Hi I have had 2 implants in my upper to hold my denture. After about 4 months the left side implant came out went back and they replaced it then 3 months later the left implant came out again and now the right side implant has come out. The Dentist won't help me he is saying I need all on 4 upper for it to work. Should he give me my money back?
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Zirconium is a transitional metal, so "pick your metal". It corrodes as well, just differently. I am not aware of any reports of corrosion ever causing problems with titanium implants (implant problems are for other reasons). Zirc also has a higher fracture rate (not "just as strong"...
Implants ARE the
permanent solution! However, you may need some time for the bone to heal before
immediately placing the implants into your mouth. You would also want a
prosthesis to fill in the open space while implants are healing, before they
can support a bridge. A temporary flipper or upper...
If even the mini
implants will go into your sinus, then it sounds like you are in need of a
serious sinus lift procedure before any type of implant can be placed. Implants
must never perforate the sinus cavity, otherwise you will find the implant
failing, and experience severe complications. If...