A durable metal substructure covered with tooth-coloured porcelain. Often used where strength and value are priorities.
TREATMENTS, WITHOUT THE JARGON
Find the right route to a healthier, stronger smile.
Whether you are replacing missing teeth, repairing damaged teeth or planning a cosmetic change, start here. Each treatment is explained in plain English, with the usual reasons for choosing it, what treatment involves and the questions patients most often ask.
SELECTED CURRENT EXAMPLES
A quick feel for typical listed prices.
These examples help you compare the two clinics. They are not a treatment plan; your dentist will confirm the exact items required after assessment.
| Treatment example | Budapest | London |
|---|---|---|
| Single-tooth implant restoration exampleImplant, abutment, exposure and porcelain crown | £1,013 | £2,140 |
| Porcelain fused to metal crown / bridge unit | £239 | £550 |
| Zirconium full ceramic crown | £342after current 10% zirconium discount | £690 |
| Porcelain veneer | £285 | £399 |
Need a full breakdown? The main pricing page includes both clinics and explains what is and is not included.
Open the Full Price Guide →01 · DENTAL IMPLANTS
Replace one tooth, several teeth or a complete arch.
Dental implants are titanium fixtures placed into the jawbone to support a crown, bridge or full-arch restoration. They provide a fixed alternative to removable dentures and can be used for anything from a single missing tooth to an All-on-Four or All-on-Six reconstruction.
Single toothImplant bridgeAll-on-FourAll-on-Six
What treatment can involve
- 1Assessment & imaging
Bone, bite and the final restoration are planned before surgery.
- 2Implant placement & healing
The implant integrates with the jawbone before the final restorative stage.
- 3Exposure & restoration
The implant is uncovered and the custom crown or bridge is produced and fitted.
How long does implant treatment take?
Conventional implant treatment includes a healing period before the final crown or bridge. The treating dentist will confirm the timing in your plan, and grafting or other clinical factors may make the interval longer.
Can implants replace several teeth?
Yes. A small number of implants can support an implant bridge, and full-arch solutions can support a complete fixed row of teeth. The number and position of implants depends on anatomy and the final restoration.
02 · DENTAL CROWNS & BRIDGES
Rebuild teeth that are damaged, heavily restored or aesthetically compromised.
A crown is a custom-made cover fitted over a prepared natural tooth or attached to an implant. Crowns can reinforce weakened teeth, restore shape and bite, and improve appearance. Several units can be joined to form a bridge.
Broken teethAfter root canalBridgesSmile makeovers
Common crown choices
Metal-free options designed for a highly natural appearance, particularly useful where aesthetics are important.
When is a crown preferable to a filling?
A crown may be recommended when too much tooth structure has been lost for a filling to provide reliable strength, or when a tooth needs protection after extensive treatment such as root canal therapy.
Does every missing tooth need its own implant?
No. Where several adjacent teeth are missing, a bridge may be supported by fewer implants than the number of teeth being replaced. The design depends on the span, bite and bone available.
03 · PORCELAIN VENEERS
Change the visible shape, colour and proportions of front teeth.
Veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain shells bonded to the front surface of teeth. They can be used for isolated cosmetic correction or as part of a wider smile makeover when teeth are discoloured, chipped, worn, uneven or mildly misaligned.
DiscolourationChipped edgesSmall gapsSmile symmetry
Typical veneer journey
- 1Smile assessment
Bite, tooth position, colour and the changes you want are discussed first.
- 2Preparation & impressions
A small amount of enamel may need to be removed before impressions are sent to the laboratory.
- 3Try-in & bonding
The final veneers are checked for fit and colour before being bonded to the teeth.
Are veneers the same as crowns?
No. A veneer mainly covers the front surface of a tooth, whereas a crown surrounds much more of the tooth. Which is appropriate depends on the amount of healthy tooth structure and the treatment goal.
Can veneers straighten teeth?
They can improve the appearance of mildly uneven teeth, but they are not a substitute for orthodontics where significant tooth movement or bite correction is required.
04 · GUM CONTOURING
Shape the gum line around the smile you are planning.
Gum contouring can make short-looking teeth appear longer, even out an irregular gum line and create the right starting point for crowns or veneers. The gum line and the final restorations are planned together so the result feels like one smile, not two separate treatments.
Uneven gum lineShort-looking teethCrown planningVeneer planning
How it fits into restorative treatment
The gum line may be reshaped first, then allowed to settle before the final crowns or veneers are designed and fitted.
Smile Savers only carries out gum grafting when it forms part of a planned crown or veneer case, with the crown or veneer fitted afterwards.
Is gum contouring the same as gum grafting?
No. Contouring reshapes existing gum tissue, while grafting adds tissue. Smile Savers does not offer standalone grafting for recession; grafting is only provided as part of a planned crown or veneer case.
Will the gums need time to settle?
Often, yes. The dentist may allow the tissue to heal and stabilise before the final crown or veneer is produced, so the margins and proportions can be planned accurately.
05 · BONE GRAFTING & SINUS LIFTS
Create enough bone to place implants in a safer, more useful position.
After a tooth has been missing for some time, the jawbone can shrink. Bone grafting can rebuild or augment deficient areas so an implant has adequate support. In the back of the upper jaw, a sinus-lift procedure may be used when vertical bone height is limited.
Low bone volumeSinus liftImplant planningStaged grafting
Two common approaches
Used in the upper back jaw to increase the amount of bone available beneath the sinus.
Bone material is added to a deficient area. Depending on the case, grafting may be completed with implant placement or as a separate first stage.
Does needing a graft mean I cannot have implants?
No. Low bone can often be managed with grafting, sinus-lift procedures or a different implant plan. Imaging and surgical assessment determine which option is appropriate.
How much does bone grafting cost?
The Budapest price list starts bone grafting from £110. London lists bone-graft material at £250 per ampoule. These are not directly comparable complete-procedure prices, because the amount and technique depend on the individual case.
06 · GUM & IMPLANT HEALTH
Protect the gums and bone around natural teeth and implants.
Early gingivitis can often improve with effective cleaning and professional care. Periodontitis involves loss of supporting tissue and bone. Implants can also develop inflammation: peri-implant mucositis affects the soft tissues, while peri-implantitis includes progressive supporting-bone loss.
Bleeding gumsPeriodontitisPeri-implantitisLong-term maintenance
What good gum and implant care focuses on
Professional cleaning and improved home care help remove plaque and deposits around teeth, crowns, bridges and implant restorations.
Advanced periodontal or peri-implant disease may need local specialist assessment. Smile Savers does not provide periodontal surgery or implantoplasty.
Can periodontitis be cured?
Lost supporting tissue and bone cannot simply be restored by routine cleaning. Treatment aims to control inflammation, stabilise the condition and reduce further deterioration through ongoing maintenance.
What is implantoplasty?
Implantoplasty is a surgical technique in which exposed rough implant threads are smoothed and polished in selected peri-implantitis cases. It is not routine cleaning, does not replace lost bone and is not provided by Smile Savers.
HOW THE SMILE SAVERS ROUTE WORKS
Start in London. Choose where to be treated.
Consultation & treatment plan
Meet a dentist, discuss your priorities and receive a fully costed plan before deciding how to proceed.
London or Budapest
Many treatments can be carried out in London. Budapest is particularly useful for more extensive treatment and laboratory-intensive smile makeovers.
Aftercare & maintenance
Follow-up and annual checks can be arranged through the London clinic, with Budapest available when laboratory or surgical treatment is required.
NOT SURE WHICH TREATMENT YOU NEED?
That is exactly what the consultation is for.
You do not need to diagnose yourself or choose a package before you arrive. Bring your questions and your priorities; the dentist will assess the clinical situation and explain the realistic options.