I have a concern.
My upper yaw teeth have been extracted in preparation for implants.
Dentist wanted to support new dentures with only two stents.
I suggested at least four implants. Dentist agreed but then she drilled three holes.
All three holes are in front close to each other, none in the back.
Besides the limited load distribution problem, my main concern is the torque on the stents.
If my molars bite on something hard, cantilever action with about 30 to 40 mm lever arm causes high torque at the point of the stents. I am afraid, this could break the yaw bone.
Is there a reason not to put two stents in the back close to the molars to eliminate the problem?
Please advise - Thanks
My upper yaw teeth have been extracted in preparation for implants.
Dentist wanted to support new dentures with only two stents.
I suggested at least four implants. Dentist agreed but then she drilled three holes.
All three holes are in front close to each other, none in the back.
Besides the limited load distribution problem, my main concern is the torque on the stents.
If my molars bite on something hard, cantilever action with about 30 to 40 mm lever arm causes high torque at the point of the stents. I am afraid, this could break the yaw bone.
Is there a reason not to put two stents in the back close to the molars to eliminate the problem?
Please advise - Thanks