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Traditional dentures can't offer the same stability or function.</p> <p class="text">Having dental implants replacing your lost back teeth will give you new, unparalleled strength and stability that allows you to eat what you want. It will also preserve your jawbone and facial appearance. </p> </td> <td><img src="01-remplacement-dents.gif" width="218" height="152"></td> </tr> </table> <p class="text"><b>Installing the fixed bridge, step by step :</b></p> <p class="text">After the initial examination, you can expect 4-5 additional visits until the final fixed bridge is permanently attached. It is normal to experience some minor bruising and swelling in the gum and soft tissue afterwards. Any discomfort is usually treated with an ordinary painkiller. You should expect to be able to work the next day.<br> <br> </p> <table width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="17%"><img src="02-remplacement-dents.gif" width="150" height="100"></td> <td width="83%"> <p class="text"><b>1. Before the procedure</b></p> <p class="text">Three teeth at back end of the mouth are missing. The only real replacement alternative is installing a fixed bridge. The bridge contains all teeth in one piece and is anchored on dental implants.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="17%"><img src="03-remplacement-dents.gif" width="150" height="100"></td> <td width="83%"> <p class="text"><b>2.Installing the implants</b></p> <p class="text">First, the implants are installed. This is normally done in a single session. A temporary bridge may be placed at the same time, making it possible for you to function like normal almost immediately after leaving the dentist.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="17%"><img src="04-remplacement-dents.gif" width="150" height="100"></td> <td width="83%"> <p class="text"><b>3. Attaching the bridge</b></p> <p class="text">The implants need to integrate with the jawbone before the permanent bridge is attached. This is normally done 1-2 months after the implant installation. The time will vary, depending on the teeth affected and the esthetical demands.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="17%" height="100"><img src="05-remplacement-dents.gif" width="150" height="100"></td> <td width="83%" height="100"> <p class="text"><b>4. End result</b></p> <p class="text">The new bridge will handle all the pressure that your strong, natural back teeth did. You will have a stable and secure solution that allows you to eat what you want. </p> </td> </tr> </table> <p class="text"><b>Alternative to fixed bridge :</b></p> <table width="100%" border="0"> <tr> <td width="17%"><img src="06-replace-tooth.gif" width="150" height="130"></td> <td width="83%"> <p class="text"><br> <b>Removable partial denture</b></p> <p class="text">This alternative is often perceived as uncomfortable and a bit complicated to use. Function can’t be compared to that of a bridge. This denture is made of plastic and metal, which affects its look. It is quite expensive to fabricate due to its many parts. However, the installation process is simple, and natural teeth are spared. </p> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table></td></tr> </table></td></tr> <tr> <td> <div align="center"><p ALIGN="CENTER"> </p> <p ALIGN="CENTER"><font color="999999" face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="-1">© <A HREF="http://www.nobelbiocare.com" target="_blank"><FONT COLOR="990000">Nobel Biocare</font></a> / LACLINIC, Center for Aesthetic and Reconstructive Dentistry, CH - 1820 Montreux, Switzerland<br> TEL + 41 21 966 70 00 - FAX + 41 21 966 70 10 - email :<A HREF="mailto:info@laclinic.ch"><FONT COLOR="990000">info@laclinic.ch</FONT></A></font> </p></div></td></tr> </table>