Hi, I currently have an implant on 14. 15 is rotted out and I'm awaiting to get an implant there but currently there is no tooth at all because the top part of the tooth broke off taking a nice chunk with it. I am going tomorrow to have 2 & 3 extracted. They are currently on a bridged crown. #3 is fractured and #2 is in bad shape so both need to go. The issue is, I dont know how I am going to be able to chew and process whole food with technically only one upper molar. I am VERY worried...
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Although it is a straight forward and relatively safe procedure, it is probably best to wait until after your baby is born to have your implants placed. The procedure requires that x-rays be taken before, during and after the procedure. As a baby...
Flippers ( plastic removable partial dentures) usually look very natural. Using a good lab makes a big difference. Generally the problem with them is in chewing. In this respect they are not that effective. The good news is that you are getting implants and will have an excellent final result....
Yes you can have the baby teeth and the unerupted canines removed and place implants. Depending on the position of the unerupted teeth and the ability of the surgeon, you can lose a lot of bone around the area which would compromise ideal implant placement. There are ways to erupt...