Irene Brandes, DDS, PC
Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry
Creating Beautiful Smiles In New York

Full Arch Dental Implants

ALL TEETH MISSING


Before dental implants, there was no fixed solution available for people who lost all their teeth. Today, it is possible to replace a full jaw with dental implants and a fixed bridge that results in a permanent, stable and high esthetic solution.

  • Lets you eat and function like having natural teeth
  • A solid, stable solution.
  • Preserves your facial appearance and prevents bone loss 


 

 

 

COURSE OF TREATMENT

INSTALLING THE FIXED BRIDGE– STEP-BY-STEP

The course of treatment described here is one of several options available. Consult your dentist to find out what the best solution is for you, given your specific condition.

   
1: Before the procedure
The dentist determines what needs to be done and prepares both himself and the patient for the coming treatment procedure.		 2: Installing the implants
The first step is installing dental implants to replace the lost tooth roots. In this example, five implants are used. Temporary teeth are attached that enable you to eat and function like normal while waiting for the permanent bridge to be installed.

   
3: Attaching the bridge
The final bridge is securely installed on top of the implants. With a full jaw replacement like this, it normally takes 2-3 visits to have the bridge completely attached.		 4: End result
Your new teeth should be hard to tell from natural.People who have had traditional dentures before getting a fixed bridge often describe this as an overwhelming and very positive experience.

 

 
ALTERNATIVES TO A FIXED BRIDGE

  An alternative to a fixed bridge is a removable overdenture, which is anchored on implants. The old fashioned denture has many disadvantages and should be avoided if possible.
  Removable, implant anchored overdenture
A removable full denture that is connected to either a ball or bar attachment, which in turn is anchored on two or more implants in the front part of the jaw.

The implants help keep the denture in place and provide better function and comfort. Cost is usually the reason why this solution is chosen over a fixed bridge – although the end result can’t be compared.
  Removable full denture
A denture that is loosely placed on top of the gum to cover the lost teeth. This alternative has no real advantages – except for its low price and easy installation.

The disadvantages are many: discomfort in eating, poor esthetics, affected speech, and sore gums from denture movement. Moreover, a full denture placed in the upper jaw severely reduces the sense of taste.

 

Testimonials

Dr. Brandes is not just my colleagues but also my Dentist. She is wonderful. Very smart and professional. Highly recommend her. If you need a good Dentist on Manhattan you know where to go.

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Best dentist in the area, bar none. Her staff is reliable and efficient. Most importantly, they are very understanding of unexpected cancellations. I've also never been apprehensive of any treatment here knowing that I'm being treated by someone who is very knowledgeable and equally skilled. Dr. Brandes has a pleasant demeanor and is always making sure I am fully apprised of the treatment she plans. For me, although the office is somewhat out of the way, it's definitely worth every minute of the commute to be treated by Dr. Brandes.

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