Have dental implants or palate expansion? Or both?

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I am a 43 year old female and I've been addressing recent elongation of face with fillers etc. Face was not long before. As background, I lost 4 of the 5 teeth in upper rear jaw over the past 5 years. Would facial aesthetics ( cheeks and facial width etc.) improve more with: 1. dental implants, 2. palate expansion? 3. Or both? If I did palate expansion, should I have implants put in first?

Brad Lockhart, DDS · Answer

It is impossible to give you a definitive response without more information but first let me say that arch development is certainly a viable option, if indicated. I do arch development on patients your age and older EVERY DAY. Do NOT let a doctor tell you that arch development is not possible after the jaw stops growing; this misnomer has long-since been disproved. If you are missing multiple posterior teeth and require arch development you will probably need implants placed first in order to give the arch development appliance something to grab onto so it stays in your mouth. Good luck!

Arnoldo Anglada, DDS · Answer

Thank  you, Dental implants  followed by  crowns. Need to see ex rays   to make a full examine.  Good luck with your search .

Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD · Answer

arch expansion - there r two types of arch expansion. bone or teeth. bone expansion is not possible as yr age is 43. it is possible only with additional palatal surgery. dental expansion is possible. but issue is- u do not have teeth in posterior segment. its my advice to upload pics so i can guide u better. as yr question is regarding facial /aesthetic improvement so pics > MUST.

Vicki Borowski, DDS · Answer

Unfortunately it is impossible to answer your question without more documentation. Pictures before tooth loss and current ones and x-rays would be a good start. I suggest visiting with an orthodontist to discuss your concerns. They should be able to help you understand your options.

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