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Why All on Four dental implants technique has high satisfaction rate in Pasadena, CA

A great-fitting set of dentures makes a life-changing difference for people with no teeth. All on Four dental implant treatments, takes that quality of life improvement a step further, providing amazing stability and comfort. Pasadena, CA prosthodontist, Dr. Christopher Marchack, explains the concept, and why his patients in all walks of life love their new smiles so much.

Why All on Four dental implants technique has high satisfaction rate in Pasadena, CA

Basic information about dental implants

Natural teeth have roots that extend deep into jawbone. In addition to anchoring teeth in place, these roots provide vital stimulation that signals the body to keep facial bone dense and strong. A dental implant serves these purposes when a tooth is missing.

Many people confuse a crown with a dental implant. An implant replaces the tooth root, while a porcelain crown restoration is often used to finish the replacement of a single missing tooth. The implant is a rod made of titanium or other biocompatible material, shaped something like a small screw. Through 3D digital imagery and computer-aided planning combined with the doctor’s skill, a precise strategy for placement of the implant is developed.

In a brief oral surgery, a small incision is made in gum tissue, as well as an opening in bone. The implant is placed into this hole. In some cases, soft tissue is closed with a few sutures, or a healing cap may extend above the gum line. In either case, the site heals quickly. Meanwhile, through a natural process called osseointegration, the implant becomes solidly fused into jawbone. This becomes the foundation for a restoration.

If a tooth has been missing for 18 months or more, bone has likely resorbed, or diminished in thickness and strength. Dr. Marchack can supplement the area with modern bone grafting techniques so that the patient can enjoy the benefits of a dental implant restoration.

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When implants and dentures work together

When implants and dentures work togetherSo, what do dental implants have to do with dentures? In the experienced care of Dr. Marchack, it means smiling, speaking, and chewing with a level of confidence you probably didn’t think was possible for denture-wearers.

This technique uses four specially-designed dental implants per arch, with a combination of straight and angled placement that provides superior traction in bone. Because the implants are smaller, grafting is usually not necessary. Instead of a crown restoration, implants have threaded abutments. This screw-retained system moors the denture with great stability.

Why Pasadena, CA patients love All on Four dental implants

  • Same day smiles – With All on Four, replacement teeth are designed and fabricated in advance. The denture (sometimes called a fixed implant bridge) is placed immediately on the day of surgery. The prosthetic protects the mouth as it heals. If extractions are necessary, the denture is adjusted or replaced when recovery is complete to ensure comfortable, functional fit.
  • Natural appearance – Teeth and gums look extremely lifelike. Other people will have no idea you have replacement teeth. However, they probably will compliment your beautiful smile.
  • Fewer implants – Just four for the upper or lower arch, compared to five to ten with other methods.
  • Graftless – The smaller implant design provides secure grip with minimal risk of sinus complications.
  • Restored function – A well-designed and properly fitted implant-retained denture reinstates nearly full chewing function. Imagine eating foods you love again!
  • Comfort – This type of prosthetic is smaller and lighter than a conventional denture. The upper arch does not cover the palate, so you taste foods and sense temperature more naturally.
  • Convenience – You will need to learn a few new techniques to keep your mouth clean and healthy. Don’t worry – the hygiene team at Pasadena Prosthodontics provides hands-on instruction, and patients adapt quickly to this daily regimen.
  • Bone preservation – The implants act like tooth roots, keeping facial bone strong, for a more youthful appearance. All on Four implants help to prevent a sunken appearance that draws the nose too close to the chin, causes lips to thin, and skin to sag.

Dr. Christopher Marchack and his father, Dr. Baldwin Marchack have been part of the Pasadena community for decades. Their commitment to providing top quality care is unsurpassed because they are treating friends and neighbors, as well as patients spanning the country and globe.

Your smile deserves this level of personalized attention from experts in the field tooth replacement. Call 855.770.3737 to schedule a consultation at Pasadena Prosthodontics.

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Baldwin Marchack, DDS, MBA

A graduate from USC School of Dentistry with a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr. Baldwin Marchack is renowned for his focus, keen passion for knowledge and passion for serving his community. His areas of special interest are restorative, esthetic and implant dentistry. Dr. Marchack updates himself regularly with new methods and techniques that evolve over time. Dr. Marchack is the Founding Member of the Academy for Excellence in Dentistry based in Los Angeles, CA. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, the International College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He has held notable positions of authority as the past president of the American Prosthodontic Society, Osseointegration Study Club of Southern California, the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Christopher Marchack, DDS

An alumnus of the prestigious Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco Dr. Christopher Marchack is well-known for his passion to serve his patients to the best of his ability which involves educating and imparting methods of good dental hygiene. Whilst maintaining a position on the editorial review board for the Journal of Prosthodontic Dentistry and the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants, he is also an Associate Clinical Professor at USC School of Dentistry, an Associate Clinical Instructor at the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry and Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and lectures on related dental subjects both on domestic and international platforms.

Eugenia Chan, DDS, MMSc

A graduate of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California and a Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) certified Prosthodontist, Dr. Eugenia Chan is an established professional in her field and takes a special interest in the restoration of damaged teeth. Some of the projects she worked on include her active participation in the project led by Lucy Taylor Hobbs Society to empower female dental students and reinforce the contribution made by women to the professional dental industry. She has undertaken a voluntary role to teach dental health which includes the proper technique of brushing, flossing and implications of consuming a healthy diet to underprivileged children whose access to health care is little to none.

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