Performed by: Dr. Avantika Tripathi

Patient Information

Overview
When it comes to dental care, the advances in technology today are truly remarkable, particularly in the area of dental implants. One such success story is that of a 62-year-old female patient who came to our clinic with faulty splinting of teeth in her lower front teeth. Here's a glimpse into her treatment journey, which involved extractions and immediate implant placement to restore both function and aesthetics. After careful examination, we opted for an immediate dental implant procedure using Dentium SuperLine implants to restore her smile and function. Here’s how her journey unfolded.

The Initial Problem: A Faulty Prosthesis

Our patient arrived with complaints about loosening of mandibular anterior teeth  #31, 32, 41, and 42 and had become uncomfortable, and was causing concerns both functionally and aesthetically. After a thorough clinical and radiographic examination, it was clear that the teeth needed intervention, particularly due to mobility and compromised support.

The Treatment Plan: Immediate Implants

After discussing the various options with the patient, we agreed on a treatment plan that involved extracting the affected teeth and placing dental implants immediately in the regions of teeth #32 and #42. This approach, known as immediate implant placement, would not only save time but also help preserve the bone structure of the jaw.

Immediate implant placement offers several benefits, including preserving bone and minimizing treatment time. To ensure long-term success and stability, we selected Dentium SuperLine implants, known for their high quality and excellent osseointegration.

Why Dentium SuperLine Implants?

Dentium SuperLine implants are a top choice for cases requiring immediate implant placement due to several advantages:

• Advanced Surface Treatment: The implants have a specialized surface that promotes faster and more effective osseointegration, allowing the bone to bond well with the implant.

• High Initial Stability: Dentium SuperLine implants are designed to provide excellent primary stability, which is crucial for immediate loading and long-term success.

Why Immediate Implants?

Immediate implant placement has many advantages:

• Bone Preservation: Placing the implants right after the extraction helps prevent bone resorption that usually happens after a tooth is removed.

• Faster Results: The procedure minimizes the waiting period between extraction and restoration, allowing the patient to regain function and aesthetics more quickly.

• Fewer Surgical Appointments: Combining the extraction and implant placement into a single procedure reduces the number of visits and discomfort for the patient.

The Procedure: Extractions and Implant Placement

• The procedure was straightforward. After administering local anesthesia, we carefully extracted teeth #31, #32, #41 and #42 with minimum trauma to the surrounding tissues. With the extractions complete, we placed the Dentium SuperLine implants immediately into the bone at #32 and #42.

• The implants achieved excellent primary stability, which allowed us to proceed with a temporary restoration. This not only helped to preserve the aesthetics of the patient’s smile but also restored functionality right away.

• Post-Operative Care and Recovery

• As with any dental implant procedure, post-operative care is key to ensuring success. We provided the patient with instructions on maintaining oral hygiene and avoiding any undue pressure on the implant sites. Antibiotics and pain relief medications were prescribed to prevent infection and manage discomfort.

• Our patient was diligent in following post-operative care guidelines, and her initial healing has been smooth. Follow-up appointments have shown good progress, and her final prosthesis was completed after 3 months.

• A Brighter, More Stable Smile
With the combination of immediate implant placement and the use of Dentium SuperLine implants, our patient has regained the confidence and function she was missing with her loose teeth.