What it involves
Full-arch implant restorations can be life-changing, but they can also develop problems over time: implants can lose bone, the prosthesis can fracture or loosen, or the bite and fit may never have felt right. Dr. Nolan regularly sees patients who were treated elsewhere and are looking for a solution.
Care begins with a thorough evaluation of each implant, the surrounding bone, and the prosthesis itself. Depending on what we find, treatment may involve saving healthy implants, removing failing ones, adding new implants (including remote anchorage when bone is limited), and fabricating a new, well-fitting prosthesis.
Who it's for
- Patients whose full-arch bridge is loose, cracked, or repeatedly breaking
- Implants with bone loss, infection, or persistent inflammation (peri-implantitis)
- Discomfort, difficulty chewing, or speech problems with a current prosthesis
- Anyone told their full-arch treatment cannot be fixed and wanting another opinion
Recovery basics
- Recovery depends on the extent of treatment and is reviewed with you in detail before any surgery.
- When implants are replaced, healing is similar to an initial full-arch procedure, including a period of soft diet.
- A provisional prosthesis is often provided so you are not without teeth during healing.
- Ongoing maintenance visits help protect the long-term health of your new restoration.
Every recovery is individual. You'll receive written instructions specific to your procedure, and our team is always available to answer questions while you heal.