Temporary Prosthesis: All on the 4 Provisional Prosthesis

A provisional, temporary, or interim prosthesis is a widely known fixed or removable dental prosthesis, created to improve stabilization, aesthetics, and function for a limited period (mostly 2 to 6 months, depending on the usage). Later, it is replaced by a definitive dental prosthesis.

What is Provisional Prosthesis?

A provisional prosthesis comprises the treatment agreement for an all on 4, all on 5, all on 6, and all on 8 processes. After the placement of dental implants, a short-term ‘bridge’ which has artificial acrylic teeth, will be fixed to the implant formation with special elements. Especially for utilization during the minimum four to the six-month interim time frame before the permanent bridge can be employed.

The time is required for new dental implants to mix with the bone of the jaw where they were placed, a procedure known as osseointegration. During this period, a provisional should be employed to restore function. In most cases, you can have some or no other natural teeth present to permit the right way of chewing, speaking, or looking ‘normal.’

Process of Provisional Prosthesis

The provisional ‘bridge’ is built in a trusted lab employing numerous similar methods used for attaining a permanent prosthesis. However, these prostheses are formed from a preliminary impression and before implant placement. The prosthodontist will make some adjustments to enhance the bite, comfort, and position as needed.

Most patients should know that this temporary prosthesis is only a short-term solution until the permanent bridge(s) are ready for placement. They are motivated to be extra careful with a provisional prosthesis. Some problems happen when patients accidentally cause damage to their provisional prosthesis.

Key Benefits

For several patients, the benefit of an instant, a temporary prosthesis is like night and day. Patients without functional teeth will now get a conventional set of teeth loaded instantly after the placement of dental implants. There will be no loss of self-confidence, embarrassment, and no need to hide from others. After the process, you will leave the clinic with a gorgeous smile.

Provisionals ensure to protect the integrating implants and gum tissue and assist in controlling swelling and bleeding. They also help first-time denture wearers adjust to the differences between dentures and natural teeth. Most importantly, they help in restoring some chewing ability and speech.

When patients get their permanent bridges, they are more regular to speaking and eating with this kind of restoration, which appears and feels similar to the natural teeth.

Be Accustomed to Provisional Prosthesis

Such provisional prostheses are fixed right after new dental implants are placed. The impression for their built was made before the implant placements. The bite and position can’t be totally correct. So, patients are suggested to schedule a visit to a trusted dental clinic for regular necessary adjustment for at least three to four days following the surgical day. Patients need to schedule this time to ensure proper fit and occlusion.

Ensure to visit your trusted doctor even if you face trouble adjusting or any problems, which may happen post-surgery and placement of the provincial prosthesis.

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