I have had All-on-4 upper and lower 10 weeks ago (with temp bridge). I have been back to the lab technician and discussed the changes I would like for the permanent teeth eg less upper plastic gum showing, whistling noise etc. I am not very happy with the sensation, tightness and dull che and other niggly things. I am wondering if at this stage I can change from permanent bridges to removal bridges using the All-on-4 implants installed fitted 10 weeks ago?
Answer: All on Four Hello,It appears that you are still in the temporary stage of the hybrid prosthesis. The final all on four hybrid is much more comfortable and superior in appearance. I would not give up just yet on the all on four. If for some reason you decide to switch to a removable, it will cost you much more to change the prosthesis as you will need locator attachments. I suggest you discuss your concerns with your dentist as soon as possible.
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Answer: All on Four Hello,It appears that you are still in the temporary stage of the hybrid prosthesis. The final all on four hybrid is much more comfortable and superior in appearance. I would not give up just yet on the all on four. If for some reason you decide to switch to a removable, it will cost you much more to change the prosthesis as you will need locator attachments. I suggest you discuss your concerns with your dentist as soon as possible.
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Answer: Your temporary All-on-4 bridge If you had a temporary All-on-4 bridge 10 weeks ago, your gum has likely changed shape and the bridge may also not have been designed as a final bridge would be. Hopefully changes in the final design can address your concerns. Usually you would not be having a dull ache at this stage, so you need to discuss that with your treating dentist. It's important you see the treating dentist, not the technician, about your concerns, so that they can be diagnosed and addressed appropriately. Hopefully you can get a good outcome without needing to consider a removable denture, which would have its own pros and cons.
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Answer: Your temporary All-on-4 bridge If you had a temporary All-on-4 bridge 10 weeks ago, your gum has likely changed shape and the bridge may also not have been designed as a final bridge would be. Hopefully changes in the final design can address your concerns. Usually you would not be having a dull ache at this stage, so you need to discuss that with your treating dentist. It's important you see the treating dentist, not the technician, about your concerns, so that they can be diagnosed and addressed appropriately. Hopefully you can get a good outcome without needing to consider a removable denture, which would have its own pros and cons.
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August 8, 2017
Answer: It is best to decide removable vs fixed early on It is definitely possible, but there is bound to be a fee for the lab charges your dentist has already spent. Also, you will have to undergo several more appointments to get the removable prosthetics to fit correctly.
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August 8, 2017
Answer: It is best to decide removable vs fixed early on It is definitely possible, but there is bound to be a fee for the lab charges your dentist has already spent. Also, you will have to undergo several more appointments to get the removable prosthetics to fit correctly.
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July 14, 2017
Answer: All on 4 Denture I agree with the response from Dr. Barsky below. In addition, I do hear patients at times requesting a removable prosthesis over a bar structure which is attached to the implants but mainly it is due to concerns regarding hygiene. If a final All on 4 prosthesis is properly adapted to the soft tissues, there really should be minimal to no significant problems in terms of home care.
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July 14, 2017
Answer: All on 4 Denture I agree with the response from Dr. Barsky below. In addition, I do hear patients at times requesting a removable prosthesis over a bar structure which is attached to the implants but mainly it is due to concerns regarding hygiene. If a final All on 4 prosthesis is properly adapted to the soft tissues, there really should be minimal to no significant problems in terms of home care.
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July 10, 2017
Answer: Changing from a fixed to removable prosthesis Hi and thank you for your question. The answer to your question is yes. I certainly agree with the answers submitted by the other doctors. If I may add just a few things, with a removable denture there are some risks that you have to assume. If for any reason you drop your prosthesis while handling it, you will face an extra cost of replacing this prosthesis. If you loose it or your pet uses it as a toy, you again will face an extra cost to replaced it.
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July 10, 2017
Answer: Changing from a fixed to removable prosthesis Hi and thank you for your question. The answer to your question is yes. I certainly agree with the answers submitted by the other doctors. If I may add just a few things, with a removable denture there are some risks that you have to assume. If for any reason you drop your prosthesis while handling it, you will face an extra cost of replacing this prosthesis. If you loose it or your pet uses it as a toy, you again will face an extra cost to replaced it.
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June 29, 2017
Answer: Yes you can change to removable, but....... Yes, you can change to a removable prosthesis, but I don't think your issue is fixed vs. removable. You mentioned that you would like to have less plastic gum showing, but that is caused more by wrong tooth position vs. being a fixed prosthesis. In addition, if the teeth are not in the correct position, you can suffer from excessive whistling whether the prosthesis is fixed or removable. These issues are easily correctable when your doctor and the lab are making your new final fixed prosthesis.
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June 29, 2017
Answer: Yes you can change to removable, but....... Yes, you can change to a removable prosthesis, but I don't think your issue is fixed vs. removable. You mentioned that you would like to have less plastic gum showing, but that is caused more by wrong tooth position vs. being a fixed prosthesis. In addition, if the teeth are not in the correct position, you can suffer from excessive whistling whether the prosthesis is fixed or removable. These issues are easily correctable when your doctor and the lab are making your new final fixed prosthesis.
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