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Can I Combine Veneers and Implants for a Complete Smile Makeover?
I have some missing teeth but would also like to improve the appearance of my natural teeth with a more aesthetic and balanced smile. Can laminate veneers and dental implants be combined in the same…
Read the full answerAnswered byHakan Mermi · DentistYes. Based on the initial assessment, a combined treatment using laminate veneers, dental implants, and zirconia restorations may be considered. For the visible natural…
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…
What Are My Full-Mouth Implant Options With Severe Upper Jaw Bone Loss?
I am 65 years old and have high blood pressure, which is currently under control. I do not take any blood-thinning medication. In 2004, I had a bone graft in the upper front area, but unfortunately…
Read the full answerAnswered byHakan Mermi · DentistBased on the available information and previous X-ray, there does not appear to be enough bone in the upper jaw for conventional implant treatment. For patients with…
Can I Have 24 Zirconia Crowns for a Full Smile Makeover?
I would like to improve the appearance of both my upper and lower teeth with a full smile makeover. Would 24 zirconia crowns be suitable for me, and how can I protect the restorations after treatment?
Read the full answerAnswered byHakan Mermi · DentistBased on the initial assessment, a full smile rehabilitation with 24 zirconia crowns may be considered to improve the colour, shape, symmetry, and overall appearance of…
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…
What Are My Options for Replacing My Existing Crowns?
I am 48 years old, healthy, and I do not take any regular medications. I currently have BEGO dental implants and would like to replace my existing crowns to improve the appearance of my smile. What…
Read the full answerAnswered byHakan Mermi · DentistBased on the initial assessment, there are two possible treatment options for improving your smile. Option 1 – 24 Zirconia Restorations If your existing teeth 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…
Am I Suitable for 24 Zirconia Crowns?
I am considering a full smile restoration and would like to know whether 24 zirconia crowns would be suitable for me. Would I need dental implants as part of the treatment, or can the treatment be…
Read the full answerAnswered byHakan Mermi · DentistYes, zirconia restorations may be considered, but the final plan depends on whether you would like to replace the missing teeth with implants. If you prefer a more…
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…