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Question:
Implants for Shrinking Gums? I've had dentures since I was 22. I am now 61 years old.
I have totally shrinking gums and my dentures must be glued to eat or talk even.
How would a dentist do implants on me? One tooth at a time or a few teeth at one time?
How many visits would it take? .... Visitor from MI
Answer:
The only way to really tell is to have a full Panorex xray or Catscan that will show exactly where your level of bone is.
Many patients have had hybrid implants placed in areas of deficient bone. Most of the implant manufacturers have different, specialized implants for different types of bone and for use in specific locations in the jaw.
With the right diagnostics, your dentist will be able to provide you with the accurate information you are looking for. Number of implants, where they should be placed, need for bone grafting, the ability to avoid the need for grafting, etc.
There are also specialized implants for dentures that require no traditional surgery and can be placed all in one appointment. Your existing (or new) denture could be placed in one day.
Ara Nazarian, D.D.S.
Michigan Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
1857 East Big Beaver Road
Troy, Michigan MI 48083
(248) 457-0500
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