Implant-supported bridges: How to regain a beautiful smile when toothlessness becomes a challenge?
Implant-supported bridges: How to regain a beautiful smile when toothlessness becomes a challenge?
At Malo Clinic, we understand that tooth loss is an issue that goes beyond aesthetics. It affects daily functioning, self-confidence, and overall quality of life. That is why we offer comprehensive implant-based prosthetic solutions tailored to each patient's individual needs.
Why are bridges with gingiva often essential?
We often encounter cases where patients struggle with advanced bone and gum atrophy. This is a natural consequence of tooth loss, which leads to a gradual reduction in the volume of bone tissue and gums. In such situations, bridges with artificial gums become not just an option, but an absolute necessity. They allow for:
•Replacing not only the missing teeth, but also the lost bone, which restores natural facial proportions.
•Using only 4 implants.
•Titanium reinforcement.
•Masking the boundary between the prosthetic restoration and natural tissues, which ensures an aesthetic and natural appearance of the smile.
In the field of implant prosthetics, there are three main types of prosthetic bridges, which differ in the extent of restoration and are tailored to the individual needs of patients:
FP1 (gumbridge-free / non-gingival bridge): This type of bridge is designed for patients with adequate bone height and a preserved natural gum line. When it is used, gum reconstruction is often necessary for the teeth to look natural.
FP2: Used when moderate bone and gum atrophy has occurred, leading to an imperfect gum line. In such cases, the teeth in the bridge are slightly longer, and aesthetics may be less satisfying.
FP3 (bridge with artificial gum): Designed for patients with significant bone and soft tissue loss. In this solution, not only the missing teeth but also the lost tissues are reconstructed, allowing for the restoration of proper aesthetics and function. Bridges of this type often use artificial gums and enable the use of fewer implants.
All-on-4® Malo Clinic Bridge™ – a rapid smile transformation
At Malo Clinic, we use the innovative All-on-4® method, which allows for the restoration of a full dental arch in a single day. It involves placing 4 implants in strategic locations, onto which a temporary Malo Clinic Bridge™ MAAB is fitted on the very same day. This bridge is lightweight, comfortable, and fully functional, and most importantly – it looks like natural teeth. Once the integration of the implants with the bone is complete, the temporary bridge is replaced with the final bridge.
An individual approach – the key to success
At Malo Clinic, we believe that every patient is different and requires an individual treatment plan. That is why, prior to every procedure, we conduct a detailed consultation with a prosthodontist. During this appointment, the doctor works together with the patient to design the new teeth, selecting their shape, colour, and size to match the patient's expectations and facial shape. We take all the patient's feedback into account, adapting to their needs and possibilities.
An example transformation
Our patient, Mr Sławomir, dreamed of a bright and noticeable smile. Thanks to the precise selection of tooth shape and size, as well as advancing the upper arch, we managed to correct the malocclusion and create the smile he had always dreamed of. Despite the presence of an artificial gum in the bridge, the smile line was adjusted so that the junction between the tissues and the artificial gum is not visible.
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