Teeth in a Day Washington DC & Alexandria VA
Teeth in a Day
Washington DC & Alexandria VA
Patients who are missing all or the majority of their teeth, or who are unsatisfied with their dentures may be good candidates for Teeth-in-a-Day, which are implant supported dentures that provide full-arch replacement teeth. Along with the impact missing teeth can have on an individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence, there are numerous health issues that can develop when a tooth or teeth are not replaced over time, including the
following:
- Difficulty chewing properly
- Deterioration of jawbone
- Shifting teeth, which will change your bite
- Drifting teeth
- Jaw joint issues
- Added stress to remaining teeth
Teeth-in-a-Day is a safe, effective, and precise dental implants procedure that will restore patients natural smile in a fast and cost-effective manner. At Precision Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, our specialty trained periodontists Dr. Justin Zalewsky and Dr. Antara Daru have years of experience treating a wide range of stages of gum disease and placing dental implants. To learn more about Teeth-in-a-Day, our clinic facilities, or to schedule an appointment for a procedure, contact our Alexandria, VA office at (703) 823-2422 or our Washington D.C. office at (202) 296-3360.
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Teeth-in-a-Day Procedure Expectations
Prior to performing the procedure, we will conduct a 3D scan of your teeth, gums, and jaw to develop a detailed view of your mouth structures and jawbone contours. This will allow us to determine the optimal location to place your implants. This initial scan will also allow us to determine whether a bone graft or augmentation for your jawbone is necessary.
If it is determined that you are a viable candidate for Teeth-in-a-Day, your procedure will be scheduled. In some cases, patients will need to have a tooth extracted prior to the implants being placed. Prior to the procedure, you will be given a local anesthetic and dental sedation if necessary. Our clinic offers a range of dental sedation options, including oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation. Once you are properly numbed, your periodontist will secure the titanium posts that will anchor your dentures into your jaw. Each of the four or six posts will be strategically placed at a 45-degree angle. Tilting the implants in this manner ensures that the nerve canal and sinus cavity are not damaged, and increases the strength and stability of your implant.
Once these posts are properly positioned, a set of temporary dentures which have been customized to your specific mouth will be placed. These temporary dentures will be worn throughout the healing process. Once the titanium posts have fused with your jawbone, your implant supported dentures will be placed and your treatment will be complete.
Benefits of Teeth-in-a-Day
There are a range of benefits associated with Teeth-in-a-Day, including the following:
- Cost effective
- Natural feeling and looking
- Minimally invasive
- Procedure can be completed in a single visit
- Long lasting
- Will allow you to return to eating most foods
- Reduces need for bone graft
- Once implants are placed, bone loss will stop progressing
- Facial features restored
Aftercare Following Teeth-in-a-Day
Following your Teeth-in-a-Day procedure, it is important to be cautious during the initial healing stage. You should plan on sticking to a soft food diet for the first two weeks, after which you can begin to slowly reintroduce harder foods.
Once you have completed the recovery process, it will not be necessary to follow special aftercare instructions, although it is important to be aware of the reason this procedure was needed in the first place. Continue practicing good daily oral hygiene practices. Brush and floss twice daily, and schedule regular visits to your periodontist to ensure that your teeth receive regular professional cleanings, which will reduce your risk of developing gingivitis or periodontitis. If you follow these best practices, you will enjoy a bright and healthy smile for many years to come.