Bridge
Added: July 31, 2009 - 9:14 AM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Chicago, IL
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Case Summary
Bridge
Teeth: 13
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: one year
Last Cleaning: one year
Case Description
I have a standard bridge in the selected area which have been damaged due root canals needed on the supporting teeth. Last year I had an abscess in that area because of the bad bridge made some time ago (they actually didn't devitalize properly the teeth...). The root canals have been redone to take care of the infections by a specialist endodontist and now I need to replace the prosthesis, but I would go for an implant with crowns rather than another bridge. I have also gum retraction problems in the same area, so the implant is not that easy and it will require a bone graft, as known after several consultations with periodontists. I am therefore looking for a real specialist in implants with bone grafting. My mouth has several issues due to problems through my childhood therefore there is a lot of things going on and I need a real specialist more than just cosmetic dentistry.
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Reply: Bridge
added: July 31, 2009 - 9:53 AM
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Hello,I agree that implant would be the best option for single or mutiple missing teeth. I would recommend choosing a periodontist who''''s experienced in implant dentistry. We work with Dr. Walsh in Berwyn and have received great results. If cost is a issue, the prosthodontic clinic at UIC is a good place to seek implant care. The residents there place and restore implants. Good luck with the search.Zhaomin Huang, DMD MSwww.alohadental.com
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added: July 31, 2009 - 11:55 AM
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Dear patient,Often a dentist who is trained in all aspects of dental care can solve these situations. My skills include but are not limited to; bone grafts, implants, gum grafts (i.e. like a periodontist) in addition I am able to offer all restorative i.e. root canals, cast posts, crns, and high end esthetic dentistry. 20+ years of surgical experience, general and esthetic dental care. If I could make this easier for you by taking a look, I would be happy to help.SincerelyDr Kevin Landers312 263-7823
Reply: Bridge
added: July 31, 2009 - 2:27 PM
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You have an issue that we see every day in our dental practice. The best way for you to understand what we do you should look at our web site to evaluate yourself ( www.uadchicago.com ). There are links to videos of the myriad of implant procedures bone graft etc. that we preform. In fact we teach several courses a year at our facility on both dental implants and bone grafting to other dentists. As a group practice we have the ability to treat your needs under one roof. We would be happy to consult with you and evaluate just how much bone is lost with our CT scan imaging that will give a 3-D look at this tooth site to better identify the problem and technique required to treat this situation. Dr.s Martin Marcus and Russ Baer
Reply: Bridge
added: August 01, 2009 - 11:56 AM
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Our team would like to welcome you to our office for a complimentaryconsultation to sit down and discuss what is best for you.We work with several highly trained specialists & we will help coordinate your treatment with them after we decide on a treatment plan thatworks best for you.Our new patient coordinator (Diana) will be available to speak to onMonday morning as early as 7:30am. You can reach her to set up an appointment at (312)787-2131We look forward to meeting you!Rana Stino DDSwww.WaterTowerDentalCare.com
Reply: Bridge
added: August 04, 2009 - 1:32 PM
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After reading your email we feel we would very much be able to help you out with your dental needs. We have an inhouse periodontal specialist with extensive experience in implantology, who would be able to assist you with implants & bone grafting. The restorative/cosmetic necessities will also be taken care of in the same location.Please contact our office at (847) 998-0255 to set up an appointment for a consultation as we would love to meet you in person.Looking forward to meeting you,LaVerne T KindPatient Coordinator
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