GDP implant restoration

More dentists from all over the UK are starting to restore dental implants for their own patients, through a nationwide campaign of local events backed by Dentsply Friadent.  The GDP implant restoration training programme began last year, and has accelerated during 2010 to include more than 50 ‘R£LAX’ events from Scotland to Cornwall.  The complete package is provided free, including three hours CPD and a prosthetics kit for restoring the first case.  The full events calendar and a directory of implant surgery partners are available at www.dentists4implants.com

For any patient with missing or failing teeth, dental implants can restore life-like oral appearance, natural function and boost confidence.  Implant supported dental crowns, bridges and dentures look, feel and function just like real teeth.  The result can last a lifetime, when properly looked after.  According the British Dental Health Foundation patient information leaflet on dental implants: ‘Over the longer term, implants are usually a more cost-effective and satisfactory option.’