POSTED UNDER All-on-4 Dental Implants Reviews
38 Years Old, Finally Making Me a Priority - Brandon, MS
UPDATED FROM psykotherapy
2 years post
Just an update
WORTH IT$37,500
It has been 2 years since I started this journey, and almost a year and a half since my finals were installed. I honestly do not even think about the fact I have this apparatus in my mouth any more, it feels totally natural and like they are truly part of my body. I have no regrets about making the decisions I did, and really love the smile I have now. Since the placement of my finals, I go back to the dentist every 4 months for a cleaning. So far they have said I am doing great and to keep whatever I am doing, because my cleanings generally only take about 20 minutes.
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UPDATED FROM psykotherapy
1 year post
Nothing but Happy
It's been over 4 months since I got my finals, and I am still super happy with my smile. It is such a confidence booster when people stop me and tell me I have beautiful teeth...and trust me, it happens a lot! Just wanted to update with some pics. We got married in March, and so glad I went through this journey and was able to give a nice wide smile on that day! I will try to get some more pictures that are more focused on my teeth, but for now, here are two from our wedding/honeymoon cruise.
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July 7, 2017
You give me hope. So happy for you:) my dental appt was set for next Tuesday, but I emailed them last night and they agreed to have me come in today, since I am having pain.
I'm gonna think positive. Hopefully I will have a beautiful painless smile like you soon.
Congrats on you wedding. You both look so happy!
July 9, 2017
Hi Jason sooooo happy you are smiling again!
Where did you have the procedure done? I have been thinking about it. would you mind sharing costs ? congratulations on your wedding.
July 9, 2017
Germany Dental in Brandon, MS. I had both top and bottom All on 4 done in Prettau Zirconia, for a cost of $37,500. The nice thing about using local, is as long as I continue my check ups/cleanings (for the first year, every 3 mos, then regular 6 months), if I ever have any problems he will correct. Sort of like a warranty.
November 12, 2017
Let me ask you. How do you find eating, chewing, speaking overall function now??
November 14, 2017
Hey there! Great question. As for speaking, no problem at all. Within 2 days my mouth/brain had adjusted to the hardware in my mouth and I spoke without any problems. Chewing and eating, I cannot say I have had but one memorable bad experience. I had ordered a Quesadilla from somewhere and had trouble biting off a piece. But I tried again at another place and had no problem, so it must have been that particular tortilla. You will get food trapped underneath, between gum and underside of the fixed bridge, and that is why a Waterpik is a MUST! No complaints at all
February 17, 2018
It needs to be open so that you can clean where the gum and implant meets. It really is never a major issue, just requires more attention. I have seen some photos of others who have more of a gap between the bridge and gum, and maybe that means less issues. Maybe that is on each individual Dr...But my Dr. prefers smaller gap.
February 17, 2018
Good to know! I figured also after healing and readjustments the gap would close up some
November 13, 2017
You look great! Congratulations!
November 14, 2017
You look SO SO SO fantastic! I am reading your story and seeing the photos, your eyes truly light up with your new teeth! Congratulations on doing something for YOU. Congratulations on your weeding and congrats on a new beautiful smile! You deserve it.
UPDATED FROM psykotherapy
6 months post
Today was magical!
I got my temporary teeth today! It feels so odd after not having teeth for almost 6 months. I only left the Dr's office about an hour ago, and I am already speaking better than when he first put them in. I will have these for about a month or a little more so I can live with them and see if we need to make any adjustments before they make the final set out of Zirconia. I am so happy. We leave for a 7 day cruise on Sunday, and I was so afraid of not having teeth while on the vacation.
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October 24, 2016
Those temps look amazing !! I'm in my temps too, I can't wait to get my permanents for me that will be May of 2017. This is a process for sure. Keep us posted on your journey and yeah so what if your teeth are Hollywood while :) they look amazing.
November 8, 2016
Thank you! It has been amazing. Random people have stopped me and told me how pretty my smile is. Never been one to get a lot of compliments, so it is such a new feeling.
Keep us updated on your journey!
Keep us updated on your journey!
November 8, 2016
Thank you for bringing us along on your journey! You look absolutely amazing and I am so thrilled for you! Your happiness just radiates through my screen and your Hollywood smile is something I am super excited to get for myself soon! Congratulations and I wish you a happy and healthy life. As the saying sort of goes,..."Good things come to those who wait." I can definitely relate to that and it will totally be worth it to me as it has been for you.
November 8, 2016
I appreciate your positive comment! I hope you allow us to follow on your journey, as well!
July 7, 2017
Look super! I just started the same procedure two weeks ago. I pray my healing is much like yours. I'm having some pain and concern about nerve damage but hoping to get that resolved on my 2 week post visit Tuesday. I'm oreads going nuts on this liquid/ soft food diet too......that's definitely the worst part!!!
February 17, 2018
Hi,
I am doing great!! I finally got used to the awkwardness of the temporaries, and am scheduled to begin my final teeth on March 13th. Dr. says I healed great. I am so ready to get this over with :)
Thanks for checking in !! I will let you know how it goes. Really excited.
I am doing great!! I finally got used to the awkwardness of the temporaries, and am scheduled to begin my final teeth on March 13th. Dr. says I healed great. I am so ready to get this over with :)
Thanks for checking in !! I will let you know how it goes. Really excited.
February 16, 2018
WOW!!!! Your smile is beautiful!!! I want this procedure so badly!! Thank you for sharing your story!!
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