Long-lasting dental implants for Wallington patients

Wallington (SM6) patients: dental implants built to last at Foxley Lane Dental in Purley, with a 10-year guarantee and clear aftercare.

Patient receiving dental implant treatment near Wallington at Foxley Lane Dental

One practice, in Purley, for patients from Wallington
We have one practice: 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH, with free on-street parking outside. There is no Foxley Lane Dental branch in Wallington, just Wallington patients who make the trip to us.

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

An implant should be a once-in-a-lifetime decision

For most people in Wallington, the appeal of an implant is simple: do it once, do it properly, and stop thinking about that gap for good. That is exactly the standard we plan to. An implant is not a patch, it is a permanent replacement for the root and the tooth, and everything we do is geared towards it lasting.

This page is about the long game: what makes an implant endure, and how we look after it once it is in.

What gives an implant its longevity

Durability is built in from the start, not bolted on at the end.

It begins with detailed 3D planning, so the implant is set into the strongest, safest position in your jaw rather than placed by eye. It continues with the components themselves, Straumann and Southern Implants, two systems with a long, well-documented track record. And it is reinforced by the fact that one dentist plans, places and restores your implant, so the quality stays consistent from the first scan to the final bite check.

Underpinning all of it is our 10-year implant guarantee, which is our way of standing behind the work rather than waving you off at the door.

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

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 Wallington

How the implant fuses for the long haul

The real strength of an implant comes from the healing phase. Over roughly 12 weeks the bone grows tightly around the titanium post, locking it in place so it can take the full load of biting and chewing. We do not rush that window, because skipping it is precisely how implants fail early. Patience here is what buys you the years afterwards.

Looking after it so it lasts

A well-placed implant is wonderfully low-maintenance, but it is not no-maintenance. Day to day, you brush and clean around it just like a natural tooth, and we show you the easiest way to keep the gum margin healthy. Regular reviews let us check the implant, the gum and your bite, catching anything small long before it becomes anything large.

Treat it well and an implant can serve you for decades, which is exactly why the early care and the planning matter so much.

Dental implant consultation including smile assessment and treatment planning near Wallington
Dental implant treatment restoring missing teeth with a long-term, natural-looking solution near Wallington

Frequently asked questions

  • How long do dental implants last?

    A well-planned, well-maintained implant can last for decades, and ours are backed by a 10-year guarantee on Straumann and Southern Implants systems.

  • What does the 10-year guarantee cover?

    It reflects our confidence in the planning and the components, and we will talk you through exactly what it means for you during your consultation.

  • How do I clean an implant?

    You brush and clean around it much like a natural tooth, and we show you the simplest routine to keep the surrounding gum healthy.

  • Do I still need check-ups after my implant is finished?

    Yes, regular reviews let us monitor the implant, gum and bite so any small issue is dealt with early, which protects the long-term result.

  • Can an implant fail, and what reduces the risk?

    Failure is uncommon when implants are planned carefully and cared for, and our 3D planning, healing time and aftercare are all designed to keep that risk low.

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Caring for Wallington and the streets nearby

We see implant patients from right across Wallington (SM6), from the roads around Manor Road and Wallington station to the families near Beddington Park. We are a short drive east in Purley (CR8 3EH), with free on-street parking on Foxley Lane when you arrive, which makes the planned visits and follow-up reviews easy to fit in over the years ahead.

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Lucy was very reassuring to make me feel I found my new local dentist in Christine, thank you. I was cared about and the efficiency was fantastic.

Robyn Yates

Other treatments offered to patients in Wallington

All carried out at our one practice, 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH.

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