Restorative Dentistry · Station House Dental Care · BB18
A permanent tooth that feels like your own
From £2,500 per implant · 0% Finance Available
A dental implant replaces a missing tooth with a fixed, permanent restoration that looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth. No adhesive. No removal at night. No compromise.
Includes full examination, X-rays, suitability assessment and a written treatment plan with costs. £40 refunded if you proceed. New patients seen within one week.
Living with a missing tooth changes more than your smile
You stop eating on that side. You learn to smile without opening your mouth fully. You cover your teeth in photos. If you wear a denture, you know the anxiety — the adhesive, the movement, the worry that it will slip at the wrong moment.
And beneath the surface, something else is happening. The jawbone where the tooth root used to be is slowly shrinking. Without the stimulation of a root, bone resorbs over time — changing the shape of your face and making future treatment more complex.
A dental implant solves all of this. It replaces the root, preserves the bone, and supports a crown that looks and functions exactly like the tooth you lost. It is not the cheapest option. But for most patients, it is the best one — and the only one that actually replaces what was lost.
How an implant works
A dental implant has three parts. A small titanium post is placed into the jawbone where the missing tooth root used to be. Over 3 to 6 months, the bone grows around the post and fuses with it — a natural process called osseointegration. Once the post is stable, an abutment (connector) is attached, and a custom porcelain crown is fixed on top.
The result is a tooth that is permanently fixed in place, does not move, does not need adhesive, and can withstand normal biting and chewing. You brush it like a natural tooth. You eat with it like a natural tooth. Most patients say they forget it is there.
Why patients choose implants over alternatives
No removal at night. No adhesive. No clasps. The crown is permanently attached to the implant post. It stays in your mouth exactly like a natural tooth.
Implants are the only tooth replacement that preserves bone. Dentures and bridges do not replace the root, so bone loss continues underneath. Implants stop it.
Steak, apples, crusty bread — foods that denture wearers avoid become normal again. Implants restore full biting force because they are anchored in bone, not sitting on gum.
The titanium post can last a lifetime with proper care. The crown on top may need replacing after 15–20 years — but the implant itself is permanent. No other tooth replacement can say that.
Why patients trust us with implants
Dr Sarah Metias (Principal) and our senior clinicians oversee all implant planning. Our implant clinicians manage complex extractions, jaw trauma and surgical procedures alongside consultant surgeons. Dr Alec Bate brings 40+ years of clinical experience, with postgraduate orthodontic training from Whiston Hospital. Dr Saleem Qureshi completed the BAIRD Implant Course at Leeds in 2024.
Every implant case begins with a thorough assessment including X-rays and clinical examination. If a CT scan is needed, we arrange it. We do not place implants at the first appointment. You receive a full written treatment plan with costs, take it home, and decide when you are ready.
Not every patient is suitable for implants. Insufficient bone, uncontrolled gum disease or certain medical conditions can affect outcomes. If implants are not right for you, we will say so — and discuss bridges or dentures as alternatives. We would rather recommend a different treatment than place an implant that will fail.
How implant treatment works
Full clinical examination, X-rays and discussion of your goals. We assess bone quality, gum health and overall suitability. You leave with a written plan and quote. No commitment required.
If a CT scan is needed, it is arranged. The implant position, angle and depth are planned precisely. Any preparatory treatment (such as extraction or bone grafting) is completed first. Nothing is rushed.
The titanium post is placed under local anaesthetic. The procedure typically takes 30 to 60 minutes per implant. Most patients say it was less uncomfortable than they expected — many compare it to a routine extraction. You go home the same day.
The bone fuses with the titanium post over 3 to 6 months. During this time you may have a temporary tooth so you are never without one. We monitor healing with check-up appointments. There is no pain during this phase — it is simply waiting.
Once the implant has fully integrated, an abutment is fitted and a custom porcelain crown is attached. The crown is shade-matched to your surrounding teeth. You walk out with a permanent tooth that is indistinguishable from a natural one.
Real cases, shown in person
At your consultation, we will show you genuine implant cases completed by Dr Khalil and Dr Qureshi — including X-rays, clinical photographs and the final result. You can ask questions and see cases similar to yours. We do not use stock images from implant manufacturers.
Book a Smile Consultation to see our implant cases →"Not only is Sarah professional in her practice, her approach towards patients is warm, welcoming and most of all reassuring. My whole family come to see Sarah and I have never been happier to see a dentist."
Cost and finance
Your exact cost depends on whether bone grafting, extraction or additional procedures are needed. Everything is confirmed in a written quote before treatment begins. There are no hidden fees. The price we quote is the price you pay.
0% finance subject to status. No deposit required.
Station House Dental Care — Key Facts
| Metric | Figure | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Station House Dental Care established | 2005 | 19+ years serving Lancashire |
| GDC-registered clinicians at Station House | 5 | all fully registered and verified |
| Google rating | 4.9★ | from 300+ verified patient reviews |
| 0% finance available from | £250 | via V12 Retail Finance, subject to status |
| Treatments without NHS waiting lists | All treatments | wholly private, no NHS restrictions |
The Clinical Evidence Base for Dental Implants
Dental implant therapy is the most extensively documented tooth replacement intervention in contemporary dentistry. The Straumann Dental Implant System — used exclusively at Station House — has published 10-year cumulative survival rates of 96.4% across multiple independent multi-centre clinical studies. The International Team for Implantology (ITI) systematic review confirmed survival rates of 94–97% at 10 years for single-tooth implants in systemically healthy patients. Osseointegration — the biological fusion of titanium with living alveolar bone — was first described by Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark in the 1950s and has been consistently validated across six decades of clinical research. A critical finding from the peer-reviewed literature is the bone-preserving effect of implants: without root replacement, 25% of alveolar ridge width is lost within the first year post-extraction (Schropp et al., 2003). This bone resorption is progressive and irreversible, affecting facial aesthetics and compromising future implant placement. The implant is the only tooth replacement modality that prevents this process.
Common concerns
The placement itself is done under local anaesthetic — you feel pressure but not pain. Afterwards, most patients experience mild soreness and swelling for a few days, managed with standard painkillers. The majority of our implant patients say it was less painful than they expected. Many say it was easier than the extraction that created the gap in the first place.
Age alone is not a barrier. We have placed implants successfully in patients in their seventies. What matters is bone quality, gum health and overall medical fitness — not your birthday. Your consultation will determine whether you are suitable.
The titanium post can last a lifetime with good oral hygiene. Published research shows survival rates above 95% at 10 years. The porcelain crown may need replacing after 15 to 20 years due to normal wear. No other tooth replacement has this track record.
Implant failure is uncommon — typically 2 to 5% of cases. The most common cause is poor osseointegration (the bone does not fuse fully with the post), which usually becomes apparent before the permanent crown is fitted. If this happens, we remove the post, allow healing, and can often try again. We will explain all risks honestly before you decide to proceed.
Implants vs bridges vs dentures
| Implant | Bridge | Denture | |
| Lifespan | Lifetime (post) | 10–15 years | 5–10 years |
| Bone preservation | Yes | No | No |
| Adjacent teeth | Unaffected | Filed down | Clasps |
| Removable? | No (fixed) | No (fixed) | Yes |
| From | £2,500 | £1,713 | £486.20 |
Your clinician will recommend the most appropriate option based on your clinical needs and budget. We will never push the most expensive option if a simpler solution is right for you.
Why timing matters: Bone loss begins the day a tooth is extracted and accelerates over the first year. The longer you wait for an implant, the more likely you will need a bone graft — additional cost, additional healing time. Early placement preserves the most bone and gives the best result.
A missing tooth does not
have to stay missing
Book a £40 implant consultation. We will assess your suitability, explain the process honestly, give you a written quote and let you decide with no pressure. If implants are not right for you, we will tell you.
£40 refunded if you proceed. 0% finance available. Fernlea Avenue, Barnoldswick BB18 5DW.
Dental Implant for Patients from Across Pendle, Ribble Valley & Craven
Station House Dental Care welcomes dental implant patients from 22 surrounding towns. Select your area for directions, travel time and local pricing details.
- Accrington
- Bacup
- Barnoldswick
- Bingley
- Blackburn
- Burnley
- Clitheroe
- Colne
- Darwen
- Earby
- Great Harwood
- Haslingden
- Haworth
- Hebden Bridge
- Ilkley
- Keighley
- Longridge
- Nelson
- Oswaldtwistle
- Rawtenstall
- Skipton
- Todmorden
Don't see your town? We welcome patients from anywhere in Lancashire and West Yorkshire — get in touch or see all areas we serve.
Real Patient Outcomes at Station House
These are genuine patient cases from our Barnoldswick practice, shared with patient consent. All treatments were carried out by GDC-registered clinicians.