Why Choose Dental Implants?
Dental implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement because they:
Look and feel like natural teeth – they blend seamlessly with your smile.
Restore full chewing function – eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Prevent bone loss – they support and preserve jawbone health.
Offer long-lasting results – with the right care, implants can last decades.
The next best thing to replace natural teeth is a dental implant.
Nobel Biocare Implants
Market-Leading Technology
We use Nobel Biocare Implants, one of the most trusted and established implant systems in the world. With decades of innovation and clinical success, Nobel Biocare implants are designed to:
Provide optimal strength and durability.
Integrate naturally with your jawbone (Osseo-integration).
Support everything from a single tooth to a full arch of teeth.
Choosing Nobel Biocare means you’re benefiting from one of the most advanced implant technologies available today.
Our Experienced Implant Team
Your dental implant journey at Hexham Dental Clinic is led by a team with exceptional skill and experience:
Mr Rob Banks – a Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive expertise in advanced implantology, including complex bone augmentation, sinus lifts, and zygomatic implants for challenging cases.
Dr Jim Sykes – principal dentist and experienced restorative & implant dentist, working closely with Rob to plan and deliver the most aesthetic, functional restorations for every patient.
Dr Simon Lee – implant and experienced restorative dentist, completing the team and ensuring a seamless, cohesive approach to your care.
Jim and Rob have been working as a trusted implant team since 2010, providing patients in Hexham and the surrounding area with reliable, life-changing results. With Simon joining the team in 2017, you can be confident that you’re in the care of a highly educated, compassionate group of professionals who prioritise both clinical excellence and patient comfort.
What We Can Provide
Our implant team can offer solutions for a wide range of needs:
Single-tooth implants – a simple and highly effective replacement for one missing tooth.
Multiple implants or implant bridges – restoring several missing teeth without relying on traditional dentures.
Full arch reconstruction – replacing an entire set of teeth with implants for unmatched stability and aesthetics.
Complex cases – including bone grafting, sinus lifts, and zygomatic implants for patients with significant bone loss.
The Implant Process
Your implant journey begins with a comprehensive consultation, where we’ll take time to understand your goals, assess your oral health, and create a bespoke treatment plan. Using digital imaging and advanced planning tools, we ensure precise placement and natural-looking results.
Your implant journey typically includes:
Consultation & Digital Planning – including scans and treatment discussion.
Implant Placement – performed by Mr Rob Banks under local anaesthetic or sedation if needed.
Healing & Integration – the implant fuses with the bone over 8–12 weeks.
Restoration – Dr Jim Sykes or Dr Simon Lee will design and fit a custom crown, bridge, or denture that perfectly matches your smile.
Most adults in good general health are suitable for dental implants. Even if you’ve been told you don’t have enough bone for implants, our advanced techniques (such as bone grafting or zygomatic implants) often make it possible.
A consultation with our implant team will determine the best approach for your specific needs.
Are Dental Implants Right for You?
Over 15 years’ experience delivering high-quality implant care.
Nobel Biocare implant system – a global leader in implant technology.
A consultant surgeon and restorative dentist working together for the best possible results.
Caring, cohesive team – we take the time to make sure you feel comfortable and fully informed.
Advanced solutions for complex cases – from bone augmentation to full arch reconstruction.
Why Choose Hexham Dental Clinic for Implants?
Before & After Results
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Whether you’re a long-time resident or newly arrived in the Tyne Valley, we’d love to welcome you to Hexham Dental Clinic.
Book a consultation or call us today to discuss your smile, your concerns, or simply to meet the team.
We look forward to meeting you — and helping you feel at home with us.
Hexham Dental Clinic
17 Battle Hill
Hexham
NE46 1BA
+44 (0) 1434 603759
info@hexhamdentalclinic.com
If you have a life threatening medical emergency please dial 999. If you require urgent dental assistance which cannot wait until the surgery opens, please dial 111, the 24/7 urgent care healthcare advice service.