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Final Outcome and Summary
Firstly let me apologize for taking so long in doing my final review. I had it all completed 24th September and flew to Myrtle Beach where I was visiting friends for a week. Following that I returned home here in Florida where the hurricane was about to arrive so with everything else going on it has taken me time to catch up.
Friday 23rd September (last day) I had my final teeth fitted and set in. I had a 9 am appointment and was there until 7.15 pm that evening. It was an extremely long and an emotional day. I was concerned that I would not have enough time to have the teeth in before I left to be able to determine what adjustments needed to be made, and there are always those to be done. My first time in I had the final teeth fitted and set in permanently. Then I waited until after midday before I was seen again and had some adjustments made. Mostly the bite. Then it was after 6 pm before I saw someone again and by this time I was getting upset. There were several things that needed adjusting. I spoke with Dr Marco at this stage where he explained the process to me. It made it a lot easier to understand. He assured me that I would not leave without everything being perfect. When I left that evening he offered to pick me up personally the following morning (Saturday) before I was to fly back home and check again on everything. He did have several more adjustments to make and once completed his driver took me to the airport.
Overall: I am very happy with the results. My patience was tested many times during the whole process with waiting times etc and also, unless I asked questions I was left in the dark. I strongly suggest asking many questions along the way. I still would highly recommend Dr Marco as many others would that have used his services.
His costs are very reasonable compared to many others and he has a website where he has his prices listed.
I booked my flights and accommodation through Travelocity. Both trips I chose to stay at Hotel Suites Cristina which I highly recommend. The rooms have a small kitchen, living area. Staff are lovely and rooms are clean. They also have a fabulous Italian restaurant on site.
In all my teeth cost $14500 (all on 6 upper and lower), my airfare from Myrtle Beach Sc and accommodation ( 7 nights 1st trip and 13 nights 2nd trip) a total of $2588 and I allowed expenses of around $50 US per day.
I hope this helps many others that are contemplating getting dental implants!!.
Friday 23rd September (last day) I had my final teeth fitted and set in. I had a 9 am appointment and was there until 7.15 pm that evening. It was an extremely long and an emotional day. I was concerned that I would not have enough time to have the teeth in before I left to be able to determine what adjustments needed to be made, and there are always those to be done. My first time in I had the final teeth fitted and set in permanently. Then I waited until after midday before I was seen again and had some adjustments made. Mostly the bite. Then it was after 6 pm before I saw someone again and by this time I was getting upset. There were several things that needed adjusting. I spoke with Dr Marco at this stage where he explained the process to me. It made it a lot easier to understand. He assured me that I would not leave without everything being perfect. When I left that evening he offered to pick me up personally the following morning (Saturday) before I was to fly back home and check again on everything. He did have several more adjustments to make and once completed his driver took me to the airport.
Overall: I am very happy with the results. My patience was tested many times during the whole process with waiting times etc and also, unless I asked questions I was left in the dark. I strongly suggest asking many questions along the way. I still would highly recommend Dr Marco as many others would that have used his services.
His costs are very reasonable compared to many others and he has a website where he has his prices listed.
I booked my flights and accommodation through Travelocity. Both trips I chose to stay at Hotel Suites Cristina which I highly recommend. The rooms have a small kitchen, living area. Staff are lovely and rooms are clean. They also have a fabulous Italian restaurant on site.
In all my teeth cost $14500 (all on 6 upper and lower), my airfare from Myrtle Beach Sc and accommodation ( 7 nights 1st trip and 13 nights 2nd trip) a total of $2588 and I allowed expenses of around $50 US per day.
I hope this helps many others that are contemplating getting dental implants!!.
Tuesday 20th Sept
This week I have had an appointment yesterday and today to date.
Yesterday was to see if the duplicate of my permanent needed any changes. Yes, it felt too big so they made some changes. I was happy with the look of it though.
I went back again today for another fitting and there were still a few minor changes to make.
Overall I am happy with my bite and look. I just need the fitting to be more comfortable, shaved of in certain areas to make my speech better and an added gum part to cover some implants etc.
I also might add that both yesterday and today were extremely busy in the office which made my waits very long. Today in all I waited 4 hours..
My next appointment is not until Thursday now when I get my actual permanents fitted. Any minor adjustments can still be made. Am nervous and hopeful all will go well.
I am attaching pics of the copy of my permanents they have been working on to get the fitting right.
Yesterday was to see if the duplicate of my permanent needed any changes. Yes, it felt too big so they made some changes. I was happy with the look of it though.
I went back again today for another fitting and there were still a few minor changes to make.
Overall I am happy with my bite and look. I just need the fitting to be more comfortable, shaved of in certain areas to make my speech better and an added gum part to cover some implants etc.
I also might add that both yesterday and today were extremely busy in the office which made my waits very long. Today in all I waited 4 hours..
My next appointment is not until Thursday now when I get my actual permanents fitted. Any minor adjustments can still be made. Am nervous and hopeful all will go well.
I am attaching pics of the copy of my permanents they have been working on to get the fitting right.
Friday 16th Sept
11am appointment today. I went in and needed to have another bite impression.
I had a good talk with Dr Marco about the process ahead and he answered all my questions and made me feel a lot at ease after I was able to understand the process more.
One thing to remember is that we cannot compare to others as we are all different with different shapes and needs etc. This I understood now.
I was then asked to go back at 5pm where Dr Marco would show me a 3-d impression in the lab of what they proposed based on what I had requested.
It was a long wait again but well worth it when I went up to the lab to see the design of my teeth. As it turns out, my idea was not exactly going to be the best option of which Dr Marco explained and showed me. I trust him with his experience and advice and he made a lot of sense in his explanations. .
Taking into consideration that my mouth is so small, also the lack of bone, the shrinking of my gums which add to aging, lines etc, I am wanting the best possible look I can achieve. What is great is that they are going to do an acrylic mold first so I can try it and make changes if needed which is fantastic so I can actually feel it in my mouth and see it visually.
Once I have approved all then they will move forward and start making the zirconia bridges for me.
I have a 3pm appointment Monday so will keep you posted with the next update after then.
Have a great weekend!!
I had a good talk with Dr Marco about the process ahead and he answered all my questions and made me feel a lot at ease after I was able to understand the process more.
One thing to remember is that we cannot compare to others as we are all different with different shapes and needs etc. This I understood now.
I was then asked to go back at 5pm where Dr Marco would show me a 3-d impression in the lab of what they proposed based on what I had requested.
It was a long wait again but well worth it when I went up to the lab to see the design of my teeth. As it turns out, my idea was not exactly going to be the best option of which Dr Marco explained and showed me. I trust him with his experience and advice and he made a lot of sense in his explanations. .
Taking into consideration that my mouth is so small, also the lack of bone, the shrinking of my gums which add to aging, lines etc, I am wanting the best possible look I can achieve. What is great is that they are going to do an acrylic mold first so I can try it and make changes if needed which is fantastic so I can actually feel it in my mouth and see it visually.
Once I have approved all then they will move forward and start making the zirconia bridges for me.
I have a 3pm appointment Monday so will keep you posted with the next update after then.
Have a great weekend!!