Bone and sinus treatment

Serving patients throughout Ferndown

When a tooth is lost, the jawbone beneath it shrinks from lack of stimulation and can change the shape of your mouth. Loss of bone can also be caused by gum disease, tooth development defects, trauma, and by previous dental procedures where efforts were not made to restore natural bone.

Before dental implant treatment can begin your dentist will first need to check that there is sufficient bone for an implant to be placed successfully. If there is insufficient bone you may need to have pre-treatment before your dental implants can be placed. This may include oral surgery procedures such as bone grafting, bone expansion or sinus lifts.

At your initial consultation our implant dentist, Reginald Yeow, will use x-rays and scans to establish if pre-treatment is required and will explain this further.

Pre-treatment

Bone expansion

Your dentist may recommend a bone expansion if your jawbone is too narrow for a dental implant to be fitted. This involves making a small hole into your jawbone where your implant will eventually sit and using bone graft material to widen and strengthen the bone. The bone will be left to heal before a dental implant can be successfully installed.

Bone graft

Bone grafting is a treatment that is used to strengthen the area of bone your dental implant will be inserted into. This involves taking bone from elsewhere in the mouth and placing it in the area to be strengthened. After a number of months, this will fuse together, creating a stronger base for your implant.

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Sinus lift

If there is not enough space to fit a dental implant in your upper jaw, Reginald may recommend a sinus lift. This involves moving the sinus membrane upwards to create space in your bone for your new tooth. Once the membrane has been moved, a bone graft will fill the space that has been created to make a suitable space for your dental implant.

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Once Reginald is happy your bones and gums are healthy, your dental implant treatment can begin.

Book a consultation with Reginald today to find out more about how dental implants could change your life!

Dentist

Reginald Yeow

Reg qualified at King’s College Hospital, London, in 2001.In 2002 he worked in the restorative dentistry department at Birmingham Dental School for one year.In 2002 he moved to Dorset and has worked in general practice until the present day.Reg has a special interest in dental implants and completed a Master’s Degree in Dental Implantology from Bristol University in 2018. He now receives referrals...

Reginald Yeow
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1st June 2026

Lovely staff and made to feel at ease as a very nervous and anxious patient.

31st May 2026

Sarah and Tia were extremely pleasant as always and listened to how I broke my tooth. Sarah then explained in great detail what my options were after she’d given me a temporary filling.Sarah always makes me feel comfortable and at ease. Thank you !

30th May 2026

The reception staff, my dentist and the hygienist were all so lovely. I was thrilled with the new Airflow GBT which has transformed my feelings about visiting the hygienist.

30th May 2026

It was an emergency appointment and every effort was made to fit me in as an emergency patient.

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Mike Allen

My six monthly excellent visit to Envisage dental hygienist & Dr Tom Rowland the dentist.

28th May 2026

Lady at reception was really lovely, said my appointment was slightly delayed and asked me if I wanted some water or drink, Sarah my dentist always very good and puts me at ease as I’m very scared

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Nicola Godfrey

Today I had a long appointment with Tom Rowland and I would like to say what a pleasant and friendly dentist he is. He described everything he was going to do and answered my questions. I am so pleased with the result of his treatment as I can now smile again with confidence !!!

25th May 2026

I was a new patient with an infection and the receptionist were so lovely and did what they could to get me in. Hugo, the dentist was so kind. He explained the entire procedure and was compassionate and efficient. I am so glad moved to this practice, I can’t thank them enough.

24th May 2026

All members of staff were friendly and professional. The dentist understood my worries and after a through examination, was able to set my mind at rest.

23rd May 2026

Everything , I did not like going to dentist but staff were so nice , made me feel at ease and happy with the results , thank you , Roberta Kearley x

22nd May 2026

Phillipa is the best hygienist .

21st May 2026

the friendly atmosphere. The calmness of the building.

20th May 2026

It is all very professional and the focus given leaves you with the feeling that nothing will be missed.

17th May 2026

Having very high anxiety issues, dentist trips have always been difficult for me. My trip to the hygienist (Stephanie Davis) was a very comfortable experience providing a very professional, gentle and informative appointment. Just being able to feel comfortable has made my visits less stressful. Thank you.

17th May 2026

All the staff are professional and friendly, si Im feel relaxed and confident during all my visits.

16th May 2026

Tom has a friendly personality. Talks you through treatment options. Explains everything. Very relaxed atmosphere in surgery with a lovely young smiley nurse.

16th May 2026

Tom my Dentist and his assistant are superb. Olga and her assistant Leonie? We’re equally kind and caring. A great team at Ferndown for me.

16th May 2026

Everyone working at Envisage Ferndown are so helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend friends and family to use them.

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Karen Lindsay

Have had several visits here in the past few weeks and can highly recommend the team there. The receptionists are welcoming and the treatment I received from both Hugo and Mel was first class. I was made to feel at ease and every part of the treatment was explained, they listened to my concerns and questions and showed me photos at the end to illustrate what had been done. Would particularly recommend to anyone who is nervous or anxious as they are so friendly and take the time to look after you throughout the whole visit.

15th May 2026

A very caring and experienced team.

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