Patient Stories
Private: Posterior Implants – John’s Story
John had lost all his chewing teeth on the lower right side of his jaw and was finding it frustrating to eat only on the left side of his mouth. While overseas he’d asked a clinic about the option of implants but had been told he had insufficient bone and would need major bone grafting.
Understandably, knowing there would be no back-up if there was a problem and being unsure about the skills of the local surgeons, John did not go ahead with the procedure.
Background
Lynn was referred by her dentist in Parramatta, Dr Lee, to find out if she could benefit from implants; she had a gap created by four upper front teeth that had been extracted many years ago. Lynn was wearing a metal denture (plate) to replace these teeth, but found it was uncomfortable and moved when she chewed. In the lead-up to Christmas, she needed a secure solution she didn’t have to take out at night.
Treatment
Within 35 minutes of Lynn’s procedure, two implants were successfully placed and temporary teeth were fitted, allowing her to leave the practice with a set of perfectly functional teeth. Two months after surgery, Lynn’s implants were uncovered and a lovely set of natural-looking porcelain teeth were placed onto the bionic roots
Result
Lynn received her beautiful front teeth for Christmas – just as she wanted – and was able to enjoy the festive season without the discomfort she once knew.
“I wish I had my implants a lot earlier because having a denture made me feel really old.”
– Lynn