Replacing all your teeth: what are the options?
A complete removable denture and an implant-supported reconstruction do not work in the same way.
Read the articleImplant materials: questions about quality and traceability
The implant body, the abutment and the crown each have a different role.
Published by Dr Hafça Moqadem, Dental surgeon in Marrakech1 min read
Article contents
In brief
- The implant body, the abutment and the crown each have a different role.
- The name of the system, the references and the documents you are given make later follow-up easier.
- Bone volume, the position of the restoration and chewing forces also matter.
Tell the components apart
The implant body, the abutment and the crown each have a different role. They may be made of different materials. Ask the dentist what is proposed and how the components fit into your treatment plan.
Ask for traceable information
The name of the system, the references and the documents you are given make later follow-up easier. If you are seen elsewhere, this information can be useful. The colour or look of a material in a picture is not enough to judge its quality.
Do not choose on material alone
Bone volume, the position of the restoration and chewing forces also matter. Ask why the material suits your situation and what alternatives exist. No material removes the need for hygiene and check-ups.
Sources and references
To find out more about the general information in this article:
The visual guide
Replacing a tooth: comparing the principles
Principles to help you prepare your questions. The assessment makes it possible to know what suits your situation.
| Item | Principle | To clarify at the clinic |
|---|---|---|
| Implant | A support fixed in the bone, carrying a crown or a prosthesis. | Bone volume, gum condition and general health to be assessed. |
| Bridge | A replacement resting on teeth or implants. | The supports and their preparation must be examined. |
| Removable denture | A device the patient takes out to clean it. | Stability, comfort and maintenance to be discussed depending on the situation. |
A daily guide
Brushing time, in practice.
The NHS recommends about 2 minutes of brushing, twice a day, with a fluoride toothpaste.
2minutes
×2times a day
=4minutes a day
Source: NHS, How to keep your teeth clean. A prevention guide, with no prediction of an individual result.
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