A smile can express more than any words.
A smile can express more than any words.
However, what can you do when that smile disappears and becomes your biggest insecurity? Barbara already had everything in her life: family, love, friendship, and a job she enjoyed. She had everything, yet she couldn't fully enjoy it. Because how can you enjoy life to the fullest when you are ashamed of your smile? When Barbara came to Malo Clinic for her first consultation, she had only one goal: to regain her smile and enjoy life once again. She knew she was ready for anything. And we knew that we would do everything so that she could smile as broadly as she wished again. Barbara works on the railway; she is a happy mother and partner. Those closest to her say she is: warm, always ready to help, full of love, open, funny, kind. And yet, there was something holding her back from being completely happy. Barbara's dental problems began shortly after childbirth. Suddenly, the condition of her teeth deteriorated rapidly, and every visit to the dentist felt like another blow. Fillings crumbled and fell out. Barbara changed dentists time and time again. She felt that instead of improving, the visits only made things worse. Eventually, she was forced to decide on dentures. Dentures were a last resort and completely shattered Barbara's dreams of a healthy, full smile. For a long time, she refused to wear them – hardly surprising, as they were uncomfortable and hindered her daily life. The procedure at Malo Clinic was Barbara's last lifeline.
Same-day teeth reconstruction at Malo Clinic.
Barbara booked her first consultation with Dr Dominika Łukiewicz. After examining the patient, assessing the oral cavity, and taking photographs and a CT scan, the doctor qualified Barbara for a procedure using the All-on-4® technique in accordance with Malo Clinic protocols. In the upper arch, the patient's remaining teeth were beyond treatment, so the doctor decided to extract them and place 4 implants using the All-on-4® technique, followed by fitting a full dental arch – an implant-supported bridge.
Pre-procedure consultation.
The ladies met again for a one-hour preparatory appointment a week before the procedure to determine the shape and shade of the new teeth and to review test results. During the first consultation, Barbara received a referral for a complete blood count (CBC); the tests are essential to check the patient's general health. The test results were very good. Barbara chose a tooth shade one tone lighter than her own, larger and more visible, but still matching her facial features and lower teeth.
Pre-procedure dental hygiene.
She also visited the Malo Clinic dental hygienist, who cleaned her teeth. Removing dental deposits eliminates the risk factor posed by plaque bacteria, thereby increasing the chances of successful implant placement.
Day of the procedure.
The entire tooth restoration procedure took one day. Barbara arrived at the clinic at 8:00 AM. She was given medication and local anaesthesia, after which surgeon Dr Armando Lopes removed the diseased teeth and placed 4 implants in the correct position so that they could support the new teeth. The surgical stage lasted 1.5 hours. Over the next 3 hours, Barbara rested in the patient room, where she received drinks and food. The patient's post-procedure diet consists of cold fruit and vegetable juices, natural or fruit yoghurts to choose from, room-temperature cream soup in a choice of flavours, and of course ice cream—a favourite among our patients. Ice cream is nutritious, tasty, and cools the mouth from the inside; we recommend ice cream at home during the first few days after the procedure, as it is very helpful :). After the procedure, it is important to apply ice packs to the cheeks to avoid swelling in the following days. While the patient was resting, the dental technician in the laboratory worked on crafting Barbara's bridge. At 4:00 PM, the new teeth were ready. Dr Dominika, a prosthodontist, screwed the bridge onto the implants. Barbara felt wonderful; she was a bit tired, but the stress was gone, replaced by tears of joy and a radiant smile.
Barbara's makeover proves that a beautiful smile is a wonderful prelude to life changes. Barbara regained her self-confidence and is smiling broadly once again. At last, she can fully show her loved ones how happy she is to have them.
How did Barbara's partner react to her makeover?
When I saw her just now for the first time, I was left speechless.
So were we. Barbara – we wish you all the happiness.
link to Barbara's full makeover here: https://dziendobry.tvn.pl/zdrowie/po-ciazy-stracila-zeby-metamorfoza-usmiechu-odmienila-jej-zycie-cala-twarz-sie-zmienila-st7439654 more information about the procedure: MALO CLINIC Protocol (All-on-4®) procedure price list: https://www.maloclinics.pl/cennik/ Contact the clinic: https://www.maloclinics.pl/kontakt/
