Whether implants are suitable depends on bone, gum health, general health and other factors assessed at consultation. As a prosthodontist, Dr. Sheth plans backwards from the final result: where the teeth should be, how the bite should work and how the result will be cleaned and maintained.
Treatment summary
Implants and full mouth rehabilitation in brief
- What it is
- A small post placed in the jaw bone that supports a crown, bridge or denture; full mouth rehabilitation restores the bite across both jaws.
- May help with
- One, several or all missing teeth, severely worn or broken teeth, a collapsed bite or failing dental work.
- What is involved
- Examination, X-rays such as an OPG or CBCT where indicated, models or scans, digital planning, then treatment in planned stages.
- Aftercare
- Daily cleaning around implants and restorations, regular reviews, and a night guard if you grind your teeth.
Stages and healing time vary from person to person; an estimated sequence of visits is given after assessment.
Single and multiple tooth implants
A dental implant is a small post placed in the jaw bone that supports a crown, bridge or denture. A single-tooth implant can replace one missing tooth without cutting adjacent teeth, and implant-supported bridges can replace several teeth in a row.
Compare
Implant or conventional replacement?
Implant crown or bridge
Fixed, on implants
- Supported by
- Implants in the jaw bone
- Neighbouring teeth
- Not cut or shaped
- Surgery
- Implant placement, then healing
- Cleaning
- Brushed in place, with cleaning around the implants
Conventional bridge
Fixed, on natural teeth
- Supported by
- The natural teeth on either side of the gap
- Neighbouring teeth
- Usually shaped to carry crowns
- Surgery
- Not needed
- Cleaning
- Brushed in place, with cleaning under the bridge
Removable denture
Taken out daily
- Supported by
- The gums, and remaining teeth if present
- Neighbouring teeth
- May carry clasps or rests
- Surgery
- Not needed
- Cleaning
- Taken out and cleaned daily
Each option has advantages and limits for a given mouth. Alternatives are always discussed before treatment.
Full-arch and full mouth options
- Implant-supported fixed bridges on multiple implants for people who have lost, or are losing, all the teeth in a jaw.
- Implant-retained overdentures, removable dentures that clip onto implants for better stability. See dentures.
- Conventional crowns and bridges on natural teeth, where they are suitable.
- Implants after cancer treatment in selected patients, planned with the oncology team. See post-cancer rehabilitation.
What full mouth rehabilitation means
Full mouth rehabilitation is planned treatment that restores bite, function and aesthetics across both jaws together, rather than one tooth at a time. It may be considered when teeth are severely worn (for example from grinding or acid erosion), many teeth are broken or missing, the bite has collapsed, or previous dental work is failing. Treatment may combine crowns, bridges, implants, onlays or dentures and, where needed, care from colleagues in other specialities.
Assessment
Assessment includes a clinical examination, X-rays such as an OPG or CBCT where indicated, study models or scans, and digital planning. Suitability also depends on general health, smoking, grinding habits and medical history, including radiotherapy and some bone medications. Alternatives are always discussed.
Treatment stages and healing time
Treatment stages and healing time vary from person to person, so no fixed timeline is promised in advance. After the examination and records, you will be given an estimated sequence of visits.
Care and maintenance
- Clean around implants and restorations daily as shown at your fitting.
- Keep regular review and hygiene appointments so that gums, bite and restorations can be checked.
- If you grind your teeth, a protective night guard may be advised.
Book a consultation
Consultations are at Whiteway Dental, Vasna Barrage Road, by appointment. Call or WhatsApp +91 97255 35090.
