Dr Patrick Coffey BChD (Leeds). Dip. Surgical Implantology (University College London)
Dr Patrick Coffey has a Specialist Interest in dental implant surgery and restorative dentistry. He has been placing and restoring dental implants since completing his postgraduate training at University College London in 2008. To date, he has placed more than 800 dental implants, with a success rate of over 98%.
Based in Fleet, Patrick has also worked as a visiting implant dentist in practices in Hereford, Southampton and Wimpole Street, London. This breadth of experience has given him extensive exposure to a wide range of implant cases. Importantly, many of his patients have been followed over many years, in some cases for almost two decades, allowing him to assess the long-term success and stability of the treatment he provides.
Patrick has extensive experience in both single and multiple dental implant placement, including complex cases requiring careful surgical and restorative planning.
Professor Cyrus Kerawala MBBS BDS FDSRCS FRCS FRCS(Max-Fac)
Professor Cyrus Kerawala is dually qualified in Dentistry and Medicine and is a Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon. He was previously Head of Department at The Royal Marsden, where he completed complex head and neck surgery and reconstruction.
His advanced surgical training and experience in complex reconstructive procedures enable him to manage some of the most challenging dental implant cases. This includes patients with significant bone deficiency who may require advanced bone grafting procedures or sinus augmentation to create sufficient bone for implant placement.
Patrick and Cyrus work closely together to provide a comprehensive approach to complex implant treatment, combining surgical expertise with restorative and aesthetic planning. Their shared aim is to achieve the best possible long-term functional, surgical and aesthetic outcomes for every patient.
Implant Consultation fee for non-registered patients: £120
About Dental Implants
A dental implant is a specially engineered replacement for a missing or badly decayed tooth. They can also be an effective alternative to loose-fitting or uncomfortable dentures. Implants work by successfully replicating a natural tooth- with a titanium post acting as the root and a strong porcelain crown fitting on top to replace it. The result is a securely fixed, hard-wearing and natural looking implant which can have a number of benefits- both aesthetically and health-wise.
A missing tooth may not be causing you any problems at the moment but in the long-term it could result in a number of issues.
- A missing tooth can have a significant effect on your overall facial features. Each time you eat, your gums and supporting bones are stimulated by your teeth. Following tooth loss, this stimulation of the bone ceases so it can start to shrink. Over time, as bone density and volume decreases the muscle and skin on your face can start to sag- resulting in premature ageing.
- When a tooth is missing your remaining teeth can move or rotate meaning that they become misaligned or crooked.
- If you have gaps then food and bacteria can get easily trapped increasing your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
- Missing teeth can make it harder to eat certain foods.
- Depending on where it is, a missing tooth can also cause problems with speech.
- If your gap is very visible you may feel self-conscious and lacking in confidence. Many people actively avoid particular social situations, having photographs taken or struggle with work because they are embarrassed by their missing tooth or teeth.
What is involved in the fitting of a dental implant?
Implants are usually placed under a local anaesthetic although a sedative will be considered in some cases. Fitting of the implants should take around 30 minutes. Following this, a recovery period of between 3-6 months will be required to allow the gum to heal and the titanium implant to fuse with the bone ensuring a stable and secure base for the crown to be fitted to.
The treatment should be pain free although you may feel slight discomfort or soreness in the immediate days or weeks following. This can be managed with over-the-counter painkillers.
Remember that it is important to maintain good oral hygiene standards in order to avoid infection and discomfort. If your implants are not cleaned properly then plaque can form- resulting in infection, bleeding and soreness.
Can I have a dental implant?
If you think a dental implant might be suitable for you then call us today for a consultation.
Before any treatment begins, a thorough assessment will be carried out, taking into account specific patient requirements. This may involve taking x-rays and impressions. Each case is different and a detailed treatment plan will be drawn up for you- to include regular after-care.
Implants can be a suitable option for many people of different ages and in different situations. They are suitable for replacing one or more teeth in a safe, long-term way. Boasting a success rate in excess of 95%, with regular long-term care and if looked after correctly they can last for multiple decades.
Your general health is important and patients who suffer from poorly controlled diabetes or who are heavy smokers may not be considered suitable for surgery due to their higher risk of developing infection once implants are fitted.
Overall, healthy gums and jawbone are the main factors taken into consideration when deciding if dental implants are suitable for a particular patient. For those with less bone volume as a result of previous gum disease there are options of bone grafting or a sinus lift. These will need to take place before the implants can be fitted. We will discuss these with you if they are required.
Dental Implant Blog & Patient Cases
Read about real implant cases treated at our Fleet practice, along with news and advice on dental implant treatment.
- Patient Case: Immediate Implants for the Upper Front Teeth
Failing crowns and root fillings on her upper four front teeth were replaced with implants placed at the same appointment as the extractions — with fantastic results two years on.