Losing a full arch of teeth can greatly impact the aesthetics, health, and function of your oral health and overall physical well-being. Dr. Engelberg provides experienced dental care for edentulous patients or those needing to replace teeth that are no longer viable with a denture. He can work with you individually to achieve a new smile that is stable, beautiful, and comfortable with a fixed hybrid denture that can be placed in one day.
Dr. Engelberg takes pride in helping patients experience the comfort and confidence of a naturally functioning new smile again. For many patients who have suffered from missing teeth, poor oral health, and even a poorly fitted denture, the placement of a fixed hybrid denture is truly life-changing.
What is A Fixed Hybrid Denture?
Traditional dentures are removable, and an adhesive holds them in place. Today’s technology makes them functional and highly customizable. However, this type of appliance can become poorly fitting, slip while eating or speaking, and lead to other issues with dental health.
Strategically placed dental implants hold a fixed hybrid denture securely in place. Dr. Engelberg can create a personalized treatment plan for your needs. He coordinates comprehensive care with our surgical partner, placing a beautiful, permanent smile in one day.
Am I a candidate for a fixed hybrid denture?
Dr. Engelberg will evaluate the condition of all aspects of your smile. He addresses any concerns or compromised tissues to make most patients successful candidates. Working with his surgical partner, Dr. Engelberg can coordinate tooth extractions, sinus lifts, and bone grafting if necessary for your new denture’s long-term stability.
If you have been told that you are not a candidate or require additional restorative dentistry, schedule a consultation and second opinion with Dr. Engelberg to explore your treatment options further.
How much does the fixed denture procedure cost?
Dr. Engelberg will provide a complete explanation of the costs of placing a fixed denture. The fee for your new smile, which will be placed in one coordinated day of treatment, will cover ALL costs for the procedure, including important follow-up care to make adjustments and address any concerns that may arise after placement. This is a key element of our comprehensive and personalized restorative service that sets us apart from other practices and companies offering same-day placement of a fixed denture.
What types of sedation does the dentist offer?
Dr. Engelberg works with a surgical partner who can provide conscious sedation, including “laughing gas,” and IV sedation monitored by a trained and licensed professional. Your comfort and confidence throughout the process are important parts of our practice.
Suppose you are suffering from poor oral health due to dental anxiety and fear. In that case, Dr. Engelberg offers nonjudgmental and compassionate dental care and solutions for tooth loss.
The Fixed Hybrid Denture Process: What to Expect.
Typically, the entire process requires 3-4 appointments. The first step is a consultation and exam with Dr. Engelberg. He fully evaluates your needs and discusses the appropriate treatment process. We can include oral health fixes in the one-day procedure. Compromised bone, periodontal disease, or tooth extraction treatment occurs before the restoration.
The second visit includes CBCT scans and other digital diagnostics. These determine the condition of your gums, jaw, and other oral structures. High-resolution 3-D imagery plans the placement. We create surgical guides that ensure a more accurate and predictable result.
The day of placement will include coordinated care with our surgical partner. We work together to prepare your smile, surgically place implants, and attach your temporary fixed denture.
It requires several months of tissue maturation to allow for any gum and bony changes around the temporary fixed denture. Then, we will take special scans or impressions to create your final fixed-hybrid denture. Our aim is a long-lasting, comfortable, and stable smile. This final prosthesis is made to perfection, stronger, and esthetically ideal, as we can adjust every detail to your exact specifications. The temporary fixed denture is then a spare if you need it. We include both prostheses in the process fee.
Schedule A Consultation
Are you ready to restore your smile with a permanent tooth replacement option? Schedule an appointment in our Arlington Heights dentist office. Discuss your goals with Dr. Engelberg and learn more about fixed hybrid dentures placed in one day.