Prosthodontist for Senior Citizen
Added: January 21, 2008 - 8:02 AM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Fort Washington, DC
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Case Summary
Dentures / Partials
Teeth:
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: Jan 08
Last Cleaning: n/a
Case Description
85-yr old pt needs replacement lower denture (upper lost in rehab hospital). Extreme loss of bone makes her difficult to fit. Not looking for a sublime resolution--know that's not possible--just the ability to eat simple foods.
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Reply: Prosthodontist for Senior Citizen
added: January 21, 2008 - 9:44 AM
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As little as two dental implants can provide support for your denture and enhance your chewing significantlya Panorex x-ray can be helpful in diagnosing existing bone.Dr. kazemi(301) 654-7070www.facialart.com
Reply: Prosthodontist for Senior Citizen
added: January 21, 2008 - 1:36 PM
Cost Estimate: $2,500-3,500
This is not easy . After a complete exam including full mouth x-rays and a medical history , traditional upper and lower dentures can be fabricated with little suction cups under the dentures. This will aid in the retentive quality.thus aiding in chewing and speaking.
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