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Dental prostheses
Restoring Function and Aesthetics
Dental prostheses are artificial devices designed to replace missing teeth and restore both function and aesthetics. These devices play a critical role in improving patients' quality of life by enabling them to eat, speak, and smile confidently.
- Dentures: Removable prosthetics that replace entire arches of missing teeth. Complete dentures are used when all teeth are absent, while partial dentures replace specific missing teeth.
- Dental Bridges: Fixed prostheses that replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent natural teeth, providing stability and restoring function.
- Dental Implants: Titanium posts surgically placed in the jawbone to support crowns or bridges, offering a permanent solution to tooth loss that closely resembles natural teeth.
Types of Dental Prostheses:
- Dentures: Removable prosthetics that replace all or some missing teeth.
- Dental Bridges: Fixed solutions that anchor to adjacent teeth, filling gaps.
- Dental Implants: Titanium posts embedded in the jaw, supporting crowns or bridges.
Benefits:
- Improved chewing and speaking abilities, allowing for a more enjoyable eating experience.
- Enhanced facial aesthetics and self-esteem by restoring the natural smile, positively impacting social interactions.
- Long-term solutions for missing teeth, particularly with the stability and permanence of implants, which help maintain jawbone health.
Recovery and Aftercare:
- For implants, a soft diet during healing ensures success.
- Routine cleaning and occasional adjustments help maintain function and comfort.
Dental Prostheses Healing Stages
The healing process for dental prostheses, particularly after the placement of dentures, bridges, or implants, involves stages that vary depending on the type of prosthetic used.
| Stage | Description of Process | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fitting | The dentist fits the prosthesis, ensuring comfort and proper alignment. | 1-2 hours |
| Adjustment Period | Patients may need several adjustments as they become accustomed to the prosthesis. | 1-2 weeks |
| Bone Integration (for implants) | In the case of implants, the titanium posts integrate with the jawbone during osseointegration. | 3-6 months |
| Final Restoration | Once healing is complete, the final restoration (crown, denture adjustment) is placed. | 1-2 hours |
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