What is half mouth planting?

Half mouth implant, as the name implies, refers to a treatment method to restore the function and beauty of teeth through implant technology when some teeth are missing in the mouth. This treatment is usually applicable to patients who have lost half of their teeth in the upper or lower jaw. Half mouth implant can effectively solve the problems of mastication difficulty, unclear pronunciation and facial beauty caused by tooth loss.

How many teeth need to be planted for half mouth implant?

The specific number of half mouth implants is not fixed, it depends on the specific situation of the patient. In general, half mouth implants may require four to six implants. These implants are distributed in the area of missing teeth, and they are used to support and fix dentures. This design can ensure the stability of the denture and the restoration of masticatory function.

Process of half mouth planting

The process of half mouth implant usually includes the following steps: First, the doctor will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the patient's oral condition, including the situation of tooth loss, the density and height of alveolar bone, etc. Then, according to the evaluation results, a personalized planting plan is formulated. Then, the implant is implanted into the alveolar bone. After surgery, a period of recovery is needed to allow the implant to combine with the alveolar bone. *After that, the denture was installed to complete the whole implant process.

Advantages of half mouth planting

Compared with traditional complete dentures, half implant has many advantages. First of all, it can provide better stability and mastication efficiency, because the implant is directly combined with the alveolar bone, and the supporting force is stronger. Secondly, half mouth implant can reduce dependence on and damage to adjacent healthy teeth and protect oral health. In addition, the implanted teeth have a natural appearance and are comfortable to use, almost the same as real teeth, which greatly improves the quality of life of patients.

summary

Half mouth implant is an effective treatment for patients with partial tooth loss. The function and beauty of missing teeth can be restored by planting 4-6 implants. The whole treatment process needs to go through detailed assessment, surgical implantation, recovery period, denture installation and other steps. The advantage of half mouth implant is to provide better stability, protect oral health and improve the quality of life. For patients who need to restore tooth function and beauty, half mouth implant is a choice worth considering.