots do, preventing the progressive bone loss that dentures cannot stop.
No Removal, No Adhesive
Fixed teeth that stay in place all day, every day. Brushed in place just like natural teeth.
A Permanent Investment
Designed to last a lifetime. Not a five-year fix that needs revisiting.
Placed by an MSc-Qualified Clinician
Every implant at Heritage Smile Group is placed personally by Dr Nik, not a junior clinician.
Implants, dentures, or a bridge, what's the difference and which is right for you?
There are three main ways to replace missing teeth, and they’re not equally good. Here’s an honest comparison.
Dental implants
Permanent and fixed. Look and feel like natural teeth. Preserve the jawbone underneath. The most expensive option upfront and the most cost-effective over a lifetime because they don’t need replacing.
Dentures
Removable. Less expensive initially. Can slip or affect speech and eating. Bone loss continues underneath because there’s no root to stimulate the jaw. Most patients find them a compromise they learn to live with, rather than a solution they’re happy with.
Bridges
Fixed in place, but rely on the teeth either side of the gap being filed down as supports. Those healthy teeth are permanently altered. If the bridge fails, you’ve lost three teeth, not one. They also don’t prevent the bone loss beneath the gap.
The honest summary
Implants are the closest thing dentistry has to replacing a tooth properly, root and all. They’re not right for everyone, and a free assessment is the right place to start that conversation.
- Dentist for Nervous Patients
Nervous About Going to the Dentist?
You’re not alone, and you’re genuinely welcome here
Dental anxiety is more common than you might think. Whether it stems from a difficult past experience, fear of pain, or simply feeling vulnerable in the chair, we understand that visiting the dentist can feel overwhelming.
Dr. Nik and the team are well known for making anxious patients feel at ease, it’s one of the things patients mention most often in their reviews. We work differently with nervous patients: taking time to listen, explaining everything before doing it, and moving at your pace, not ours.
- Dental Finance
Make Dental Implants Work for Your Budget
The treatment you’ve been putting off doesn’t have to wait until you’ve saved every penny. We offer flexible monthly payment plans through Tabeo on most treatments, including 0% interest finance on eligible procedures.
| Treatment | Total | 0% Finance (12 months) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Complete Implant | From £2,550 | From £172/month |
| Full Arch Silver Package | From £11,500 | From £862/month |
| Full Arch Gold Package | From £14,500 | From £1,087/month |
| Both Arches Platinum Package | From £19,500 | From £1,462/month |
Need longer to pay? Finance beyond 12 months is available and subject to interest. APR and total cost confirmed in writing before you agree to anything.
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- Why Choose Us
Why Patients Across Cheshire Choose Us for Implants
Every implant placed personally by Dr Nik.
Not a general dentist who occasionally places implants. A clinician who has dedicated his career to this.
We take the cases others turn away.
Bone loss, failed implants, patients told no elsewhere. A second opinion from Dr Nik has changed the outcome for many patients who thought treatment was impossible.
Two Cheshire locations.
Wilmslow for east Cheshire and south Manchester. Northwich for central and south Cheshire. No long trip out of the county for world-class implant treatment.
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing.
The price in your treatment plan is the price you pay. No hidden extras, no surprise charges at the end.
0% finance available.
Spread the cost over monthly payments. A single complete implant from approximately £172 per month.
Common Asked questions about Dental Implants
The cost depends on how many teeth you’re replacing and what your case involves. Here’s what to expect as a starting point.
Single implant
From £2,550 complete — implant, abutment, and crown. On 0% finance over 12 months, that’s from approximately £192 per month.
Full arch (All-on-4)
From £11,500 per arch. On 0% finance over 12 months, that’s from approximately £862 per month.
Both arches
From £19,500 for a full-mouth reconstruction. Finance options available. Everything confirmed in writing before you commit.
Why do prices vary so much?
The implant system used, the experience of the placing clinician, and the quality of the planning process all affect cost and outcome. Cheaper isn’t always wrong, but it’s always worth knowing what you’re getting.
Every treatment at Heritage Smile Group is fully costed and provided in writing before you make any decision. There are no surprise charges and no pressure to proceed. Finance is provided through Tabeo. Written quotations available on request.
Heritage Smile Group is a credit broker, not a lender. Finance subject to status and eligibility.
This is what most people want to know and are almost embarrassed to ask. The honest answer is that implant placement is almost always considerably more comfortable than people expect.
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic. You’ll feel pressure and movement, but not pain. Most patients say afterwards that they were bracing themselves for something far worse than what actually happened.
After the anaesthetic wears off, there’s typically some soreness and mild swelling for a few days — manageable with paracetamol or ibuprofen. Most people take a day or two off and feel fine after that.
If the idea of even that level of discomfort worries you, sedation is available. You’ll be awake but in a deeply relaxed state throughout. Many anxious patients find it genuinely changes the experience.
For a single implant, the process typically takes between three and six months from start to finish. The implant is placed first, then left to fuse with the bone over several months before the crown goes on top.
For full arch cases, the timeline is similar — but many patients are candidates for Smile-in-a-Day, where a complete set of fixed temporary teeth is placed on the same day as the implant surgery. You leave the practice with teeth. The final permanent prosthesis is fitted a few months later, once everything has healed and integrated properly.
Not everyone is suitable for same-day treatment — it depends on your individual case. Your assessment will confirm what’s possible for you.
A well-placed implant, looked after properly, can last a lifetime. The titanium post that goes into the bone typically stays there permanently. The crown on top, which takes all the wear of daily chewing, may need replacing after 15 to 25 years, depending on how well it’s cared for.
What affects longevity most is good oral hygiene and regular check-ups. Implants can’t decay, but the gum and bone around them can be affected by neglect. Treat them the way you’d treat natural teeth and they’ll reward you accordingly.
It’s a proper clinical consultation, not a sales appointment dressed up with a medical-sounding name.
At your assessment, the clinician will review your dental history, examine your mouth, and use digital imaging to get a clear picture of your bone levels, gum health, and what options are realistic for your situation. If 3D scanning is needed to assess your bone, that’s carried out at the same visit.
By the end of it, you’ll know whether implants are suitable for you, what the treatment would involve, how long it would take, and what it would cost. Everything in writing. No obligation to proceed. No follow-up pressure.
Most people walk out having had their questions answered for the first time, properly, by someone actually looking at their mouth.
You’re not alone, and you don’t need to explain yourself. Dental anxiety affects a significant number of adults, many of whom have been putting off treatment for years, sometimes decades, because of it.
The assessment is just a conversation. There’s no treatment at that appointment unless you ask for it. You sit in the chair, someone listens to your situation, and you leave knowing where you stand. That’s it.
When treatment does happen, sedation is available for patients who would prefer to be in a more relaxed state throughout. You’re awake, but calm. A lot of anxious patients tell us it was the thing that made it possible for them.
- Our Locations
2 Locations Across Cheshire
- Dentists in Wilmslow
Dedicated to delivering long-term, reliable treatments, ranging from Dental Implants and Orthodontics to routine dentistry.
- Dentist In Northwich
Award-winning Brunner Court Dental & Implant Practice, we have expertise in Dental Implants, Invisalign, cosmetic composite bonding, smile makeovers
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