Full Arch Restoration Supported by Implant
When replacing missing teeth, there are many options to choose from, including dental implants, porcelain bridges and removable dentures. When deciding which option to choose, the pros and cons of each treatment should be weighed according to the recommendations of the dentist.
Dental implants are widely regarded as the best restoration options for missing teeth because of their aesthetic quality and durability, but considering that the cost of a single implant can be as high as 10,000 yuan, for many patients, the cost of a full mouth reconstruction It may be too high. The price of removable dentures is much cheaper, but many people have a negative view of dentures as outdated and do not want to deal with potential gum and oral irritation, or related maintenance troubles, namely removal and cleaning.
So, what if you only use six or even four implants instead of the usual eight implants to obtain a fully reconstructed arch bridge? This is the basis of the dental trend, which is called implant-supported dentures, and is branded in various ways, such as “All-on-4”, “All-on-6” and so on.
How does the restoration supported by the implant work?
The core function of the denture/bridge supported by the implant is no different from that of the traditional implant. The titanium implant is surgically placed in the jaws, where it can fuse with the surrounding bone (a process called osseointegration) and be used as an artificial tooth root. The special feature of the full arch variant supported by the implant is that the minimum number of implants supports all 14 teeth in the arch (28 teeth per full mouth). In this way, the same aesthetics and support as traditional implants can be obtained, and the arch reconstruction can be performed at a small cost.
Another difference is the placement of the implant. In the case of All-on-4 implants, to provide maximum support, two anterior implants are placed near the front of the mouth, and two posterior implants are placed farther back. The front part is placed in a traditional straight line, while the rear part is inclined at an angle of 45 degrees.
The reason for the tilt of the back foot is to avoid the need for bone grafting. If the patient does not have sufficient bone density to support the implant, this type of implant is relatively common. Therefore, the angled posterior placement of All-on-4 and other implant-supported full arch prostheses helps simplify surgery and reduce costs by removing bone grafts from the equation.
Understand the program
The surgery itself may be different, depending on the specific brand of prosthesis supported by the full arch implant you choose. But in order to understand what is involved, let’s look at the All-on-4 process step by step:
Step 1: Initial consultation to assess your oral health and determine your treatment plan. If you are a candidate for implant-supported dentures, your dentist will evaluate some of the functional and aesthetic aspects of the treatment, including the required crown length, occlusal position, etc. 3D imaging can help analyze the anatomy involved in the treatment, namely the jaw Bone to determine if any plastic surgery is needed.
Step 2: Using the 3D imaging of the oral cavity, your dentist will prepare a computer simulation treatment, which will determine the exact location of the implant for optimal support.
Step 3: The next step is to place four implants surgically. This step can also include additional procedures such as tooth extraction (if needed to make room for dental arch replacement) and bone shaping. The implant is covered with the abutment and the temporary teeth are attached until they have a chance to fuse with the jawbone. The diet must be carefully managed during the 6-8 weeks of treatment to avoid hard or chewy foods that may cause damage.
Step 4: Once the osseointegration process is completed, the temporary is removed about three months after placement. Acrylic temporary dentures are replaced with permanent fixed dentures. Recovery should be relatively quick, with minimal discomfort.
What are their prices?
There are many factors that affect the cost of All-on-4 implants or any other variants. These factors can include things like the location where the treatment is performed and whether any additional treatment is needed. (For example, patients who need tooth extraction or bone shaping may incur higher costs.)
The cost of a single implant to support the dental arch (full mouth). You may not think this is a good value. After all, it is a bit more expensive, but it is better than you want to provide a more traditional arch reconstruction solution (lack Several kinds of pills) pay much less, and live longer, oral health benefits are much longer.
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