MegaGen AnyRidge implantation in the chewing area

Complaints:

Reduced chewing efficiency in the lower jaw.

Diagnosis:

Secondary partial edentulism (teeth 3.5 and 3.6).

Treatment:

During the diagnostic stage, a computed tomography (CT) scan was performed. Based on the diagnostic findings, 3D treatment planning was completed. An intraoral digital scan of the jaws was performed using a 3Shape scanner, and a surgical navigation guide was fabricated. During the surgical stage, Korean MegaGen AnyRidge implants were placed in the areas of the missing teeth (3.5 and 3.6). During the same procedure, healing abutments were installed, and soft tissue grafting was performed to ensure long-term functionality and optimal esthetics of the future prosthetic restorations. After 3 months, implant osseointegration and soft tissue stability were evaluated. During the prosthetic stage, permanent laboratory-fabricated zirconia crowns were fixed onto the implants.

In this case, the absence of two chewing teeth in the lower jaw led to reduced chewing efficiency and uneven distribution of load on the remaining teeth.

To restore function, it was decided to replace the missing teeth using dental implants.

After CBCT imaging, 3Shape digital scanning, and 3D treatment planning, a surgical navigation guide was fabricated, allowing precise placement of MegaGen AnyRidge implants in the areas of teeth 3.5 and 3.6.

At the same time as implant placement, soft tissue augmentation was performed, and healing abutments were installed to create optimal conditions for future prosthetic restoration.

After successful osseointegration, permanent laboratory-fabricated zirconia crowns were fixed onto the implants.

Result:

The missing chewing teeth were restored, chewing load was normalized, and further disruption of the stomatognathic system was prevented.

The new implant-supported crowns provided comfort, stability, and a natural appearance.

Even the loss of just a few chewing teeth can eventually affect the load distribution throughout the entire dental system.

Learn more about tooth restoration with dental implants.

Treatment performed by:

Surgical treatment performed by oral and implant surgeon
Ivan Nazarov.