Dental prostheses

One of the main dental problems is tooth loss. This can be caused by tooth decay, injuries to the mouth or diseases such as periodontitis. At Oralitá we help you get your smile back and restore the health of your mouth with the most innovative and effective techniques available on the market.

A dental prosthesis is an effective solution to improve the function your mouth has lost. That is why the primary requirement of every prosthesis is to provide proper chewing function and to restore the appearance of your smile.

Our dentist, Dr. Matteo Ricucci, usually suggests fixed prostheses: with them we achieve results that are more long-lasting, more functional, more aesthetic and much more practical for everyday life. Matteo has many years of experience in this field of dentistry, so putting yourself in his hands means success and satisfaction.

For prosthetic treatment to be as successful as expected, we first focus on personalised advice for the patient, as this is the most important part of the process. We then focus on choosing the prosthesis and the material it will be made from. We can assure you that we only work with the best materials on the market, which we know will guarantee a good result both for the patient and for us.

So we work with a range of materials, from the most traditional to the latest metal-free materials, such as lithium disilicate, zirconia and ceramic. As with many dental treatments, a properly made prosthesis lasts for many years.

What types of prostheses do we offer?

Fixed dental prostheses

A fixed prosthesis replaces one or more broken or damaged teeth. It is usually anchored to the patient’s natural teeth, or it can also be placed on implants. This type of treatment requires a prior assessment, as each case may need a different solution (dental bridge, crowns, etc.). It is important to establish the starting situation to see whether one or more implants are needed. At Oralitá we recommend fixed prostheses over removable ones, and especially implant-supported fixed prostheses, so that the patient’s natural teeth are not put under pressure by the prosthesis. The doctor recommends relying on the bone to get better support. Today implant dentistry has advanced so much that our technology (CEREC) allows us to carry out the entire implant treatment in a single day.

Thanks to a fixed dental prosthesis, the patient regains not only the appearance of their smile but also the function of their mouth. The improvement is noticeable when chewing with confidence, discomfort disappears and aesthetic harmony is restored. In addition, we guarantee not only a complete improvement in the hold and firmness of the prosthesis, but also a 10-year guarantee (provided the patient has attended the corresponding check-ups and maintenance appointments).

Types of fixed dental prostheses

• On teeth: the patient’s natural teeth are used as the support for the prosthesis.
• On implants: the most recommended option, it involves anchoring the prosthesis onto titanium implants that have already osseointegrated.
• Dental crown: One of the most widely used and best-known prostheses, it is usually perfect for repairing and rebuilding teeth that have been damaged.
• Dental bridge: This treatment helps restore your smile if one or more teeth have been lost. Remember that it can be anchored onto implants or onto the patient’s natural teeth.

Fixed prostheses are one of the most common restorative solutions, which is why our clinic specialises in this treatment and keeps up to date with technological advances and the best materials. Our prostheses are metal-free and 100% biocompatible. It is very important to us to maintain our quality standards and strengthen our commitment to our patients by choosing the best materials and the best dental brands. Thanks to this, we are proud to offer a high-quality, guaranteed and trustworthy service.

Removable dental prostheses

A removable dental prosthesis, commonly known as dentures, is considered one of the most widely used options, especially in older patients.

This type of treatment has advanced enormously compared with a few years ago, and so we have very advanced dental technology to offer the patient the best solution. Our main goal is for the removable prosthesis to be comfortable, adaptable and aesthetically perfect, blending in with the patient’s natural teeth.

Aesthetic dental prostheses: veneers

Dental veneers are a perfect solution for patients whose teeth are stained, discoloured or slightly out of position. Today, thanks to the advances in cosmetic dentistry, we can enjoy perfect teeth with dental veneers. They improve not only the appearance of your smile but also the function of your mouth. It is a non-invasive technique that gives the patient the ideal smile they have dreamed of in just a few sessions. With veneers, we can correct the shape, size, colour and position of the teeth, which brings an incredible improvement to facial structure and symmetry.

The aesthetic veneers or dental caps we offer at our dental clinic are made of porcelain (although composite veneers also exist, we do not consider them high quality and so we do not use them). They are made of ceramic porcelain based on zirconium oxide, a material used in many other medical applications and known for its strength and durability. These veneers are custom designed and made for each patient, based on many factors, such as the colour or size of the teeth.

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