There are several different factors that may contribute to tooth loss, including old age, periodontal disease, bad dietary habits, certain medical conditions, hereditary and more. Even if you have lost all your teeth, Dr. Jae Seon Kim and Dr. Kim at Pacific Modern Dentistry can replace them with artificial teeth successfully. The most effective way to get the best-looking teeth is via a dental implant procedure. This is an oral surgery that involves embedding a screw-like prosthetic in your jawbone that acts as a tooth root. This artificial tooth root is then topped by a cap and crown, effectively restoring the function and aesthetics of your teeth. Dental implant can also help you receive an entire arch of artificial teeth in a single appointment. If you want, we can perform All-On-4 Treatment Concept or a Teeth In A Day surgery for you.What is a Teeth in a Day?
Teeth in a Day is an innovative form of oral surgery that involves the use of supported dentures. Rather than replacing each tooth with an individual dental implant or waiting months for a denture, Teeth in a Day involves only four to six implants, which are used to support a full-arch denture. Implants are placed strategically where the bone is stronger; typically that is the back of the jaw. In this way, they are very similar to All-in-4 treatment. However, with Teeth in a Day, you don’t have to be without teeth for even a day because we will provide you with temporary dentures the day you get your implants. Once your implants have been fully integrated with your jawbone, you will receive a permanent and stronger prosthetic, which will be a better, more effective, and permanent alternative to traditional dentures. Teeth in a Day is also known as Dental Implants in One Day or DIEM and can replace both missing and severely damaged teeth.
Advantages of Teeth in a Day
Teeth in a Day have several benefits over dentures and even other implant supported denture techniques:
| • | They are a fixed, more secure, and permanent replacement for dentures. |
| • | You can have a full set of teeth on the same day you have teeth extraction (if needed) and get your implants emplaced. |
| • | Teeth in a Day involves a lower number of dental appointments, thereby saving your time and money. |
| • | Only four to six implants are used to support a whole arch of teeth, which is less invasive and may be more affordable than getting an individual implant for every tooth. |
| • | Teeth in a Day are cleaned and maintained just like your regular teeth. |
| • | They are also very comfortable as they do not cause sores in the mouth or slip while you are eating or speaking. |
| • | Since the implants are tilted at an angle, this procedure can use longer implants, which increases stability, hence reducing the need for jawbone grafts. |
Am I A Good Candidate For Teeth in a Day?
Fortunately, most people can be good candidates for Teeth in a Day. These include:
| • | People who have generally good oral health. |
| • | People who do not have a medical condition, which interferes with osseointegration (fusion of the implant with the jawbone). |
| • | People who exercise good oral care. |
| • | People who do not smoke, chew tobacco, or consume excessive alcohol. |
| • | People who do not have periodontal disease. You will need to treat it first before getting this oral surgery. |
| • | People who are edentulous (completely without teeth). |
| • | People who want fixed, comfortable, and natural-looking teeth while they are getting treatment. |
| • | People who don’t want to wear dentures or dental bridges. |
If you have a lot of missing teeth, severely diseased teeth, or have long-term dental issues, Teeth in a Day may be a good option for you. We recommend you set up an appointment with us by calling us at (206)284-4505 so that we can see if you are a good candidate for Teeth in a Day.
