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Clear filtersCan I Get Dental Implants and Zirconia Crowns If I Have Bone Loss?
I have several damaged and missing teeth, and I have been told that I have bone loss around some of my remaining teeth. I would like to restore my smile with dental implants and zirconia crowns, but…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment, there is significant bone loss around several teeth, which may affect their long-term stability and the available bone support for…
Can I Get Zirconia Bridges Without Implants in One Visit to Istanbul?
I have several damaged and missing teeth and would like to restore my smile with fixed dental restorations. However, I do not want dental implants and can only travel to Istanbul once for treatment…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistYes, a treatment plan using zirconia crowns and bridges without dental implants may be considered, depending on the condition of your remaining teeth and their ability…
Can I Have a Full Smile Makeover With Implants and Zirconia Crowns?
I am 58 years old and have no known medical conditions, take no regular medications or supplements, and have no known food or medication allergies. I smoke approximately 5 cigarettes per day and…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment, a combination of dental implants and zirconia restorations may be considered to restore both the appearance and function of your smile…
Can I Have Full-Mouth Implant Treatment With Controlled Diabetes and High Blood Pressure?
I am 59 years old and have diabetes and high blood pressure, both of which are controlled with medication. I currently take: Ozempic 2 mg Metformin 1000 mg Atorvastatin 20 mg Glipizide 10 mg…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBecause your diabetes and blood pressure are currently controlled, implant treatment may be considered. However, since surgical procedures are planned, we would still…
Can I Have Full-Mouth Implants After All My Teeth Are Removed?
I am 58 years old and generally healthy. I have also provided a CBCT scan for evaluation. I would like to replace my remaining teeth with a fixed full-mouth solution. What implant treatment may be…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment and CBCT evaluation, a full-mouth extraction followed by implant-supported rehabilitation may be considered. For the upper jaw, the…
Can I Have Fixed Teeth With Implants and Zirconia Crowns?
I have several damaged teeth and remaining roots in both jaws, and I would like a fixed full-mouth rehabilitation with implants and zirconia restorations. What treatment plan may be suitable for me?
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment, the remaining roots in the upper jaw need to be extracted before the final restorative treatment can be completed. For the upper jaw…
Can I Replace My Missing Teeth With Implants and Zirconia Crowns?
I have several missing teeth and would like to restore both the appearance and function of my smile with a combination of dental implants and zirconia crowns. What treatment plan may be suitable for…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment, a combined implant and zirconia treatment may be considered to restore the missing teeth and create a more complete smile. The proposed…
Can Veneers Fix Crooked Front Teeth?
My front teeth are slightly crooked, and I would like to improve their alignment and overall appearance with laminate veneers. Would veneers be suitable for me, and do I need to treat all of the…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistLaminate veneers may be considered to improve the shape, symmetry, alignment, and overall appearance of the teeth that are visible when you smile. If you would like a…
Can My Infected Root Canal-Treated Teeth Be Replaced With Implants?
I have several teeth that have previously had root canal treatment, and I have been told that some of them may have infections around the roots. Which teeth may need to be extracted, can implants be…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial assessment, several areas require careful evaluation because some teeth have previous root canal treatment and signs of infection. Teeth 13, 15, and…
Can I Have Porcelain Veneers on My Four Front Teeth?
I would like to improve only my four upper front teeth. My goal is to achieve a natural appearance with straighter, more symmetrical teeth and reduce the small spaces between them. Would porcelain…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistBased on the initial bite assessment, your lower teeth are contacting the upper palate area, which means your current bite is not ideal for porcelain veneers. Because…
Can I Have Dental Implants at 83 With Controlled Atrial Fibrillation?
I am 83 years old and have atrial fibrillation, which is currently controlled with medication. Am I suitable for dental implant treatment, and what precautions would be required because of my heart…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistYour age alone does not automatically prevent dental implant treatment. However, because you have atrial fibrillation, your current cardiac status and medications must…
Why Does My Composite Bonding Keep Breaking and What Is a Longer-Lasting Option?
I have previously had composite bonding, but some of the restorations have broken and become discoloured over time. What may be causing these problems, and is there a more durable treatment option…
Read the full answerAnswered byEda Tınaş · DentistYou have previously undergone composite bonding treatment, but because your bite is not ideally suited to this type of restoration, some of the bonding has experienced…