Dr Armando Lopes explains how, thanks to the Malo Clinic Protocol, it is possible to restore permanent teeth even in patients with advanced bone loss.
For many years, the loss of all teeth and the atrophy of the maxillary or mandibular bone were considered a hopeless situation.
Patients were told that the only possible solution was a removable denture – often uncomfortable, unstable, and limiting everyday functioning.
Thanks to advances in the field of implantology, these beliefs are now a thing of the past. Modern methods allow for the reconstruction of permanent, aesthetic, and fully functional teeth, even in cases of advanced bone atrophy.
Dr Armando Lopes – Medical Director of Malo Clinic and an internationally recognised authority in the treatment of edentulism – discusses the possibilities of modern implantology, innovative reconstruction techniques, and why "hopeless cases" no longer exist.
A new era in the treatment of edentulism
As Dr Armando Lopes explains, modern implantology opens up new possibilities for patients who have heard for years that implant placement is not possible due to a lack of bone.
“Modern dentistry offers hope even when all seems lost. Today, we can restore a patient's permanent teeth in a single day – even with complete bone atrophy.”
The key solution is zygomatic implants, anchored not in the maxilla, but in the cheekbone (zygoma) – a structure that is much harder and more resistant to atrophy. As a result, even in individuals with advanced bone loss, it is possible to achieve a permanent and secure placement of implants, followed by the attachment of a fixed prosthetic bridge.
Malo Clinic Protocol – fixed teeth in a day
An innovative method developed by the Malo Clinic team in Portugal, known as the Malo Clinic Protocol, allows for the full reconstruction of a dental arch during a single visit.
This solution, which is the global standard for treating edentulism, combines surgical precision, high aesthetics and an immediate functional result.
During a single procedure:
four or six implants are placed,
a provisional bridge screwed directly onto the implants is fitted,
the patient leaves the clinic on the same day with a complete, aesthetic smile.
‘For over 25 years, we have been guided by the same philosophy – one day, one surgery, a new smile. The patient leaves the clinic with a screwed-in bridge that looks and functions like natural teeth.’ – emphasises Dr Armando Lopes.
After a few months, once the implants have fully integrated with the bone, the provisional bridge is replaced with a definitive bridge made of durable and aesthetic materials, perfectly matched to the patient's facial features and individual needs.
Painless and with a short recovery time
One of the most common concerns patients have before implant treatment is the fear of pain. In practice – as Dr Armando Lopes assures – the procedure is completely painless and minimally invasive.
‘Patients often ask whether the procedure hurts. The answer is simple – no. Thanks to modern anaesthesia techniques and precise surgical procedures, the treatment is completely comfortable.’
The recovery period is short and usually lasts from three to ten days. Slight swelling or bruising may occur, which subsides within a few days. Every patient receives personalised aftercare recommendations and medication to support the healing process.
Who is the Malo Clinic Protocol method intended for?
The Malo Clinic Protocol method is dedicated to individuals who:
have lost all their teeth or are struggling with advanced tooth loss,
suffer from bone loss and do not qualify for conventional implants,
experience discomfort associated with wearing removable dentures,
wish to regain a natural appearance and chewing function in a short period of time.
Most often, patients over the age of 50 undergo the treatment, but age is not a contraindication.
‘The oldest patient I had the pleasure of treating was 92 years old. Following the procedure, she could once again eat, speak and smile normally – without pain and without restrictions.’ – says Dr Armando Lopes.
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