Multiple Tooth Implants, Brooklyn NYC

Economical Long-Term Solution for Replacing Multiple Missing Teeth

There is no need to replace every missing tooth with a single implant when using multiple tooth implants.

Multiple tooth implants can support large bridges. Where several teeth are missing in the same location, two or more dental implants can support a bridge, making it an economical long-term solution for replacing multiple missing teeth.

Who Can Have Multiple Tooth Implants?

The procedure of placing multiple implants in NYC is suitable for most people. Age and gender are NOT usually a factor.

Some women may see a significant decline in bone volume and bone mass as they get older and particularly after menopause. These effects can usually be reversed through bone grafts.

Sometimes the periodontal disease can damage gums and underlying bone, ultimately resulting in tooth loss. This can be reversed with bone and gum grafting. You must not have any active periodontal disease as this can lower the treatment success rate. Certain systemic conditions can also affect the outcome of treatment. This is particularly the case with uncontrolled diabetes. However, if you have well-controlled diabetes, you are almost certainly suitable for multiple tooth implants. Dr. Cohen can carefully assess your health to ensure that any systemic condition is adequately controlled before recommending this treatment option.

Multiple Teeth Implants Procedure

An initial examination with Dr. Cohen will determine if multiple implants are the appropriate treatment for you. During this consultation, Dr. Cohen will talk about the treatment to ensure you understand the procedure more thoroughly and how it could help you. If you decide to go ahead, the next step is to take a cone beam CT scan and dental x-rays.

Multiple Dental Implants Before & After

This young patient presented with a severely compromised smile with misplaced and missing teeth in both jaws. Diagnostic imaging revealed severe bone loss, which required a bone augmentation procedure at the time of implant placement. To restore both function and aesthetics, we planned single implants at the canine sites, supported by 2-unit cantilevered bridges on both sides and porcelain crowns for the 2 front teeth. The patient was seeing an orthodontist to properly align the misplaced teeth in the arch. We utilized her orthodontic treatment as a means of temporization throughout treatment. Following successful orthodontic treatment, final restorations were inserted, resulting in a natural, harmonious smile.

Planning Multiple Tooth Implants

Using the information provided by the CT scan and your x-rays, 3D imaging, Dr. Cohen will plan precisely where each dental implant is to be inserted. This type of planning does require a high degree of precision, and Dr. Cohen will spend an extensive amount of time making sure your implants are placed correctly.

IMPORTANT! When placing multiple tooth implants, it is extremely important that they are inserted in precisely the correct position to make sure the dental bridge has the right insertion path, meaning the dental implants must be parallel to each other. At the same time, it is vital to consider the overall aesthetics of the final restoration as there must be adequate room for the dental laboratory to fabricate the bridge so it can function correctly and look fantastic.

Treatment

The actual procedure of placing multiple dental implants in NYC is carried out using computer-guided surgery. This involves the use of:

• Custom-made stent or template that shows Dr. Cohen precisely where to place each implant
• Computer-guided surgery is highly beneficial, ensuring your treatment is quicker and smoother

Once your tooth implants are in place, they will need time to heal and to bond with your jawbone before we can place your new teeth, a process that takes between three and six months. During this time, we will provide you with a temporary prosthesis so you can eat and talk normally.

Recovery

During the first few days after the placement of multiple implants, you may feel some mild discomfort. We can advise you on the over-the-counter painkillers to use or can provide you with a prescription.

You may need to take antibiotics and use a special mouth rinse during the first few days. Dr. Cohen will also give you detailed instructions on caring for your multiple dental implants during this initial healing period. We are always available if you have any concerns after surgery.

Advantages of Multiple Dental Implants

Multiple tooth implants are a very reliable way to replace multiple missing teeth and are suitable for getting rid of loose and uncomfortable partial dentures.

Multiple tooth implants may be preferred to a traditional bridge. A traditional bridge relies on natural teeth for support and requires them to be substantially reshaped or crowned. These teeth can become more vulnerable to infection and decay as the bridge starts to age. Multiple implants can also be used where the existing natural teeth are not strong enough to support a bridge.

An implant bridge protects existing and opposing teeth. It prevents adjacent teeth from shifting position and helps share biting and chewing forces, preventing them from wearing down faster. The opposing dentition is also protected, as the bridge prevents these teeth from moving toward the empty space. When this happens, it can destabilize the teeth and cause difficult-to-correct bite problems.

Disadvantages of Multiple Teeth Implants

All dental implants in NYC require extensive planning, and this is not the quickest way to replace missing teeth. Although multiple tooth implants can last a very long time, this does rely on good patient compliance.

It’s essential to keep up with regular checkups, even if you have no natural teeth remaining. Good oral hygiene is necessary for keeping dental implants free from plaque as otherwise, there is a chance they will become infected and could fail.

Success Rate of Multiple Dental Implants

Dr. Cohen achieves very high success rates with this treatment because he will only recommend it for suitable patients. The extensive planning procedures carried out before surgery help ensure the multiple implants are correctly placed, providing patients with every opportunity of enjoying their new teeth for many years to come.

Risk Factors for This Treatment

The risk factors for multiple teeth implants are very similar to the risk factors for any type of implant treatment. The success of treatment depends on:

• Good planning, ensuring the implants are not overloaded or stressed which could lead to their failure
• Treating bruxism (clenching and grinding) which can place excessive force on dental implants
• Good oral hygiene
• No smoking

If you experience any significant changes to your general health after dental implant surgery, this could affect their long-term success and should be discussed with Dr. Cohen. 

Alternatives to Multiple Teeth Implants

The alternative to having multiple tooth implants is to use dentures, which is far from a perfect solution. Dentures rest on the gums and can accelerate bone loss.

Many people also find dentures extremely uncomfortable to wear. A dental bridge may be a possibility if any existing natural teeth are strong enough to support the bridge. This may not be the case where multiple teeth have been lost, as often any remaining teeth are affected by periodontal disease and bone loss and may not be stable enough to support a bridge.

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