At Crofton Dental Care, we see patients with concerns about loose teeth or the condition of teeth that may no longer be suitable for long-term restoration. These concerns can affect everyday activities such as eating and chewing.
Following a comprehensive clinical assessment, we discussed the available treatment options. Based on the patient’s individual clinical circumstances, they elected to proceed with an All-on-6 full upper arch implant-supported restoration.
Step 1: Consultation
The patient attended Crofton Dental Care with concerns about loose upper teeth and teeth that had been assessed as not suitable for long-term restoration.
During the consultation, we carried out a comprehensive clinical assessment, discussed the available treatment options, and answered questions about the treatment process. Following assessment and planning, the patient elected to proceed with the agreed treatment plan.
Step 2: Crafting the Temporary Bridge
Following implant placement, a temporary implant-supported bridge was created as part of the planned treatment process.
The temporary restoration was designed to be worn during the healing phase while the implants underwent the expected healing and integration process. It also provided an opportunity to review the design and function of the planned restoration before the final bridge was fabricated.
Step 3: Fitting the Temporary Bridge
Once completed, the temporary implant-supported bridge was fitted.
The temporary bridge was reviewed as part of the healing process, allowing the dental team to review the temporary restoration before proceeding with fabrication of the final bridge.
Step 4: Fabricating the Fixed Implant Bridge
Following the healing phase, records from the temporary bridge and clinical assessments were used to produce the final fixed implant bridge.
The final prosthesis was fabricated in collaboration with Royal Dental Lab London according to the patient’s individual treatment plan.
Step 5: Fitting the Fixed Implant Bridge
Once fabrication was complete, the final fixed implant bridge was fitted to the upper arch.
The final fixed implant-supported bridge was fitted according to the patient’s agreed treatment plan, completing the planned course of treatment.
The Outcome
This patient’s treatment involved replacing upper teeth that had been assessed as not suitable for long-term restoration with an All-on-6 implant-supported restoration.
The treatment journey included consultation, implant placement, a temporary bridge phase, and the fitting of a final fixed implant bridge fabricated in collaboration with Royal Dental Lab London.
As with all dental treatments, outcomes, treatment times, and suitability for implant treatment vary depending on individual clinical factors, oral health, healing, and treatment needs.
This case study is provided for educational purposes. Individual treatment plans and outcomes vary according to each patient’s clinical circumstances.
If you would like to learn more about tooth replacement options, including implant-supported restorations, we can arrange a personalised consultation to assess your oral health, discuss the available treatment options, explain the benefits and limitations of each, and determine whether implant treatment may be suitable for your individual circumstances.
Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Information on treatment fees, finance options, and payment plans is available upon request.
