I'm finally going to be able to afford to get some work done on them soon.. and I'm wondering if there are any possibilities that 6 implants side-by-side couldn't be done.

Again, I'll need 6 implants. Two incisors, two canines, and both fronts.

If for some reason the oral surgeon could NOT implant 6 fake teeth next to eachother, what would the reason be for that? And what would be an alternative if it couldn't be done?

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to read this. Any advice is much appreciated.

David A.F. Anderson, DDS
2645 Arapaho Road, Suite 113
Garland, Texas 75044
972-495-8100
http://www.davidandersondds.com/

I just spoke with his office a few days ago and I'm impressed with his web site. Kindly say "hello" to Laura for me. You'll get good care.

Best of all the prices are about 50% (or less) than what you would pay in Garland. For surgery, 6 implants, abutments and implant crowns, you're looking at $15-20K in Garland.

Back to my original question, though.. would there be ANY reason 6 implants could *not* be put in side-by-side? The reason I ask, is that I have a big fear that they are going to tell me I'll need to just wear a partial denture. And I do NOT want that.

Jeffrey: Is there any reason you chose that particular dentist out of the hundreds in this area (other than his nice website)? I'm just curious. Is it some sort of dentist network referral thing? (I don't mean for that to sound rude or anything, it's an sincere question)

Juan: Thanks for the heads-up. I'll check them out. Money is also a big issue, so that helps. I actually looked into that Baylor School of Denistry in Dallas because I've heard they offer huge discounts because supervised students do the actual work. The only problem is that there is a HUGE waiting list to get work done. I've heard up to a year.

Both of you: I'm also going to need to be "put to sleep" during this whole process.. So I'm also wondering if either of the places you two spoke of offer that "sedation dentistry" option.

Anyhow, thanks again for your help everyone.

I will definately be posting before and after pictures once I finally get rolling with this.

Just returned from the Dodger game, but I can still offer a brief comment. If the bone is good and the bite relationshiop acceptable, implants can be placed in proximity of one another. A thorough clinical exam is necessary to make a proper diagnosis.

My dental referral recommendations are made primarily on two considerations: Commitment to quality care and integrity. A web site and a dentist's staff often project both factors (positively or negatively). Dr. Anderson's web site, its content, his practice philosophy, and conversation with his office staff gave me good vibrations.

As to "networking," as a professional courtesy, I am reticent to offer negative comments, but have occasionally made exceptions, always in good conscience.

We cuurently have a mother and son from Arlington in our office, and we are saving them $9420US. From $15980 in Texas to $6560 in our office here in Mazatlan.

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Originally posted by Nick Konev:
Since you are in Texas, Nuevo Laredo is a good choice, but I can't vouch for the quality of work you will receive.

We cuurently have a mother and son from Arlington in our office, and we are saving them $9420US. From $15980 in Texas to $6560 in our office here in Mazatlan.

I started Mexican Dental Vacation because I would come here from Oregon for dentalwork, but it was very difficult to find a good dentist here in Mazatlan. I wanted to keep people from making the same mistakes I made, and now we have an excellent dentist working with us. Check us out on the web, we do great work and can save you a lot of money.

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Originally posted by Ryan:
I have very messed up teeth. I was naturally missing 2 of my adult incisors (they just never grew in. When I was about 13 or 14, I had braces taken off and they gave me a retainer with 2 temporary fake teeth attached. Well, at the time, my family couldn't afford to get 2 implants or bridges done for me, so somehow or another, I left the retainer in until this day. It's been 10 years. Yes 10. I've had the same retainer in for that long, and it's completely eroded my upper teeth. My two fronts and 2 canines are so worn down they're sharp to the touch and I've been told I will need them taken out. I want to add this has been the most self-esteem-destroying situation I've ever had to deal with.

I'm finally going to be able to afford to get some work done on them soon.. and I'm wondering if there are any possibilities that 6 implants side-by-side couldn't be done.

Again, I'll need 6 implants. Two incisors, two canines, and both fronts.

If for some reason the oral surgeon could NOT implant 6 fake teeth next to eachother, what would the reason be for that? And what would be an alternative if it couldn't be done?

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to read this. Any advice is much appreciated.

-Ryan

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That's really interesting, Ryan! I also had missing teeth growing up. Fortunately, my orthodontist simply decided to bring all my teeth together, close the gaps, and file down the canines to make them appear more like incisors, thereby eliminating the real need for implants or anything of that nature. It's not even detectable unless there's an extreeeemely observative individual staring into my mouth. Most people don't notice until I point it out.

I also remember my orthodontist asking whether there was anyone else in our family who had missing teeth. He said normally it's a genetic thing. I said no, since I didn't know anyone else with my condition, but years later I went to Europe and met some long lost cousins for the first time, and I noticed that they also happened to be missing the same teeth!! I've only met one other person to have the same condition, and when I asked about it, it seemed like that person did not want to discuss the fact they were missing teeth even though I had the same problem. Maybe it was an esteem issue like you mentioned.

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Originally posted by Nick Konev:
Since you are in Texas, Nuevo Laredo is a good choice, but I can't vouch for the quality of work you will receive.

We cuurently have a mother and son from Arlington in our office, and we are saving them $9420US. From $15980 in Texas to $6560 in our office here in Mazatlan.

I started Mexican Dental Vacation because I would come here from Oregon for dentalwork, but it was very difficult to find a good dentist here in Mazatlan. I wanted to keep people from making the same mistakes I made, and now we have an excellent dentist working with us. Check us out on the web, we do great work and can save you a lot of money.

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how can I reach you or your office for dental work in mazatlan?
thanks.

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Originally posted by Nick Konev:
Since you are in Texas, Nuevo Laredo is a good choice, but I can't vouch for the quality of work you will receive.

We cuurently have a mother and son from Arlington in our office, and we are saving them $9420US. From $15980 in Texas to $6560 in our office here in Mazatlan.

I started Mexican Dental Vacation because I would come here from Oregon for dentalwork, but it was very difficult to find a good dentist here in Mazatlan. I wanted to keep people from making the same mistakes I made, and now we have an excellent dentist working with us. Check us out on the web, we do great work and can save you a lot of money.

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how can I reach you or your office for dental work in mazatlan?
thanks. please reply to info@fingerlakesmgt.com
thanks.

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Originally posted by Nick Konev:
Since you are in Texas, Nuevo Laredo is a good choice, but I can't vouch for the quality of work you will receive.

We cuurently have a mother and son from Arlington in our office, and we are saving them $9420US. From $15980 in Texas to $6560 in our office here in Mazatlan.

I started Mexican Dental Vacation because I would come here from Oregon for dentalwork, but it was very difficult to find a good dentist here in Mazatlan. I wanted to keep people from making the same mistakes I made, and now we have an excellent dentist working with us. Check us out on the web, we do great work and can save you a lot of money.

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Originally posted by Ryan:
I have very messed up teeth. I was naturally missing 2 of my adult incisors (they just never grew in. When I was about 13 or 14, I had braces taken off and they gave me a retainer with 2 temporary fake teeth attached. Well, at the time, my family couldn't afford to get 2 implants or bridges done for me, so somehow or another, I left the retainer in until this day. It's been 10 years. Yes 10. I've had the same retainer in for that long, and it's completely eroded my upper teeth. My two fronts and 2 canines are so worn down they're sharp to the touch and I've been told I will need them taken out. I want to add this has been the most self-esteem-destroying situation I've ever had to deal with.

I'm finally going to be able to afford to get some work done on them soon.. and I'm wondering if there are any possibilities that 6 implants side-by-side couldn't be done.

Again, I'll need 6 implants. Two incisors, two canines, and both fronts.

If for some reason the oral surgeon could NOT implant 6 fake teeth next to eachother, what would the reason be for that? And what would be an alternative if it couldn't be done?

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to read this. Any advice is much appreciated.

-Ryan

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Reminds me of a story of the local barber who was being run out of business by a new assembly line, high volume barber across the street who was doing haircuts for $5.