Teeth In a day with Dental Implants

Teeth In a day with Dental Implants

Dr Naveed Patel is very experienced at providing the ‘Teeth In A Day On Dental Implants’ treatment procedure and has improved the quality of life for many of his patients with this solution.

Many patients report this treatment solution has been truly life changing. In essence you attend the dental clinic for one main day of treatment. By the end of the day you leave with a fully fixed set of teeth unlocking confidence and a beautiful smile many thought they would never have again. Before the main day all the planning is carried out. After the procedure you will be reviewed at intervals to make sure everything is ok giving you the peace of mind that you are in good caring hands.

In most cases 4 dental implants are needed (known as the All on 4 technique) to restore a full jaw with a set of teeth. Occasionally 6 dental implants are required (if so, this will be discussed with you at the planning stage). A permanent fixed bridge is then fitted to these implants.

The Stages Of Treatment

CONSULTATION

Dr Naveed will provide a comprehensive examination to evaluate your suitability for dental implants, take digital x-rays or a CT scan so that the quality of your bone can be assessed. Dental implants rely on solid foundations of bone therefore adequate bone is required for this treatment. The x-ray images are also used to plan the direction of where the implant is placed. A treatment plan, consent and final cost breakdown will be presented to you.

PLANNING

You will attend 2 or 3 short appointments to do all the planning for the immediate teeth that will go on to the dental implants on the day of the surgery. The appearance and colour will all be confirmed with you (this can be changed at a later date if wish for changes).

SURGERY

The surgery is planned using all the information from the assessment. We will know which size implant we need to use and if any other supporting treatment is required such as a bone graft. The surgery is performed under local anaesthetics and patients can be sedated if very nervous. Post-operative care and instructions are given verbally and in writing. Medication is prescribed if needed.

Once the implants are placed you will be given time to rest. Our expert technician will be on site on the day to finalise your provisional teeth. Once ready these will be fitted to your dental implants. You leave the clinic with a full set of fixed teeth with a brand new smile and bite. You will be provided with aftercare instructions verbally and in writing.

AFTERCARE

We will usually see you 2-3 weeks after surgery to make sure you are ok and getting use to your new teeth.

FINAL TEETH

3-4 months later, once the dental implants are fully integrated in your mouth, your provisional teeth are removed and replaced by the final set of teeth created by our master ceramist. You will be included in the shape, size and colour of the teeth and smile if you are wishing for any changes from the provisional teeth that were fitted on the day of the surgery.

After a period of about 3-6 months your final teeth are fabricated by our All-on-4 technician and fitted once your implants are fully integrated into your jaw.

The ideal candidates for the Teeth In A Day on Dental Implants are individuals that:

• Have no teeth.
• Unhappy with dentures.
• Suffer from loose dentures.
• Suffer from severe periodontal gum disease.
• Have failing bridges and crowns.
• Have been told that they need bone grafting for implants.

The advantages of the Teeth in A Day on Dental Implants are:

• In most cases only 4 implants are required, occasionally 6. Historically 8 to 10 implants would be used.
• You leave with a fixed set of teeth on the day of the surgery and therefore do not need to wear a denture at any stage again. Traditionally you would have to wear a denture whilst the implants healed, this is no longer the case.
• Often we can avoid the need for expensive and traumatic bone grafting and sinus lifting procedures.
• Quicker than traditional treatment times.
• Cheaper than traditional full arch fixed bridge techniques.
• Prevents further bone loss in the jaw and thus helps maintain facial features.
• Improves function, the ability to eat food and improves speech.
• Provides a huge amount of confidence knowing your teeth are permanently fitted in your mouth and many patients report improved social lives.

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