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Dental implant smile journey

Serving patients throughout Stroud, Nailsworth, Stonehouse, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Gloucestershire

The key to successful dental implant treatment is in the planning stages. At your initial consultation our implant dentist, Jolyon House, 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 Rowcroft Dental Centre:

  1. Consultation – Jolyon will start by listening to your requirements and address your questions as well as recommending which options will best suit you. During this appointment Jolyon 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 Jolyon 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.

    Jolyon 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. Jolyon 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.
  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 Jolyon 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 Jolyon!

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Rowcroft Dental Centre. 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

80 Reviews

5.0

13th October 2024

Always friendly and helpful staff and satisfied with the quality of work.

12th October 2024

Always puts the patient first and provide a personal service. Have been with Rowcroft for over 15 years and rate them as the number one dental practice in Stroud.

12th October 2024

Wonderful staff, fantastic facilities and always a pleasant experience

12th October 2024

Friendly staff ensures a client feels confident and relaxed. Staff are highly experienced, respectful and helpful. Nothing, however minor, is too much trouble for the staff, they are are extremely helpful.

11th October 2024

Always friendly at reception. The hygienist is great, always explains what she is doing and why, the dentist is always thorough and ready to give advice. All in all a great company!

11th October 2024

I love everything about this dental practice. Moving to Rowcroft was the best thing I ever did. All the staff are outstanding. My teeth and gum health has improved 100 % wish I’d joined years ago. I used to be phobic about dentists but not anymore. My hygienist is thorough, she loves her job and it shows. I’m super happy with my dentist too.

10th October 2024

Everyone is always very helpful and highly professional.Relaxed atmosphere as well.

10th October 2024

Great attention to detail and excellent patient care. Great location and sets clear expectations.

10th October 2024

Very pleasant receptionGood timingGood treatment

10th October 2024

I have been coming to rowcroft dental surgery for years they have always looked after my teeth.

10th October 2024

Of the staff: Courtesy, efficiency, thoughtfulness

9th October 2024

Professional, reassuring, listen.

9th October 2024

As an extremely nervous patient all the staff went above an beyond to put me at ease and reassure me . From entering the hygienist and her assistants room to leaving the dentist and his assistants room I cannot rate this practice high enough . They have been incredibly patient and kind .

9th October 2024

Affordable payment scheme. Good staff, particularly Saskia in reception and Lisa the hygienist.

9th October 2024

It is always a good experience visiting Rowcroft

8th October 2024

Personable, friendly, professional

7th October 2024

Treatment explained very well....

6th October 2024

Efficient friendly helpful staff

4th October 2024

Lisa is a very professional dental hygienist and she does an excellent job with warm empathy

4th October 2024

It was easy, no hassles.

3rd October 2024

Recent experience with jolyon feels like dentisrs back in the 60s where you felt cared for.

3rd October 2024

I have been a patient for many years, my hygienist always gives an excellent service, she genuinely cares about her patients and their oral health.

3rd October 2024

Good quality dental treatment from a very professional yet friendly team.

2nd October 2024

Friendly staff, friendly and very skilled dentist, They always try to make it possible if I need an unscheduled session as an emergency

2nd October 2024

Trustworthy and professional

2nd October 2024

Have used this surgery for many years and have always been entirely happy with treatments and outcomes. Staff are pleasant and efficient, with excellent and understanding clinicians.

2nd October 2024

Excellent and friendly staff and care . Always very helpful .

2nd October 2024

I have always been 100% satisfied with every aspect of my experience at Rowcroft

1st October 2024

I suffer with anxiety and I find my Dentist and Hygienist very kind and compassionate.

30th September 2024

Full confidence in the staff & their expertise.

29th September 2024

Town centre location. To be able to make my appointment to fit around my work schedule.Pleasant receptionists. A dentist who listens but also explains her procedures.

29th September 2024

Nothing missing

29th September 2024

just to say that the question only asked about the most recent appointment, and my answer is based on that appointment alone

29th September 2024

I am a very nervous patient and Lucy my dentist makes every visit as easy as possible. Lucy explains everything that’s going to happen beforehand and again as she does it. She tells me she can stop at anytime if I need to and to just raise my hand.

28th September 2024

Absolutely brilliant team .Extremely friendly and efficient. More of a family than a dental practice. Treatment and compassion is second to none and I could not recommend them more.

28th September 2024

Always feel safe at Rowcroft

28th September 2024

the attention of Dr House

27th September 2024

I’ve always been dealt with in a friendly and professional manner. When I’ve need urgent care I’ve been seen , any concerns that my dentist hadn’t been able to deal with I’ve been directed to the appropriate care. I have complete confidence in the care that Rowcroft Dental Care provide.

27th September 2024

About one month from checkup to filling - acceptable. Dentist Lucy? knew what she was doing! willing to discuss. goodo......

26th September 2024

It all seems to work and the staff are pleasant and helpful.

25th September 2024

The reception staff are friendly, attentive and helpful.Dr Demitrious Ntados is an extremely thorough dentist - careful and most efficient. I have great confidence in his skills and care.

25th September 2024

Very professional and both the dentist and hygienist puts you at ease

24th September 2024

Best Hygenist!

23rd September 2024

Although nervous about attending dental appointments I have always felt completely comfortable and feel absolutely confident that if I recommend the Surgery to someone else they will be well looked after. I have been a patient for many years and have never hesitated to recommend it to others.

22nd September 2024

Always very helpful and friendly. Nothing too much trouble and never rush you if you have questions.

22nd September 2024

Both myself and my husband and my children before they left home have been patients of Dr. House, and frankly have always been happy with both treatments, care and general staff at the practice.

22nd September 2024

Excellent Dentist. Friendly assistant

22nd September 2024

All the dental nurses at reception are so welcoming and friendly when I walk in. My hygienist (Lisa) and dentist (Lucy) always explain treatments very well and make sure that I am comfortable.

21st September 2024

Skill and approach of the dentist.

21st September 2024

Amazing staff, extremely professional and friendly.

19th September 2024

Always friendly, very helpful, caring and professional. I have been a patient for many years and will continue to do so.

19th September 2024

Quality of care and attention is wonderful. Staff are friendly and put you at ease. I like that they always explain what they are going to do

19th September 2024

I am a bundle of nerves at the Dentist but they all seem v calm and reassuring

18th September 2024

Dr House is an excellent dentist and working with a super team

18th September 2024

I have been with the Practice since I was a child (that's about 58 years) never had a problem with them. Always friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone.

17th September 2024

The professionalism of all staff. The ambiance of the whole place. The expertise & skill of the dentist & the hygienist. The friendly atmosphere in general. The ease of booking any future appointments. The way the dentist relaxes his patients with his calming manner. It actually becomes a pleasure to go to the dentist as a result of everything I have written. My wife used to be very apprehensive about visiting the dentist, but thanks to the Rowcroft Dental Practice she has no fear whatsoever.

17th September 2024

Always very polite and helpful

17th September 2024

Ease of making appointments tailored to my availability. Overall la good experience

17th September 2024

Generally very good all round service.

17th September 2024

Overall excellent service

16th September 2024

Very courteous and helpful staff and satisfactory outcome with treatment

16th September 2024

Treated courteously and respectfully. Time to discuss concerns.

16th September 2024

Feeling nothing was too much trouble. Gave good advice and treated with respect. But above all felt at ease and comfortable and not just another appointment

16th September 2024

Very efficient and cheerful and l felt at ease

16th September 2024

Excellent service and understanding

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John Wyatt

Following a recent dental treatment on Friday 30th August, 9.00am with Dr Dimitrios and his supporting dental nurse, I came away so impressed with how comfortable, efficient and successful the procedure had been, with no discomfort after. I can truly say that was the best dental treatment I have ever experienced, so well done and thank you both! I would also like to extend my gratitude to the whole Rowcroft Dental Team, including receptionists and Dental Hygienist team who provide a fantastic service which is making a big improvement to my dental health and I am sure your other clients will agree with me. Keep up the great work, you are very much appreciated!

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Immy Hathaway

Have been a really good dentist so far, always really friendly and helpful and very efficient and on-time! Thanks for seeing me for a short-notice appointment (same day as booking) today for my broken retainer it’s really appreciated

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Mark Edmondson

This is the first time I have used Rowcroft Implant Centre and found the quality of service and attention detail fantastic. I had quite a bit of work done and Dr. House and his team were great, from the initial consultation, extraction, bone augmentation through to the final implant placement. I'd highly recommend this practice for anyone considering having this work.

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Clare Ind

I'm very nervous of the dentist, I had a bad experience at previous place, my dentist is brilliant, she's made me feel not so nervous, the reception staff are lovely too.

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sue robertson

Dentist Lucy Li has recently carried out my complex cosmetic dentistry which included a replacement bridge and some cosmetic fillings. Such care was taken by Lucy to manage each step perfectly and the end result has far exceeded my expectations. I’m thrilled with the results and would thoroughly recommend Lucy to anyone looking for cosmetic dentistry.

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Alice Day

Delighted with the entire implant experience. The costings were honest and fair - mine even went down from the estimate, as I did not need any extra work. Though I was lucky to have such a straight forward procedure, everything was explained clearly and sympathetically. Though it took quite a few weeks, from extraction to final implant fitting, it was always a positive experience. Highly recommended.

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Jane Davey

I feel I need to reassure anyone needing a root canal and crown at Rowcroft; I had 3 of them in the space of 10 months! In my opinion, Dimitrios is the best general dentist to do them; he was very careful with his root canal approach, and mine were tricky (previously on the NHS, I had 2 unsuccessful root canals).....plus I'm extremely pleased with the crowns, I can confidently say Dimitrios has done a fab job!

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Ken Smith

I highly recommend Dr Dimitrios Ntanos who has recently dealt with supplying me with a new set of dentures, which I am extremely pleased with. I have had new dentures before supplied by other dentists but they have never been satisfactory.10/10

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Ioannis Kolovos

I highly recommend this practice. Very professional and friendly staff with excellent customer service. During my recent visit with Dimitrios, I've had same day crown fit with the amazing cerec machine.

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Peter Kent

I have been with Rowecroft for just over a year, since moving to the area. James is the best dentist i have ever had and Lisa is my hygienist and so very good, that i see her 4 times a year!!!

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Lisa Catchpole-Smith

Always a pleasant experience with friendly and welcoming staff. Great for children and adults. Would recommend to anyone.

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Nick Gerrard

Great treatment from James Barber, top dentist! Got white fillings top and bottom. Extremely professional work and a pleasant overall experience too.

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Neil Ross

I come from Gloucester to have my dental care done here. Been a patient here for several years and I feel their care and honesty are of top order. Won't charge you for needless work that others do. The staff are brilliant and always helpful, nothing is too much!

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Alex Hinch (Hinchy)

I can now smile with confidence thanks to my new Dentist at Rowcroft Dental Practice in Stroud.

MR

Mark Riddle

The Best Dental Practice in Stroud !!! Good advice and a Good Job !!!

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