Dental Implants

Dental implants from Norwich's leading implantology experts

Dental implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth. At Norfolk Dental Specialists, we assess your case for a calm implant treatment. Your treatment will be planned by our specialist team in Norwich. Whether you’re missing a single tooth, multiple teeth or have a complex case requiring more extensive treatment, we will talk you through your options for the best way forward.

Dental implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth. They provide a strong artificial root and can be used to support a crown, bridge, or denture to restore comfort, function and confidence.

At Norfolk Dental Specialists, we carefully assess your case, and your treatment will be planned by our experienced clinical team in Norwich. Whether you’re missing a single tooth, multiple teeth or have a complex case requiring more extensive treatment, we will talk you through your options to ensure you understand the best way forward.

Book your free implant consultation, or call 01603 632525 to speak with the team.

7,000+ Implants Placed

500+ Referring Dentists

Calm Implant Treatment

Self-Referral Welcome

Providing Specialist implant care in Norwich Since 2006

Our experienced team of clinicians support patients referred to us by dentists from across Norfolk and the wider region for:

Dental implants
Periodontics
Prosthodontics

Their experience allows us to treat both straightforward implant cases, along with more advanced cases involving bone loss, gum recession, active gum disease, dental anxiety or concerns following previous implant treatment.

We will help you understand what is possible, what would be clinically appropriate and how your treatment can be planned safely.

Key reasons patients choose Norfolk Dental Specialists:

7,000+ implants placed since 2006
500+ referring dentists
Specialist-led implant treatment
Calm implant treatment
3D CBCT scanning available
Complex implant cases assessed
Self-referrals welcome
Free treatment coordinator consultation

Your implant clinicians

All dental implant treatments are supported by our wider GDC-registered clinical team of periodontists, implant clinicians, prosthodontists, hygienists and dental nurses.

Led by:

Dr Hamed Karimi GDC Registration No. 70400 Specialist in Periodontics and Implant Surgeon

Treatment may also involve members of our wider implant and restorative team, including:

Dr Imran Sharif GDC Registration No. 82537 Specialist in Periodontics and Implant Surgeon

Dr Samira Ezzati-Nik GDC Registration No. 85773 Specialist in Prosthodontics

Dr Andres Pradales GDC Registration No. 184955 Practice Limited to Periodontics and Dental Implants

Dr John Krezel GDC Registration No. 211139 Specialist in Prosthodontics

Implant hygiene and supportive maintenance are delivered by our highly trained clinical hygiene team, helping patients care for their implants after treatment has been completed.

What dental implants can help with

Dental implants may be suitable for adults who have:

Dental concern	How implants may help
A single missing tooth	Replace the missing tooth with a fixed implant-supported crown
Several missing teeth	Support a bridge or multiple replacement teeth
Loose or unstable dentures	Help stabilise dentures and improve comfort
Progressive jawbone loss	Assess whether rebuilding or supporting the area may be possible
Failed or failing implants	Identify the cause and plan appropriate next steps.

Suitability for dental implants depends on your oral health, bone levels, gum health, medical history and personal goals. These will all be assessed before any treatment is recommended.

Complex implant cases welcome

Some patients are told elsewhere that implant treatment may be difficult, or that they do not have enough bone for implants. Others may have medical considerations, gum disease or anxiety about dental treatment.

At Norfolk Dental Specialists, we regularly assess patients with more complex implant needs, including:

Our periodontal team will manage and stabilise any active gum disease that is present first. This helps create a healthier foundation before implant treatment is considered.

It is important that we understand why your previous implant has failed. Failure can be linked to bone loss, infection, positioning, excessive bite forces, gum disease or maintenance Difficulties.

Many patients feel nervous before implant treatment. Our team will explain what is involved, answer your questions and work at a pace that feels manageable.

Some medical factors, such as uncontrolled diabetes, bisphosphonate medication, immunobiologics or anticoagulant therapy, may require some additional planning before surgery commences.

Jawbones can reduce in volume when teeth have been missing for some time. Our clinicians can assess whether procedures, such as bone augmentation or sinus lifting, may be appropriate.

Active gum disease

Our periodontal team will manage and stabilise any active gum disease that is present first. This helps create a healthier foundation before implant treatment is considered.

Previous implant failure

It is important that we understand why your previous implant has failed. Failure can be linked to bone loss, infection, positioning, excessive bite forces, gum disease or maintenance Difficulties.

Dental anxiety

Many patients feel nervous before implant treatment. Our team will explain what is involved, answer your questions and work at a pace that feels manageable.

Medical considerations

Some medical factors, such as uncontrolled diabetes, bisphosphonate medication, immunobiologics or anticoagulant therapy, may require some additional planning before surgery commences.

Advanced bone loss

Jawbones can reduce in volume when teeth have been missing for some time. Our clinicians can assess whether procedures, such as bone augmentation or sinus lifting, may be appropriate.

Every patient tells a story

Dental implants can make a meaningful difference to everyday life. For many patients, treatment is about more than replacing a missing tooth. It is about being able to eat comfortably, speak clearly and smile with confidence again.

Your dental implant journey

Your implant journey is planned in clear stages. Not every patient follows exactly the same pathway, but most implant treatments include the following steps.

Detailed Consultation

Stabilisation

3D Assessment

Implant Placement

Healing And Integration

Final Restoration

Detailed Consultation

Assessment for proposed implant treatment and identifying potential disease, risk factors and providing you with personalised individual plan
Stabilisation

If gum disease, infection or significant recession is present, this will usually be treated first.
3D Assessment

We use CBCT scanning to assess your bone levels, tissue structures and the position of important anatomical features.
Implant Placement

The implant is placed into the jawbone under local anaesthetic. You should not feel pain during the procedure, although you may feel pressure or movement.
Healing And Integration

Over the following months, the jawbone heals around the implant. Most patients continue as normal during this stage.
Final Restoration

Once healing is complete, your final crown, bridge or restoration is made to fit your mouth and match your natural teeth as closely as possible.

After treatment, we will discuss supportive maintenance with you. Good oral hygiene, regular hygienist care and ongoing review appointments all help support the long-term health of your implant.

Dental implant costs in Norwich

A single tooth dental implant at Norfolk Dental Specialists starts from £3,000. This includes the main stages needed to replace one missing tooth with an implant-supported crown.

Your personalised individual plan and fees will always be confirmed in writing before treatment begins. More complex cases, including cases requiring bone grafting, sinus lifting, multiple implants or additional periodontal treatment, may involve further costs.

What is included in the £3,000 - £3,500 single implant fee	Included?
3D CBCT bone scan and digital treatment planning	Yes
Titanium implant post	Yes
Surgical placement under local anaesthetic	Yes
A bespoke porcelain crown, shade-matched to your teeth	Yes
Follow-up review appointments	Yes

Finance options

We offer a monthly interest-free payment plan that allows you to spread the payment of your treatment over six to twelve months - depending on the treatment and finance agreement.

As an example, a single tooth implant costing £3,000 could be spread across six monthly payments of £500 at 0% interest, subject to eligibility and finance agreement.

Finance eligibility is assessed at the time of consultation. Full terms will be provided in writing before any agreement is signed.

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Book your free treatment coordinator consultation

Your first step is a free treatment coordinator consultation. This gives you the opportunity to talk through your concerns, ask questions and understand whether dental implants may be suitable for you.

During this appointment, our highly trained team will listen to what you would like to achieve and explain the next steps. If implant treatment may be appropriate, we can then arrange a full clinical assessment with one of our clinicians.

The clinical assessment costs £150. X-ray fees range from £12 to £100, depending on what is required.

We welcome self-referrals from Norwich, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and the wider East Anglian region. You do not need a referral from your GP or dentist to contact us directly.

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Frequently asked questions about dental implants in Norwich

Last reviewed: May 2026

These questions are answered by Dr Hamed Karimi, GDC Registration No. 70400, Specialist in Periodontics and Implantology at Norfolk Dental Specialists.

A single dental implant at Norfolk Dental Specialists starts from £3,000. This includes your initial 3D CBCT diagnostic scan, the titanium implant, a bespoke porcelain crown and follow- up review appointments.

More complex cases may involve additional treatment, such as gum treatment, bone grafting or sinus lifting. If this applies to you, we will explain the reason clearly and provide a written estimate before treatment begins.

Yes, there is always a small risk that a dental implant may fail. However, careful planning can reduce that risk.

At Norfolk Dental Specialists, we assess your gum health, bone levels, bite and medical history before treatment begins. If active gum disease is present, this is treated first. We also use 3D CBCT imaging to help plan implant placement accurately.

The implant procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. You may feel pressure or movement, but the area will be fully numbed before treatment begins.

Some discomfort, swelling or bruising can occur afterwards, but this is usually manageable and will be discussed with you before treatment.

For a single tooth implant, the full process commonly takes around four to six months from assessment to final crown placement. More complex treatment, including bone grafting or multiple implants, may take longer.

We will explain your expected timescale as part of your treatment plan.

You do not need a referral from a dentist to request a consultation at Norfolk Dental Specialists. We accept self-referrals from patients across Norwich, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and the wider East Anglian region.

If you have been referred by your own dentist, we will keep them informed throughout your treatment. You will usually return to their care once your specialist treatment has been completed with us.

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