Full-mouth Rehabilitation

Modern dentistry makes it possible to restore aesthetics and full speech and chewing function to a person who has lost all or most of their teeth. This is achieved through full-mouth implant-supported prosthetics. Patients with partial or complete tooth loss often don't know which restoration option to choose. This information on full-mouth prosthetics will be especially useful.

The implant-supported prosthetics method at Digital Dental Clinic offers the most natural possible tooth restoration, tailored to each patient's individual characteristics. This method is used when most teeth have been lost, or when old dentures need replacing. As a person ages, the shape of their face changes, and prosthetic restorations placed earlier can become uncomfortable, making it difficult to chew. Implant-supported prosthetics is also effective in cases of severe tooth wear or when there are many old fillings and crowns.

Full-mouth prosthetics — when it's needed

Comprehensive tooth restoration brings back the harmony and aesthetics of a smile, restores normal chewing and speech, and restores confidence when speaking with others. When is full-mouth prosthetics needed:

• complete or nearly complete tooth loss;
• when individual teeth can't be restored;
• dissatisfaction with removable dentures.

When teeth are missing or severely worn, the bite becomes misaligned, facial proportions change, and the chewing muscles work incorrectly. Dental prosthetics restores jaw balance and reduces strain on the muscles, helping a person avoid pain and overload of the temporomandibular joint. Restoring the natural size and shape of teeth after they've lost their anatomical form improves chewing comfort and gives the smile back its aesthetics.

All-on-4 and All-on-6 — modern protocols for full-mouth prosthetics

The All-on-4 and All-on-6 protocols are modern prosthetic methods in which a fixed prosthesis is anchored on 4 or 6 implants. Features of the protocols:

FeatureAll-on-4All-on-6Number of implants4 implants6 implantsPlacement2 vertical implants in front, 2 angled in the lateral areasevenly distributed across the jawWhen it's usedwhen bone volume is limitedwhen there's sufficient bone volume for greater stability of the restorationAdvantagesthe angled placement of implants avoids the need for bone grafting surgery; temporary crowns can be placed as early as 1–3 days after implant placementbetter distribution of chewing load

The All-on-4 protocol is less expensive due to the smaller number of titanium implant bases. These technologies make it possible to restore an entire arch of teeth at once, rather than placing each implant separately.

Implant-supported prosthetics — advantages over removable dentures

Implant-supported dental prosthetics offers a number of advantages compared to removable devices. Full-mouth dental implantation provides:

• reliable stability;
• natural chewing;
• preservation of bone tissue;
• aesthetics and comfort.

Implant-supported prosthetics provides maximum stability — the prosthesis won't shift while speaking or eating. Because the titanium posts evenly transfer chewing loads to the jawbone, the bone tissue maintains its volume. With partial prosthetics for back teeth, the patient's own teeth aren't affected, since they don't serve as the foundation for the restoration and don't need to be ground down.

Full-mouth dental prosthetics — stages of treatment at DDC Clinic

Implant-supported prosthetics solves many problems. It restores speech, chewing, and aesthetic function, eliminates jaw discomfort and pain, and changes facial aesthetics. How the implant prosthetics process works at DDC Clinic:

1. Diagnosis and planning in a single visit. The doctor thoroughly examines the teeth and gums and analyzes the bite. A photo protocol is created, along with X-rays and a digital scan. A further treatment plan is developed based on the data collected. The digital model of the future teeth takes into account the patient's facial proportions, function, and smile aesthetics.
2. Surgical stage. If necessary, the gums are treated, unneeded teeth are removed, or root canal treatment is performed. Implants are placed to serve as a reliable foundation for the future prosthesis. The length of this stage depends on the clinical situation.
3. Temporary prosthesis. Fabricating and placing temporary restorations allows the patient to adapt to their new bite and check its comfort and aesthetics before the permanent prosthesis is placed.
4. Final restoration. Permanent crowns are made in a digital laboratory. The doctor places the final prosthesis, thoroughly checks the bite, and makes adjustments as needed for the most comfortable result.

Implant-supported dental prosthetics restores a proper bite, a natural tooth appearance, and a harmonious smile and facial features.

Implant-supported dental prosthetics — what determines the cost

Several factors affect the price of dental prosthetics in Kyiv: the protocol used (All-on-4 or All-on-6), the prosthesis material, the implant brand, and the condition of the bone tissue. Book a consultation at DDC Clinic today and get an individual cost estimate for your dental prosthetics.