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Ostectomy of maxillary and mandibular alveolar ridge, with removal of entire dentition - in preparation for full-mouth implants.

This patient had severe periodontal (gum) disease which results in bone loss around the teeth, which causes tooth mobility. Once this condition reaches this point, the teeth are hopeless, and removal is necessary. The reason the bone was removed in addition to the teeth was for adequate bone availability for the implants and adequate inter-arch space (space between the top and bottom jaws) for an appropriate prosthesis. In this case, it will be a hybrid denture - secured by implants. This is often called an "all-on-four". . Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a set of inflammatory conditions affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth. In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums become swollen, red, and may bleed. In its more serious form, called periodontitis, the gums can pull away from the tooth, bone can be lost, and the teeth may loosen or fall out. Credit: StafneDefect Tag a friend and follow us @Medicalpedia for more!