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Dental services in Los Algodones
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Replacing many teeth
Compare fixed teeth and removable dentures supported by implants.
All-on-4
A fixed set of replacement teeth supported by four implants.
All-on-4
A fixed set of replacement teeth supported by four implants.
Fixed teeth stay in place for daily use; you do not take them out yourself. A plan should specify one or both arches, temporary and final teeth, materials and follow-up.
A question to ask
What temporary and final teeth are included in this plan?
Options listed for this treatment 4
Single arch means the upper or lower set of teeth; both arches means both. Ask what makes Standard and Premium plans different, including temporary and final teeth.
- All-on-4 – Both Arches – Premium
- All-on-4 – Both Arches – Standard
- All-on-4- Single Arch – Premium
- All-on-4 – Single Arch – Standard
All-on-6
A fixed set of replacement teeth supported by six implants.
All-on-6
A fixed set of replacement teeth supported by six implants.
Fixed teeth stay in place for daily use; you do not take them out yourself. Implant count is one part of planning. The exam, imaging, bite, materials and maintenance requirements also affect the design.
A question to ask
Why is this implant number being proposed for my arch?
Options listed for this treatment 4
Single arch means the upper or lower set of teeth; both arches means both. Ask which materials, temporary teeth and final teeth are included in Standard or Premium plans.
- All-on-6 – Both Arches – Premium
- All-on-6 – Both Arches – Standard
- All-on-6 – Single Arch – Premium
- All-on-6 – Single Arch – Standard
Snap-on dentures
A removable denture that connects to implants for support.
Snap-on dentures
A removable denture that connects to implants for support.
Unlike a fixed restoration, this denture is removed as instructed for cleaning and care. Ask about attachments, implant count and replacement or maintenance of the connecting parts.
A question to ask
How do I remove, clean and maintain the denture and attachments?
Options listed for this treatment 4
The options differ by implant count. Ask how the planned attachments and implants support the denture and how they will be maintained.
- Snap-on Denture – 2 Implants
- Snap-on Denture – 3 Implants
- Snap-On Denture – 4 Implants
- Snap-On Denture – 5 Implants
3-on-6 implants
Three fixed bridges supported by six implants to replace a full arch.
3-on-6 implants
Three fixed bridges supported by six implants to replace a full arch.
The replacement teeth are divided into three bridges that stay in place for daily use; you do not take them out yourself. Ask how each bridge is supported, how the spaces are cleaned and how a repair would be handled.
A question to ask
How does the bridge design change cleaning and future repairs?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- 3-on-6 Dental Implants
Zygomatic implants
Implants anchored in the cheekbone to support upper replacement teeth.
Zygomatic implants
Implants anchored in the cheekbone to support upper replacement teeth.
Zygomatic implants use the cheekbone for support when the upper jaw has insufficient bone for conventional implants. This approach requires specialist review and imaging. Ask why it is being considered and what alternatives were assessed.
A question to ask
Why is a specialist considering this approach rather than another option?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Full Arch Zygomatic Implant Package
Dental implants
Understand the implant, the connecting part and the replacement tooth.
Dental implants
A support placed in the jaw for a replacement tooth or restoration.
Dental implants
A support placed in the jaw for a replacement tooth or restoration.
An implant is placed in the jaw to support a replacement tooth. The implant, abutment and crown are different parts, so check which are included in a proposed plan.
A question to ask
What is included: the implant, abutment and final crown?
Options listed for this treatment 4
Implant-only options do not include a crown. Compare the proposed material and scope of the complete restoration, not just the implant.
- Dental Implant – Titanium + Crown
- Dental Implant – Titanium (Implant Only)
- Dental Implant – Zirconia + Crown
- Dental Implant – Zirconia (Implant Only)
Crowns over implants
The visible replacement tooth attached to an implant.
Crowns over implants
The visible replacement tooth attached to an implant.
A crown over an implant is different from a crown fitted over a natural tooth. Existing implant records, the connecting part and the proposed restoration should be reviewed together.
A question to ask
Are my implant system and connecting parts documented?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Crown over implant (including abutment)
Implant systems and brands
Questions about Straumann, Nobel and the parts used in an implant plan.
Implant systems and brands
Questions about Straumann, Nobel and the parts used in an implant plan.
The implant brand is one detail in a treatment plan. Keep a record of the system and components, and ask how follow-up and replacement parts will be handled.
A question to ask
Will I receive a record of the implant system and components?
Options listed for this treatment 2
One option includes a crown; the implant-only option does not. Ask which system, abutment and final restoration the plan specifies.
- Straumann Implant package (Straumann Implant + Zirconium Crown)
- Straumann or Nobel Implant (implant only)
Repairing and replacing teeth
Explore care for damaged teeth, gaps and older dental work.
Dental crowns
A restoration that covers a damaged or weakened tooth.
Dental crowns
A restoration that covers a damaged or weakened tooth.
A crown covers a natural tooth to restore its shape and function. Tooth condition, remaining structure and bite influence the plan; some teeth need additional treatment or buildup first.
A question to ask
Does this tooth need other treatment before a crown?
Options listed for this treatment 3
Zirconia and porcelain fused to metal are material choices. A temporary crown or veneer serves a different stage of care from the final restoration.
- Crown – Zirconia
- Crown – Porcelain Fused to Metal
- Temporary Crown/Veneer
Dental bridges
Connected replacement teeth that span a gap.
Dental bridges
Connected replacement teeth that span a gap.
A bridge plan should explain the gap being replaced and what supports the restoration. Unit counts include the connected parts of the bridge, so ask which teeth are being restored or used for support.
A question to ask
Which teeth support this bridge, and what are the alternatives?
Options listed for this treatment 5
The unit count describes the connected teeth in the bridge, including supporting and replacement units. Confirm the gap and supporting teeth on your plan.
- Fixed Bridge – 2 Units
- Fixed Bridge – 3 Units
- Fixed Bridge – 4 Units
- Fixed Bridge – 5 Units
- Fixed Bridge – 6 Units
Dentures
Removable replacement teeth for some or all teeth in an arch.
Dentures
Removable replacement teeth for some or all teeth in an arch.
Complete and partial dentures have different designs. A partial denture replaces some teeth; a complete denture replaces a full arch. Ask about fit, support, adjustment visits and everyday care.
A question to ask
How will the fit be checked and adjusted after placement?
Options listed for this treatment 3
Complete dentures replace a full arch; partial dentures replace some teeth. Acrylic and metal-frame labels describe different partial-denture designs.
- Removable Denture – Complete
- Removable Denture – Partial – Acrylic Frame
- Removable Denture – Partial – Metal Frame
Post and core buildup
A core supports a crown; a post may help hold the core in place.
Post and core buildup
A core supports a crown; a post may help hold the core in place.
A core rebuilds the tooth structure needed to hold a crown. A post sits in a treated root canal to retain the core when needed. The dentist assesses the remaining tooth before proposing either; not every root-canal-treated tooth needs a post.
A question to ask
What remaining tooth structure will support the crown?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Post/Core Build-Up
Root canal treatment
Learn about treating the inside of a tooth and restoring it afterward.
Root canal treatment
Treatment inside a tooth, followed by an appropriate restoration.
Root canal treatment
Treatment inside a tooth, followed by an appropriate restoration.
Root canal treatment removes affected tissue from inside the tooth, cleans the canals and seals them. The dentist also plans how the tooth will be restored afterward, such as with a filling or crown.
A question to ask
What restoration is needed after the root canal, and is it included?
Options listed for this treatment 2
The two options differ in whether a crown is included. Confirm the final restoration your tooth needs and the scope of the proposed quote.
- Root Canal – Not including crown
- Root Canal – Including Crown
Cleaning, gum care and fillings
Compare routine care with treatment for decay or gum problems.
Dental cleaning
Routine professional cleaning as part of preventive dental care.
Dental cleaning
Routine professional cleaning as part of preventive dental care.
Routine cleaning and treatment for gum disease are different services. An exam helps determine what type of care is needed and whether further gum assessment is appropriate.
A question to ask
Is routine cleaning appropriate, or do my gums need a different assessment?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Dental Cleaning
Deep cleaning
Cleaning tooth-root surfaces below the gumline as part of gum treatment.
Deep cleaning
Cleaning tooth-root surfaces below the gumline as part of gum treatment.
Scaling cleans deposits below the gumline; root planing smooths the tooth-root surfaces. Unlike routine preventive cleaning, this treatment addresses areas affected by gum disease. Ask what findings led to the recommendation, which areas need treatment and how the response will be reviewed.
A question to ask
Which areas need treatment, and when will my gums be reassessed?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Deep cleaning, scaling and root planing
Dental fillings
Restoration of a tooth affected by decay or a smaller area of damage.
Dental fillings
Restoration of a tooth affected by decay or a smaller area of damage.
The size and location of damage, remaining tooth structure and bite affect the choice of restoration. Ask why a filling is being considered and whether another restoration needs comparison.
A question to ask
Why is a filling suitable for the size and location of this damage?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Dental Fillings
Gum tissue reshaping
A consultation about removing or reshaping gum tissue.
Gum tissue reshaping
A consultation about removing or reshaping gum tissue.
The reason for gum-tissue treatment should be explained after an examination. Ask whether the purpose is gum care, access for a restoration or an appearance concern, and what follow-up is needed.
A question to ask
What is the reason for reshaping the tissue in my case?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Gingivectomy
Changes to your smile
Compare options for tooth color, shape and alignment.
Dental veneers
Thin restorations used to change the appearance of the front of teeth.
Dental veneers
Thin restorations used to change the appearance of the front of teeth.
Compare porcelain and resin options with attention to tooth condition, preparation, maintenance and repair. Veneers and crowns serve different purposes, so discuss the reason for each recommendation.
A question to ask
How much preparation is planned, and how will the veneers be maintained?
Options listed for this treatment 2
Porcelain and resin are different materials. Ask how preparation, maintenance, repair and replacement differ for your teeth.
- Veneers – Porcelain
- Veneers – Resin
Teeth whitening
In-office or at-home care focused on tooth color.
Teeth whitening
In-office or at-home care focused on tooth color.
Discuss your starting tooth color, sensitivity and existing restorations before choosing a whitening approach. Ask how crowns, fillings or veneers may affect the appearance of the result.
A question to ask
How could whitening affect the match with my existing restorations?
Options listed for this treatment 2
In-office and at-home options involve different arrangements. Ask about the product, instructions, sensitivity and follow-up.
- Teeth Whitening – In Office
- Teeth Whitening – At Home
Clear aligners
A consultation about tooth alignment using clear removable trays.
Clear aligners
A consultation about tooth alignment using clear removable trays.
Alignment planning requires an assessment and appropriate records. Ask what movements are planned, what monitoring is needed and how retainers will be used afterward.
A question to ask
What monitoring and retention are part of the proposed plan?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Invisalign
Surgery and diagnostic support
Understand procedures that may be part of a wider treatment plan.
Tooth extractions
Removal of a tooth after reviewing its condition and alternatives.
Tooth extractions
Removal of a tooth after reviewing its condition and alternatives.
Simple and surgical extraction describe different approaches. Ask why removal is being proposed, whether the tooth can be restored and what care or replacement planning follows.
A question to ask
What alternatives to removal were reviewed, and what happens afterward?
Options listed for this treatment 2
Simple and surgical approaches depend on the tooth and its position. The clinician should explain which is proposed and why.
- Simple Extraction
- Surgical Extraction
Bone grafting
Adding bone or a bone substitute to build up an area of the jaw.
Bone grafting
Adding bone or a bone substitute to build up an area of the jaw.
A bone graft places bone or a bone substitute where more bone is needed, such as a planned implant site. The need and extent depend on examination and imaging. Ask which site needs a graft, what material is proposed and how healing will be reviewed.
A question to ask
What is the purpose of the graft, and how is its scope determined?
Options listed for this treatment 3
Small, medium and large describe scope, not an assessment of your needs. Ask how the site and extent will be measured.
- Bone Graft – Small
- Bone Graft – Medium
- Bone Graft – Large
Sinus lift
Raising the sinus floor to make room for graft material in the upper back jaw.
Sinus lift
Raising the sinus floor to make room for graft material in the upper back jaw.
A sinus lift raises the sinus floor and places bone-graft material beneath it to develop bone for upper-jaw implants. Suitability depends on an individual assessment and imaging. Ask what the imaging shows, why it is being considered and how it changes the treatment sequence.
A question to ask
What does the imaging show, and how does this change the sequence?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Sinus Lift
Dental CT imaging
Three-dimensional imaging that can support treatment planning.
Dental CT imaging
Three-dimensional imaging that can support treatment planning.
Ask why three-dimensional imaging is needed for the proposed care and whether existing records can be used. The imaging decision should follow the clinical question being assessed.
A question to ask
Why is this scan needed for the treatment being considered?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- CT Scan
IV sedation
Sedation medication given through a vein to help you relax during care.
IV sedation
Sedation medication given through a vein to help you relax during care.
IV means intravenous: sedation medication is given through a vein to help you relax during a procedure. The level of sedation depends on the plan and your health history. Ask who provides and monitors it, what preparation is required and what arrangements are needed afterward.
A question to ask
Who will provide and monitor sedation, and what preparation is required?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Sedation – IV
Facial treatments
Explore a separate consultation for facial-aesthetic concerns.
Botulinum toxin
A consultation about treatment for facial expression lines.
Botulinum toxin
A consultation about treatment for facial expression lines.
Discuss the specific area, goals, medical history and treatment limitations with the clinician. Dental-service browsing does not establish suitability for a facial treatment.
A question to ask
What are the limitations and risks for the area I want treated?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Botulinum toxin
Masseter consultation
A separate assessment of jaw-muscle concerns and proposed treatment.
Masseter consultation
A separate assessment of jaw-muscle concerns and proposed treatment.
Explain whether your concern is jaw symptoms, muscle size or appearance. The clinician should clarify the assessment and purpose before discussing botulinum-toxin treatment.
A question to ask
Is the proposed treatment addressing a symptom, appearance, or both?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Masseter botulinum toxin
Lip treatment
A consultation about hyaluronic-acid lip filler, an injectable treatment.
Lip treatment
A consultation about hyaluronic-acid lip filler, an injectable treatment.
Hyaluronic-acid lip filler is an injectable treatment intended to change lip fullness. Discuss the change you want, prior treatments, health history, limitations and risks. The proposed treatment and follow-up should be explained before a decision.
A question to ask
What change is realistic, and what risks and follow-up should I understand?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Hyaluronic acid in lips
Under-eye consultation
A consultation about NCTF skin-treatment products and under-eye concerns.
Under-eye consultation
A consultation about NCTF skin-treatment products and under-eye concerns.
NCTF is FILLMED’s name for a family of skin-treatment products, with injectable and topical versions. The treatment route depends on the exact product. Under-eye concerns need an individual assessment. Ask which version is proposed, its intended use, treatment limits and alternatives.
A question to ask
What is the proposed product and why is it being considered?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- NCTF under-eye revitalization
Collagen-stimulation consultation
A consultation about Sculptra, an injectable collagen-stimulation treatment.
Collagen-stimulation consultation
A consultation about Sculptra, an injectable collagen-stimulation treatment.
Sculptra is an injectable product containing poly-L-lactic acid, used in facial treatments intended to stimulate collagen production. Ask about the purpose, planned sequence, limitations and follow-up. The clinician can explain whether the approach suits your goals.
A question to ask
What treatment sequence and follow-up are being proposed?
Options listed for this treatment 1
- Sculptra collagen stimulation
Common questions
Details worth understanding
Get clearer about the parts, scope and follow-up in a treatment plan.
Is an implant the same as an implant crown?
No. The implant supports the replacement tooth; the crown is the visible tooth, and an abutment connects the parts. Check which components a proposed plan includes.
How do fixed teeth differ from removable dentures?
Fixed restorations stay in place for everyday use. Removable dentures are taken out as instructed for cleaning and care. Compare support, cleaning, maintenance and repair needs with the dentist.
Does a root canal include the crown?
The root canal and the final restoration are separate parts of care. A plan may list them together or separately. Ask what restoration is needed and whether it is included.
Why do similar treatment quotes include different things?
Compare the number of teeth or arches, temporary and final restorations, materials, imaging, additional procedures and follow-up. Similar service names can describe different scopes.
Which records should I bring to a treatment review?
Bring existing dental records, recent images if you have them, a previous treatment plan, and a list of medications and medical conditions. Ask the clinic which records are needed before arranging new imaging.
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The International Team for Implantology focuses on implant education and research. Clinicians participate through membership, courses and Study Clubs.
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