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Some patients may utilize a partial or complete denture as a replacement for a missing tooth or teeth. When you are preparing to receive a removable prosthesis, your surgeon has to ensure that the mouth is prepared to support the prosthesis comfortably to avoid any discomfort or complications that may arise from an improperly fitting piece. Since each mouth is different, the shape of the mouth may not always be ideal to receive a prosthesis. A surgical procedure may be necessary to ensure that the prosthesis fits properly and offers maximum comfort to the patient.
Many patients wonder why their mouth doesn’t support the prosthesis as it is. Just as our genes give us different physical attributes like face shape, hair color, and height, we have different shaped gum tissue and jaws as well. Sometimes, the jaw bone is not perfectly developed or shaped to accommodate tooth replacements comfortably or in a stable manner. This can make everyday activities, like chewing food and speaking, very difficult or even painful in some cases. As dentures rest on top of the jaw bone, it is extremely important that the mouth is the proper shape and size for the denture to comfortably and accurately function. Dr. Kunkel can reshape your mouth to make your prosthesis feel and fit comfortably through pre-prosthetic surgery.
There are a variety of procedures that might be performed to prepare your mouth for a denture. The procedure you receive will be dependent on your specific mouth’s individual characteristics and needs. Common pre-prosthetic procedures include
- Reduction in the size of the alveolar ridge
- Exposure of impacted teeth
- Smoothing or reshaping of the jaw bone
- Removal of excess gum tissue or bone
At Pikes Peak Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center, we want to ensure that you feel as informed and comfortable as possible prior to your procedure. Our skilled surgical and office staff and Dr. Kunkel will fully discuss treatments options with you and present the best alternatives for tooth replacement. Many patients elect to receive long-term solutions, such as dental implants, in order to restore the best function and aesthetics possible to their mouths.
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OFFERING ROBOT ASSISTED SURGERY WITH YOMI®.
Yomi is only FDA Cleared Robotic device for oral surgery
Why us
My name is Chris Mussone, DDS, and my practice name is my name: Christopher Mussone, DDS, Family Dentist. I refer to Dr. Kunkel because I have a lot of confidence in him. I feel that when I send patients his way that they're going to come back happy. I send patients over here most often for implants and extractions. So when I send Dr. Kunkel patients, they’re patients that I see generally for life. So, I trust him to treat my patients the way I would want them treated in my office. When my patients come back to me, they generally feel that Dr. Kunkel’s office has treated them well and that he has followed up in an appropriate manner, and they’ve had no problems.
- Dr. Mussone
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why us
When choosing an oral and maxillofacial surgeon in the Colorado Springs area, we know that patients want to find an oral surgeon and surgical team that they feel comfortable with and trust to provide extraordinary care.
Dr. Michael Kunkel and his experienced surgical and office staff are a knowledgeable and compassionate group of individuals who want to provide you with an outstanding experience in our office. Our entire team works together to ensure that every patient receives optimal results following surgery.
They are ready to answer your questions regarding appointment preparation, treatment, office policies, and coordination of care with your regular restorative dentist.
Our office utilizes a state-of-the-art surgical suite, digital imaging, and houses full instrument sterilization facilities to ensure our patient’s safety during every procedure. We use the latest surgical techniques and materials to provide our patients with the highest standard of care.
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