Can I Have Multiple Implants Without Fake Gum?

The shrinkage of your gums will depend on the amount of bone lost from (if any) current or past periodontal disease (deep pockets) or if they are extracted atraumatically to avoid any bone loss from trauma.

 

 

 

When there is a lot bone loss prior to extraction of teeth, it is common to get gum shrinkage and extra space. Once implants are placed, extra space requires longer implant crowns which may look unnatural.  In this case, there are 2 ways to correct the problem: either with pink porcelain around crowns or pink acrylic around crowns, depending on what restorative treatment is chosen.  To know whether you require this or not, there are several diagnostic steps that need to be completed. If you feel that you need a second opinion, visit a periodontist for a consultation. 

Best,

Dr. Aalam

I agree with all the previous answers!  There are so many ways to restore/ Fill your mouth with new teeth, that it might be easier to ask what you are getting done.  You can do the full denture over the implants, you can do the denture snapping on a bar, you can do a Fixed bridge over a bar; just to name a few.

I recommend getting a second opinion and talk to specialist, periodontist and prosthodontist can give you different opinion and techniques.  They are all good, depends on the dentist's philosophy.

 

Hope this Helps,

Dr. David Silber

Mapleshade Dental Care