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Is it true that orthodontic treatment can not be used if there is bone loss due to a gap (8mm) and in order to close the gap bone graft needs to be performed first?
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Is orthodontic work not recommended if there is 8mm bone loss?
Monday, March 28th, 2011Can I have new dentures or do I have to stick with my old ones until they wear out?
Monday, March 28th, 2011Q.
Hi, on 04-11-2011, I am scheduled to have a sinus lift bone graft on upper for lack of bone desity from past dentures. They are then after/during healing of bone graft (using human cadaver bone) to start 4 on 1 implants upper & lower. Here is my question. The integrity of my ‘Full Mouth’ dentures I have now are in need of replacement. The dentist wants to use the old dentures & keep them ‘going’ until all the bone graft & bottom-top (?) implants are placed. My concern is not only financial, but visual appearance. I do not know what the new dentures would look like. To me it makes more sence to get the bone graph, then to have new needed full dentures made (even if temporary until permanent ones are made). Then to have the implants placed. If this is done I will know how to go about planning for the expiture of having all this done without having any insurance to rely on. I am spending all my savings on this & making financial choices to make this happen. I will be 54 in Sept 2011, physically healthy & weight propotioned, if that even matters & right now on a fixed income. Hightlight my question. I have had these unfittly dentures for over 9 years. They are attractive, but have already broke in half on the bottom & I had to have a front tooth reglued on top because it fell out (eating a soft meal). Performed by a dentist. The denist has been putting tempory lining in to keep them fitted for now, they are very loose./ Another worry is more bone loss while waiting. I need someone impartial to help me understand why the dentist & perio dentist are not on the same page with this. The perio doctor said he would want new dentures if it were him. I asked him what he would want if it were him. Also if something goes wrong I will atleast have a set of complete good dentures until a solution can be resolved. My apologies for the length of this question, but I am sure I am not the only one in desperate need for a somewhat optional answer. You would indeed be of service to many for any answer to my ignorance in this & lack of knowledge with an answer/ question in this circumstance… Desperate in Midwest USA. and thank you for any help for me, in making the best decision I can.
Should I start Implant treatment?
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011Q.
I have lost several back teeth (mostly crowns) and have been told that if I lose one more then I will need a plate or further treatment.
I was wondering if it is adviseable to start implant treatment now as I have read that it takes several months for the post into the bone to settle before a crown etc can be fitted?
Also is there a list of reputable dentists who deal with this treatment. Many thanks
How much will a bone graft cost?
Friday, February 18th, 2011Q.
What approx is the costs just for a bone graft on front top gum to secure 3 implant teeth. Many thanks.
I had a molar tooth extracted and need a bone graft to replace supporting bone, will this be successful?
Thursday, January 20th, 2011Q.
In November I had a bad tooth extracted, UR7, proir to an implant. Unfortunately the extraction revealed that a lot of the supporting bone had gone, leaving insufficient to anchor an implant. I was referred to a specialist who suggested a bone graft, taking a donantion from the lower front of my jaw. I’m not keen on this solution, partly because I shall have two wounds to heal and partly because I appear to be losing bone, both in the vacinity of this upper right quadrant and in another location where I had an implant a few months ago. I would be grateful for your advice, particularly regarding the likely success of the bone graft, eg will the bone in the donor site regrow, given my history of bone loss? Thanks.
How long will i have to wait to wear a denture after my bone graft?
Monday, January 10th, 2011Q.
Hi
I had a front tooth extracted 6 months ago, and due to short roots on my front teeth, a bridge is not an option. I have a denture at the moment, but I have been told if I want an implant, I would need a bone graft first. Will the graft damage or loosen the teeth either side, and how quickly will I be able to wear my denture after the graft. Thanks
I’m scared of losing my teeth because of bone loss in my gums, can a bone graft help me?
Saturday, December 4th, 2010Q.
im 47 never smoked my mother and grandmother lost all their teeth due to loosing bone in their gums,4years ago i noticed small gap and front tooth loose,dentist refered me to birmingham but said there would be a 2 year wait,i have been attending birmingham 2 years and was told it should have been 6 weeks wait.not only have i lost bone and have a gap my front tooth is now jutting out and affects my speech,i just want the front teeth rectified im devasted and avoid going out, i have heard of bone graft what are my options i cannot go another year visiting birmingham my life is on hold.thank you
Can I have implants to fill a gap after removing a problem cyst?
Monday, November 22nd, 2010Q.
I have a bridge on my lower front middle teeth, spanning a gap where a single tooth was removed approx 5 years ago. The whole bridge is now rocking forwards and backwards slightly and x-rays reveal a cyst at the bottom of one of the supporting pegs. Implant(s) seem to be the way forward but is this possible given the cyst? If time is needed to clear up the cyst what can be done cosmetically while this healing is taking place? Thanks
Is it possible to have a bone graft if I suffer from periodontitis?
Friday, November 19th, 2010Q.
I was told a while back that I have bad peridonist and would lose my teeth and be unable to have implants as my bone would not support them, I have now had my two front upper teeth taken out and a denture fitted which I am not getting on with I have now heard that you can have treatment to enhance the jaw bone can you tell me if this is possible and the cost implications of this thanks,
I was told a while back that I have bad peridonist and would lose my teeth and be unable to have implants as my bone would not support them, I have now had my two front upper teeth taken out and a denture fitted which I am not getting on with I have now heard that you can have treatment to enhance the jaw bone can you tell me if this is possible and the cost implications of this thanks,
Is it possible to have bone grafting around my own teeth to save having dentures fitted?
Friday, November 19th, 2010Q.
I am 60 and have two wobbly teeth, as luck would have it they are the top two at the front. My dentist wants to remove and replace with a denture, but I have got quite attached to them! He tells me the bone density is not enough to hold implants. Can I have bone grafting around my own teeth to save them?,
I am 60 and have two wobbly teeth, as luck would have it they are the top two at the front. My dentist wants to remove and replace with a denture, but I have got quite attached to them! He tells me the bone density is not enough to hold implants. Can I have bone grafting around my own teeth to save them?,
