I had the privilege of treating an extraordinary patient who demonstrated unwavering dedication by traveling over an hour for each visit, one way, to seek our dental expertise. This case was particularly challenging, and while previous dental professionals had rejected it, we were determined to provide the best care possible. We take pride in our exceptional skills, which made a significant difference in this patient's life.

The patient's dental history involved two upper front teeth that had been missing for over 20 years. They were initially restored with a 4-unit bridge. Unfortunately, a traumatic incident occurred when the patient was head-butted by one of the dogs she cared for as part of her charity work, which assists disabled individuals. This incident resulted in one of the retainer teeth of the bridge fracturing at the gum level, necessitating the extraction of the entire bridge.

As a temporary solution, we replaced the bridge with an immediate denture while waiting for the bone to shrink and heal. Creating adequate space for the implants to be placed and restored was one of the key challenges in this complex case.

The patient strongly disliked the upper denture and eagerly anticipated the conversion into an implant bridge. After around 12 months of waiting for the bone to heal, we finally had enough space to place the implants. Our exceptional surgeon, Dr. Sam Mohammed, skillfully performed this step despite the thin bone, ensuring precise placement at crucial positions.

The patient's primary desire was to have very natural-looking teeth, similar to her previous bridge. As evidenced by the after pictures, the patient was absolutely thrilled and extremely grateful for eliminating the "horrid dentures," as she described them. This case demonstrates the transformative power of dental care and how it can greatly enhance a patient's quality of life and self-esteem. We were honored to be part of this remarkable journey.