No more dentures for me - Thank you!


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I had the pleasure of working with a remarkably understanding and appreciative patient who had previously undergone several implant procedures elsewhere. Unfortunately, one of their left upper lateral teeth was in a state of severe deterioration and beyond salvage, necessitating extraction.
During the extraction process, we also utilized a socket preservation method, which involves filling the extraction socket with bone particles. This procedure helps prevent bone loss in the area, which is essential for maintaining the site's future implant stability.
While the healing process was ongoing, we provided the patient, Mr. X, who is a former policeman, with a temporary denture. However, Mr. X had a strong aversion to dentures, and as a result, he endured a toothless smile for a period of 6 months.
Fortunately, after the appropriate healing period, we were able to replace the lost tooth with a single implant crown. This crown was meticulously designed to perfectly match all of the surrounding teeth, achieving a seamless and natural appearance. The satisfaction of both the patient and the dental team was palpable, and we were delighted to have been able to restore Mr. X's smile and confidence. This case highlights the significance of understanding patient preferences and providing tailored solutions to meet their unique needs and concerns.
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Patient Background:
The patient was described as remarkably understanding and appreciative.
The patient had previously undergone several implant procedures elsewhere.
Patient Concerns:
The patient had a failing left upper lateral tooth that was beyond salvage, necessitating extraction.
The aversion to dentures was a significant concern for the patient , but as all the adjacent teeth were restored with implants we were not left with much of a choice.
Treatment:
The treatment involved the extraction of the failing left upper lateral tooth.
A socket preservation method was employed, where the extraction socket was filled with bone particles to prevent bone loss in the area.
A temporary denture was provided to the patient during the healing phase, which lasted for 6 months.
Following the healing period, the lost tooth was replaced with a single implant crown that was carefully matched to the surrounding teeth.
Outcome:
The patient's toothless smile was successfully restored, and the implant crown perfectly matched the surrounding teeth.
Both the patient and the dental team were highly satisfied with the outcome.
This case highlights the challenges faced by patients with aversions to dentures and the successful replacement of a failing tooth with an implant-supported crown. The patient's patience and cooperation during the treatment process contributed to the successful restoration of their smile and dental function , with a very reassuring comment when we finished ‘ that we were the best practice he had ever been to!!’