How long does the whole implant journey take from Sanderstead?

From placement to final tooth is usually around three months, allowing time for the implant to fuse properly with your jawbone.

Will I have a gap during the healing months?

In most cases we provide a temporary tooth during healing, so you are not left with a visible gap while the implant integrates.

Does the same dentist see me through the whole process?

Yes, the dentist who plans and places your implant also restores it, so your care stays with one clinician from start to finish.

What does the first appointment involve?

Your free first visit includes an examination and a 3D CBCT scan, which together tell us whether implants suit you and what your plan would look like.

Is implant placement painful?

Placement is done under local anaesthetic so the area is fully numb, and most patients say it felt easier than they had braced for.

Dental implants in Sanderstead: your journey from first visit to finished smile

Dental implants for Sanderstead (CR2) patients at Foxley Lane Dental, Purley. See the full journey from consultation to your finished smile.

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Patient receiving dental implant treatment near Sanderstead at Foxley Lane Dental

Our Purley practice is around 12 minutes from Sanderstead
We have one practice: 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH, with free on-street parking outside. There is no Foxley Lane Dental branch in Sanderstead, just a lot of Sanderstead patients who make the short trip to us.

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Dentist Dr Nev Jeyakumar smiling outdoors, representing dental implant treatment in Sanderstead

What actually happens, start to finish

Most people researching implants from Sanderstead are not short of marketing claims, they are short of a clear picture of what they are signing up for. So here is the journey, step by step, the way we run it at Foxley Lane Dental.

The headline is this: implants take a little time because we let the bone do its job properly. Rushing it is how things go wrong. Done in the right order, the result is a tooth that feels like it was always yours.

Step one: consultation and 3D scan

Your first visit is a free consultation. We listen to what is bothering you, examine your mouth, and take a CBCT scan, a 3D image of your jaw. That scan shows us bone volume, nerve positions and gum health in detail, which is what makes precise, safe planning possible.

You leave with a clear sense of whether implants suit you and what the route looks like.

Dental hygienist Vicky Harris providing dental implant care and patient support at Foxley Lane Dental near Sanderstead

Dental implant before and afters

Before and after dental implant in Purley replacing a missing upper tooth, showing a natural-looking implant crown matched to surrounding teeth at Foxley Lane Dental.

A missing upper tooth was replaced with a dental implant and custom crown, restoring a complete, natural-looking smile.

Before and after front tooth dental implant in Purley, restoring a missing tooth with a custom-made implant crown.

A missing front tooth was restored with a dental implant and custom crown, enhancing both the shape and harmony of the smile.

Before and after dental implants replacing damaged upper teeth, showing improved alignment and smile aesthetics at Foxley Lane Dental.

Damaged and missing teeth were replaced with implant-supported restorations, improving function and restoring a natural appearance.

Before and after single tooth dental implant in Purley, with implant crown blended to match surrounding natural teeth.

A single missing tooth was replaced with a dental implant and crown, blending seamlessly with the surrounding natural teeth.

Before and after image of a single upper front dental implant in Purley, restoring a missing tooth with a natural-looking custom crown.

A missing upper front tooth was replaced with a carefully positioned dental implant, recreating a natural-looking smile with improved symmetry.

Before and after dental implant replacing a discoloured upper front tooth at Foxley Lane Dental in Purley, showing improved colour match and symmetry.

A discoloured and heavily restored front tooth was replaced with a dental implant and custom crown, restoring a brighter, more balanced smile.

Implant dentist Dr Nev Jeyakumar reviewing 3D dental implant scan for a patient near Sanderstead

Step two: the written plan

Next we map out your treatment and put it in writing, including timings and costs. This is also where we flag anything preparatory, such as bone grafting or a sinus lift, if your scan shows you need it. Nothing happens until you are happy with the plan.

Step three: placing the implant

The implant, a small titanium post, is placed into the jaw under local anaesthetic while you are awake and comfortable. It is a calmer appointment than most people expect. Importantly, the dentist who planned your case, Dr Nev Jeyakumar, Dr Christine Marzahn or Dr Ankit Patel, is the one who places it, so there is no handover.

Dental implant consultation including smile assessment and treatment planning near Sanderstead

Step four: healing and integration

The implant then needs roughly three months to fuse with the bone, a process called osseointegration. This quiet phase is what gives an implant its strength. In many cases you wear a temporary tooth in the meantime so you are never left with a gap.

Step five: your final tooth

Once healed, we fit the final crown, bridge or denture, custom-made and colour-matched to your other teeth. We check the bite, you test it, and we adjust until it feels right. After that it is normal brushing, flossing and routine reviews, backed by our 10-year implant guarantee.

Dental implant treatment restoring missing teeth with a long-term, natural-looking solution near Sanderstead

Frequently asked questions

How long does the whole implant journey take from Sanderstead?
From placement to final tooth is usually around three months, allowing time for the implant to fuse properly with your jawbone.
Will I have a gap during the healing months?
In most cases we provide a temporary tooth during healing, so you are not left with a visible gap while the implant integrates.
Does the same dentist see me through the whole process?
Yes, the dentist who plans and places your implant also restores it, so your care stays with one clinician from start to finish.

What does the first appointment involve?
Your free first visit includes an examination and a 3D CBCT scan, which together tell us whether implants suit you and what your plan would look like.
Is implant placement painful?
Placement is done under local anaesthetic so the area is fully numb, and most patients say it felt easier than they had braced for.

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Caring for patients across Sanderstead and nearby

We see implant patients from all over Sanderstead (CR2), from Limpsfield Road and the streets near Sanderstead Pond to the Gruffy and out towards Selsdon. We are a short drive uphill from South Croydon, around 12 minutes to our Purley practice, with free parking on Foxley Lane when you arrive.