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Missing teeth affect far more than just your smile. Every day becomes a series of challenges and compromises that impact your quality of life in profound ways. Simple pleasures like biting into a crisp apple or enjoying a steak dinner become complicated negotiations. Social situations transform into anxiety-inducing events where you constantly worry about your teeth shifting, clicking, or falling out at the worst possible moment.
For denture wearers, the frustrations multiply. The perpetual discomfort of ill-fitting prosthetics that rub against your gums, the embarrassment of speech difficulties, and the tedious cleaning routines all serve as constant reminders of what you’ve lost. Perhaps most devastating is the gradual loss of self-confidence that accompanies these daily struggles, as you find yourself smiling less, speaking carefully, and avoiding photos.
Then there’s the nutritional impact – many people with missing teeth or uncomfortable dentures unconsciously modify their diets, avoiding nutritious but challenging foods in favour of softer options. This dietary compromise can have serious long-term health consequences beyond just your oral health.
“I’m sorry, but you don’t have enough bone for dental implants.”
For many patients, hearing these words from a dentist feels like a devastating final verdict. After gathering the courage to seek a permanent solution for missing teeth, being told that even modern dentistry cannot help can trigger feelings of hopelessness. If you’ve received this news, you may have resigned yourself to a lifetime of removable dentures or gaps in your smile.
This rejection is particularly crushing because dental implants represent the gold standard in tooth replacement – the closest thing to getting your natural teeth back. Being denied this option can feel like being locked out of a better quality of life that others take for granted.
The good news is that a “no” from one dental practice doesn’t have to be the end of your implant journey. At Kissdental Liverpool, located in the prestigious Liverpool ONE development, implant experts Dr Nigel Hargreaves and Dr Kailesh Solanki specialise in advanced implant techniques specifically designed for patients who have been told they aren’t candidates elsewhere.
With their extensive combined experience – Dr Hargreaves has been placing implants since the mid-1990s and Dr Solanki has personally placed over 1,000 implants – this Liverpool-based team routinely transforms “impossible” cases into successful implant restorations. Unlike many practices where complex cases might be referred elsewhere, both Nigel and Kailesh personally oversee every aspect of advanced implant treatments.
Their expertise in cutting-edge procedures means that even if you’ve been declined for implants previously, there may still be hope for a fixed, permanent solution to your missing teeth.
To understand how Kissdental Liverpool can offer solutions where others cannot, it’s important to understand why patients are typically rejected for implant treatment in the first place.
The most common reason is bone resorption – a natural process where your jaw bone gradually deteriorates following tooth loss. Without the stimulation provided by natural tooth roots, the bone that once supported your teeth begins to shrink. This process can be surprisingly rapid, with up to 25% of bone width lost in the first year after extraction, followed by ongoing annual resorption.
Traditional implant placement requires sufficient bone height and width to securely anchor the titanium implants. When significant resorption has occurred, standard implant protocols may not be possible. This is where advanced techniques become essential – and where many general dentists reach the limits of their training.
Other complicating factors can include:
At Kissdental Liverpool, these challenges aren’t viewed as roadblocks but as puzzles requiring sophisticated solutions.
One of the primary advanced techniques offered by the Liverpool implant team is bone grafting – a procedure that regenerates lost bone tissue, creating a suitable foundation for implants.
During this precise surgical procedure, Dr Hargreaves or Dr Solanki will place bone graft material in the areas where your natural bone has receded. This material serves as a scaffold that your body gradually transforms into new, living bone tissue through a process called osseointegration.
The Liverpool team utilises several types of grafting materials depending on your specific case:
This technique is ideal for Liverpool patients with moderate bone loss who still maintain reasonable overall jaw structure. The grafting procedure typically adds 3-6 months to the implant timeline, as the new bone needs time to develop before implant placement.
Bone grafting has helped countless Liverpool patients who were initially told they didn’t have enough bone for implants. With the expertise available at Kissdental Liverpool ONE, this proven technique offers predictable results even in challenging cases.
The upper back jaw presents unique challenges for implant placement due to the presence of the maxillary sinuses – air-filled cavities above your upper molars. Following tooth loss in this area, the sinus can expand downward while the bone simultaneously resorbs upward, leaving minimal bone height for implants.
At Kissdental Liverpool, Dr Hargreaves and Dr Solanki routinely perform sinus lift procedures (also called sinus augmentations) to overcome this anatomical challenge. This sophisticated technique involves:
This procedure effectively “raises the floor” of your sinus, creating additional bone height in the upper jaw for successful implant placement.
The Liverpool implant team offers two variations of this procedure:
Lateral Window Technique: Used for significant augmentations, this approach provides maximum visibility and control during the procedure. It’s ideal for cases requiring substantial bone regeneration and is typically performed several months before implant placement.
Crestal Approach: For minor to moderate augmentations, this less invasive technique can often be performed simultaneously with implant placement, reducing overall treatment time.
With their extensive experience in these procedures, the Liverpool team can determine which approach will deliver optimal results for your specific situation.
For Liverpool patients with extreme bone loss in the upper jaw who have been definitively told implants are impossible, zygomatic implants offer a remarkable alternative. This advanced technique bypasses the need for extensive bone grafting by anchoring specially designed longer implants in the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than the jaw.
Zygomatic implants represent one of the most significant innovations in implant dentistry for severely compromised cases. Benefits include:
This technique requires exceptional surgical skill and experience, which is why relatively few practices in Liverpool or throughout the UK offer it. At Kissdental Liverpool, both Dr Hargreaves and Dr Solanki have the advanced training necessary to provide this life-changing treatment.
This approach is particularly valuable for:
Another innovative approach available at Kissdental Liverpool is the All-on-4 technique (sometimes called Teeth in a Day or Same-Day Smiles). This breakthrough method makes implants possible for many patients with reduced bone volume by strategically placing just four implants to support an entire arch of teeth.
Traditional approaches might require 6-8 implants per arch, each placed vertically into the jaw. The All-on-4 technique instead utilises:
This precise configuration allows Dr Hargreaves and Dr Solanki to avoid areas of low bone density while providing excellent support for a full-arch restoration. The angled placement extends the implant contact with your bone and reduces the need for grafting in many cases.
A particularly appealing aspect of this approach for Liverpool patients is the immediate loading protocol. In many cases, you can have failing teeth removed, implants placed, and fixed temporary teeth attached all in a single visit to the Liverpool ONE clinic.
This means you’ll never be without teeth during the healing process – a significant advantage over traditional approaches that might require months with removable dentures while waiting for implants to integrate.
Supporting all these advanced techniques is Kissdental Liverpool’s investment in state-of-the-art digital planning technology. Using detailed 3D scans of your jaw, Dr Hargreaves and Dr Solanki can:
This digital approach allows for incredibly precise pre-surgical planning, minimising surprises and maximising successful outcomes – even in cases where bone availability is limited.
If you’ve been told you can’t have dental implants, Kissdental Liverpool’s advanced implant team invites you for a comprehensive consultation. During this appointment, Dr Hargreaves or Dr Solanki will:
Most importantly, they’ll provide an honest assessment of what’s possible in your case. With their extensive experience in advanced techniques, they can often find solutions where others see only limitations.
Located in the heart of Liverpool ONE with beautiful waterfront views, the clinic provides a comfortable, spa-like environment designed to put even the most nervous patients at ease. For those with dental anxiety, sedation options are available to ensure your treatment experience is as comfortable as possible.
Don’t let a previous rejection define your dental future. Contact Kissdental Liverpool today to discover how their advanced implant techniques might provide the permanent solution you’ve been hoping for. Your journey to a confident smile and improved quality of life could be just one consultation away.
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