Implant Treatment in Multiple Tooth Deficiencies

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In the case of multiple missing teeth, treatment is performed using implant-supported bridges or individual implants.

Individual Implants

An implant is placed in place of each missing tooth.
It requires more time and cost, but provides excellent results in terms of aesthetics and function.

Bridge Type Prostheses

Implants are strategically placed in place of the missing teeth and the gaps in between are closed with bridge prostheses.
For example, in the case of 3 missing teeth, 2 implants can be placed and a bridge can be made.

Application Stages

The bone condition and prosthesis design are determined.
The required number of implants are placed under local anesthesia.
It is waited for 2–6 months for the implants to fuse with the bone.
Fixed or removable prostheses are mounted on the implants.

Advantages

With the completion of lost teeth, aesthetics and chewing function are regained.
Adjacent teeth are not damaged.
Provides more comfortable use compared to removable prostheses.

Who Can Apply?

It is applied in those with sufficient bone volume and density, and in patients with high aesthetic and functional concerns.
In patients without sufficient bone support, the application is made by adding bone grafts.
In this case, it is necessary to wait a little longer for osseointegration, that is, the fusion of the implant with the bone.