The long row of dentures fell off along with the roots! Beware of bacterial infections! Medically recommended "All-on-4" treatment may be a remedy
His dentures were damaged and he almost got an oral infection! Medical “1 treatment” timely remedy
As we age, it is inevitable to start getting dentures and dental implants when we enter middle-aged and elderly people. However, even if you switch to dentures, you still cannot take it lightly, especially if the implants are still damaged after being used for a period of time. Mr. Hong, who is over 70 years old, found that his originally made dentures began to become damaged and infected, and the long-term bleeding and inflammation affected his daily life. He was worried that they might fall off at any time or even cause serious complications, so he decided to face the problem and adopt “full mouth reconstruction”.
The quality of full-mouth reconstruction has a significant impact on the quality of life of the elderly. For this reason, Mr. Hong, who is from Yilan, traveled thousands of miles to Kaohsiung to undergo the surgery. Dr. Deng Haoxiang, the director of Chengxin Dental Clinic, said that after taking into account the patient’s age, physical condition and the degree of implant damage, and making a joint decision with the patient, “All-on-4/6” full-mouth reconstruction can not only reduce the risk of infection, but also reduce the risk of infection. The lowest price, and the treatment can be completed within one day, eliminating the need to wait for half a year. It also avoids problems caused by secondary infections and bridging treatments.
What is the difference between “All-on-4” and traditional dental implants? Can surgery be performed without bone replacement?
Dr. Deng Haoxiang explained that “All-on-4/6” is a more common full-mouth reconstruction technology today. Compared with traditional single-jaw full-mouth reconstruction dental implants, All-on-4/6 only needs to be inserted into the alveolar bone. 4-6 tooth roots; traditional single-jaw full-mouth reconstruction requires at least 8-10 implants. The scope of bone replacement increases with the size of the bone defect at the implant site, which not only requires multiple surgeries, treatments and a long waiting time for denture production It is long and relatively expensive.
In addition, traditional full-mouth dental implant reconstruction requires frequent adjustments during the bone filling stage and temporary dentures. There will be a window period during the treatment phase for bite force. All-on-4/6 uses the mechanical design of a diagonal bridge to evenly support the entire set of dentures. The implants are directly implanted into its own good bone structure. There is no need to add foreign bone powder, and it also avoids affecting the maxillary sinus cavity and the important points in the oral cavity. Nerve, using a special composite abutment to correct the angle between the implant and the denture. The position, angle and depth of each implant depend entirely on the judgment of professional doctors.
Dr. Deng Haoxiang pointed out that people like Mr. Hong, who have had defects or bacterial infection in the dental implant structure before, can still complete the one-time operation on the same day of treatment and wear the implant without the need for bone replacement or only a small amount of bone replacement. The biting force is close to the original temporary dentures. If the maxillary bone is severely atrophied or the maxillary bone is lost due to accident, the doctor will evaluate the use of “zygomatic bone implant” and “pterygoid bone implant” surgery, which can also achieve very good therapeutic effects.
How long do full-mouth reconstructed dentures last? These behaviors will reduce the life of dentures
Why do early dentures or implants develop defects after years of use? Dr. Deng Haoxiang explained that the service life of dentures is affected by factors such as material, technology, and cleaning habits. “For example, if the occlusal force of the dentures is not distributed properly, the denture implants may be easily damaged due to uneven force. In addition, if the dentist does not have a good grasp of the patient’s oral condition, such as improper implant depth and denture It is indeed easy to cause improper cleaning, leading to inflammation of the gum soft tissue and shortening the service life.”
Furthermore, there will be price differences between different denture implants due to differences in structural design, materials, etc. The price difference may be five to dozens of times. For example, plastic steel teeth are cheap but not as beautiful and durable as all-ceramic crown dentures. Resin gums are also more susceptible to plaque adhesion than zirconia materials. In addition, patients should avoid bad habits after treatment, including smoking, drinking spirits, or chewing betel nut, to reduce the risk of oral inflammation. They should avoid irritating foods or chewing hard foods such as sugar cane, ice, or bones immediately after surgery.
What are the postoperative precautions for full mouth reconstruction? With proper maintenance, there is a chance of “lifetime use”?
It should be noted that after complete oral reconstruction surgery, you must pay more attention to oral hygiene. If food and dental plaque accumulate around the implant, it may cause gum inflammation, bleeding, and even damage the alveolar bone, shortening the life of the implant. It is recommended that dentures should be cleaned with a soft-bristled toothbrush, along with cleaning tools such as a dental rinser and dental floss. If you have the habit of grinding your teeth while sleeping, you should follow the doctor’s instructions and wear a bite splint to avoid damage to the implant dentures.
Dr. Deng Haoxiang reminded that in terms of daily care, it is recommended to return to the clinic regularly to maintain dentures. For example, sandblasting and scaling can help clean the corners that are difficult to reach with a toothbrush. In general, if you can follow the doctor’s instructions for cleaning and maintenance after surgery, and go back for regular check-ups and evaluate the oral condition, you can ensure that the full-mouth reconstruction implants are stable and long-lasting; generally speaking, they can last for more than decades; they can even be used for a lifetime. .
How to choose a hospital for total mouth reconstruction? It is better to have a complete denture production team and health education team
How to choose a full mouth reconstruction hospital that suits you? Dr. Deng Haoxiang believes that patients need to make a comprehensive and careful evaluation when choosing a hospital to visit; in particular, the education and experience of the attending physician should be given priority, because the professionalism of performing full-mouth reconstruction surgery is the most important factor affecting treatment. It is recommended that you inquire about the denture manufacturing process used by the hospital before surgery. Dental institutions have strict quality control from consultation and explanation, health education and maintenance, to denture production.
In addition to ensuring the quality of dentures, follow-up maintenance is also more secure. You can observe whether the hospital has a complete denture production line and a health education team to provide health education consultation to maintain good postoperative care; or pay attention to whether the hospital provides full digital rapid With dental technology, preoperative assessment, tooth root implantation, full digital impression taking and denture fitting can be completed in one day, which is expected to significantly save patients’ valuable time.
Dr. Deng Haoxiang said that there is currently a huge gap in the price of full-mouth reconstruction in the market, and some only provide “template treatment” plans, which cannot meet the needs of individual patients in terms of bone and soft tissue coordination, bite force distribution, and facial aesthetics. In fact, some patients can achieve their bite adjustment goals through partial dental implants and correction, and it is not necessarily necessary to extract all the teeth. Therefore, it is better to choose a hospital that provides multiple treatment options based on individual needs, in line with treatment budget and schedule considerations.
Mr. Hong said that he was very satisfied with the treatment. The surgery, dental implants, impressions and fittings were completed in one day, and he did not have to worry about the dentures falling off in the future. I appeal to everyone who has oral problems not to put it off, especially now that the average life expectancy has increased due to aging. Good teeth affect the health of the whole body, and receiving correct treatment as early as possible is the way to maintain oral health for a long time.
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