[Health Column] Have you been wearing dentures for a long time? The effects and key points of ‘Full-Arch Implants’ that reduce the burden of full implants

 

hello, Bupyeong 365 Dental Clinic Chief Director Kim Hyung-seok no see.

 

Once you lose most of your teeth, you are bound to feel lost and hopeless.

 

"Is dentures really the only option now?" There are many people visiting the dentist due to such concerns.

 

Although I am well aware of the loose and painful discomfort of dentures, people often hesitate to make a decision due to the cost and surgical burden of having to implant dozens of implants one by one.

 

As such An innovative alternative that clearly compensates for the disadvantages of dentures and conventional implant methods , as soon as Full arch implant I will explain it to you in an easy-to-understand way.

 

 

 

 

 

What is a full-arch implant, and what is the principle behind it?

🔸 It is a smart method that firmly restores the function of all teeth by implanting only the minimum number of implants. .

 

Full-arch implants do not involve placing the implant throughout the entire gum.

 

✔️ Strategically select a good location for the gum bone Insert only the minimum number of pillars After doing that, on top of it Combine a single, connected fixed full prosthesis This is the principle.

 

Thanks to this, the physical and financial burden of large-scale bone graft surgery can be significantly reduced.

 

✨ Load distribution: Because the entire prosthesis is firmly bound together as one, the force generated when chewing food is not concentrated in one spot on the gums but is evenly distributed.

 

✨ Natural chewing force: The sense of stability felt during meals Very similar to natural teeth Therefore, patient satisfaction is very high.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is a full-arch implant the right treatment for me?

🔸 It is an excellent solution for those whose gum bone has eroded due to long-term denture use or whose overall tooth occlusion has collapsed. .

Full arch treatment is not a treatment applied equally to all situations; there are specific cases where efficiency can be maximized by tailoring it to the patient's oral environment.

 

 

📌 If you fall into the following situations, Full Arch is the best alternative. This can be

 

🔸 When a large number of implants is burdensome : This is a case where the restoration of full function is urgent due to tooth loss, but the poor condition of the gum bone makes it difficult to implant dozens of implants.

 

🔸 When gum bone is absorbed due to prolonged denture use : Full arches enable stable fixation even in situations where it is difficult to obtain fixation force using conventional methods.

 

🔸 When the occlusion of the upper and lower jaws has completely collapsed : If many teeth are missing, it is difficult to adjust the height (occlusal height) when closing the mouth.

 

The full arch simultaneously reconstructs upper and lower balance as a single complete prosthesis, Restore your facial proportions and relax your jaw joints It makes it.

 

 

What are the key points for successful results?

🔸 The success or failure of the treatment depends not on the number of implants, but on precise 'masticatory balance' and 'load distribution'. .

 

So, what should be examined most carefully when treating a full arch?

 

Our mouths are subjected to significant pressure from the jaw muscles every time we chew food.

 

⚠️ What happens if excessive force is concentrated on only a specific area?

 

If the connected screws repeatedly loosen, or in severe cases Fracture (broken) of the prosthesis A fatal problem may occur.

 

Therefore, each patient is different Closely analyze the movement path of the temporomandibular joint and the chewing pattern in normal equilibrium. The process must be completed first.

 

Long-term stability can be achieved by maintaining equilibrium to withstand not only vertical pressing forces but also the stimulation generated when grinding food sideways (lateral forces).

 

 

Why is it important for a full arch to be designed by a 'prosthodontist'?

🔸 Since minute errors determine overall stability, precise prosthetic design that predicts the flow of force is essential. .

 

The grass arch eventually rises intricately on a pillar planted in the gums. High-difficulty treatment completed by placing a 'prosthesis' no see.

 

Therefore, the perspective of a prosthodontist who views the oral structure holistically is of the utmost importance.

 

🔹 A specialist in prosthodontics is We are medical professionals who obtained qualifications from the Ministry of Health and Welfare after completing a 4-year internship and residency program at a university hospital's Department of Prosthodontics, focusing exclusively on 'restoring tooth function' and 'designing prosthetics' through in-depth research.

 

A prosthodontist does not simply look at the location to place the implant.

 

🔍 The upper and lower jaws interlock when the prosthesis is placed Calculate precise occlusion points And, after treatment, the patient can do it themselves at home Convenience of easily cleaning and maintaining the underside of the prosthesis We proceed with a 1:1 customized design, taking all of this into consideration.

 

As even minute differences in angle determine the entire lifespan of the prosthesis, error-free precision is required to ensure safe use for many years.

 

 

 

FAQ

Q1. Is the burden of bone grafting really less for full-arch implants compared to standard implants?

A1. Yes, that is correct. Because the medical team can strategically select a location with good gum bone conditions to implant, there is no need to proceed aggressively in areas with insufficient bone. It can significantly reduce the burden of large-scale bone grafting.

Q2. Does it creak or wobble when eating, like dentures?

A2. Unlike dentures, it is fixed to the gums, and the entire prosthesis is firmly connected as a single structure.

 

Since the force applied during mastication is evenly distributed Comfort and stability very similar to natural teeth when eating You can feel it.

 

conclusion

Any dentist might be able to simply perform the act of implanting itself.

 

However, meticulously calculating each patient's unique chewing habits and jaw joint movements to find the perfect 'masticatory balance' that feels like it was originally part of the body falls within the realm of detailed prosthetic design.

 

We deeply understand the earnest hearts of patients who take time out of their precious, golden weekends to visit our dental clinic from afar.

 

I promise to provide precise medical care strictly according to standard procedures, without compromising my conviction and sense of responsibility as a medical professional.

 

If you are concerned about complete tooth loss, rather than deciding on treatment impulsively First, accurately check your oral condition through a thorough consultation with a specialist. I recommend you give it a try.

 

 

 

 

Bupyeong 365 Dental Clinic

Chief Director Kim Hyung-seok

Double Board Specialist in Prosthodontics & Integrated Dentistry

 

Obtained Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) certification

Obtained Dental Advanced Life Support (DALS Provider) certification

Completed externship at the U.S. Army 618th Dental Hospital in California, USA

Completed CAD/CAM Master Class

Double sedation completed

Completed Osstem Implant Master Class

Completion of Distal Master Course of Osstem Implant Seminar

Completed Choice Endodontic Seminar

Completion of the TMJ Disorder Education and Research Society Training Course

Winner of the Outstanding Presentation Award at the 79th Annual Meeting of the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics, 2018

Certified by the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics

Lifetime member of the Korean Academy of Prosthodontics

Osstem Implant Research Consultant

Megagen Implant Research Consultant

 

 

 

 

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