Replacing missing teeth
Not every lost tooth needs replacing, and when one does there are three ways to do it. Dr Glafcos Tombolis compares implants, bridges and dentures honestly, with the prices, so you can choose what suits you.
Clinically reviewed by Dr Glafcos Tombolis, BDS, GDC 74754
Last reviewed 27 September 2026
An implant including the crown is from £3,200, an acrylic partial denture from £450 and a cobalt chrome denture from £1,500. Bridges are quoted after assessment.
Dr Glafcos Tombolis places every implant and provides bridges and dentures. Where bone needs building up first, Dr Yvonne Szyszko carries out the graft or sinus lift.
Yes. 0% finance through Tabeo is available on treatment with Dr Glafcos, over 3, 6, 10 or 12 months, subject to status.
Front teeth almost always, for appearance. Wisdom teeth almost never. Further back it depends on your bite, and we will give you an honest answer at your examination.
Film · 27 seconds
Transcript
Losing a tooth doesn't just leave a gap. The bone underneath it starts to shrink. An implant replaces the root, not just the tooth. A titanium post goes into the jaw, the bone grows around it, and the crown goes on top. Your bite works again, and the bone you still have is protected.
At the front of the mouth, nearly everyone wants a lost tooth replaced. Wisdom teeth are removed all the time and almost never replaced, and teeth taken out for orthodontic reasons leave gaps that close. Nearer the back it is a grey area: millions of people manage well with a shortened arch of front teeth and premolars.
The risk of leaving a gap is that the neighbouring teeth tilt and drift, which can change your bite over time, make those teeth harder to clean and more prone to decay and gum disease, and put more load on the teeth that are left. We look at your bite and tell you which applies to you.
“He is extremely patient and thorough and makes time to explain all procedures fully and answer any questions.”
Spread the cost
Pay the cost of your treatment and nothing more, over 3, 6, 10, or 12 monthly payments. Apply online in about 2 minutes with a soft credit check that won’t affect your credit score, and get a decision straight away.
Representative example: treatment cost £3,200, 12 monthly payments of £266.67 (the first taken upfront), 0% APR representative, total amount payable £3,200.
Credit decisions depend on your circumstances. You must be over 18 and earn an income to apply. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may affect your credit score. Ethicare Dental acts as a credit intermediary. Finance is provided through Tabeo Finance Limited trading as Tabeo, 5th Floor, 10 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AF, a credit broker and loan servicer authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 777539).
Spread over
Illustration at 0% APR representative. The first payment is taken upfront. Total payable equals the treatment cost. Not an offer of credit.
Implants are usually preferred because they do not involve cutting down the teeth either side, and the cost is close to that of a bridge. A resin-bonded bridge is a good, inexpensive choice at the front, though it can debond. Where more than one tooth is missing, a denture is relatively inexpensive; the compromise is that it is removable and less secure. Implants can also be combined with a bridge or denture on top.
Something else? Call us on 020 8870 5059 or send a WhatsApp message.
Not always. Wisdom teeth and teeth removed for orthodontic reasons are usually not replaced. Front teeth almost always are, for appearance. Elsewhere, replacing the tooth prevents the drifting that can lead to bite problems, gum disease and decay, and we advise you case by case.
Dental implants, dental bridges and dentures. Implants are often preferred because they do not alter the adjacent teeth and are stable and long-lasting. A resin-bonded bridge at the front is less invasive but may need re-cementing. Dentures are a cost-effective option for several missing teeth, though they are not fixed.
It depends on where the tooth is, the health of your gums and the teeth either side, and your budget. Dr Glafcos examines you, explains each option with its price, and gives you a written quote. If your own tooth can still be saved, we say so.
An implant including the crown is from £3,200, with a free consultation. An acrylic partial denture is from £450 and a cobalt chrome denture from £1,500. Bridges are quoted after assessment.
“When I first visited his practice… as a nervous patient, I found dental visits quite daunting. Glafcos has been a fantastic professional—calm, reassuring, and incredibly skilled.”
“As a family we have visited them for many years for routine check ups, hygiene and orthodontic appointments with Priti.”
“Dr Glafcos has provided me with a very friendly and professional service. I will not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.”
Book online, call us, or send a WhatsApp message. New patient exams are £76, including four small X-rays.
Find us
250 Upper Richmond RoadOpening hours
Open until 9pm Tuesdays · Saturdays 9am–2:30pm
