Brenda's Dental Implant Story

Brenda was referred to Dr. Chal by Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale. She was having serious problems with her previous implant treatment, which was performed in California. She had persistent infections around her implants, and had numbness and constant pain in her lower lip.

Dr. Chal's examination disclosed that three upper implants had been placed in her nose. Also, the nerve to her lower lip was being compressed by the lower implants, which was causing the peculiar combination of numbness and pain. Some of the implant fixtures were loose and were trapping bacteria.

Infection and nerve impairment are common problems with dental implant placement when thorough dental implant diagnostic procedures aren't followed.

Brenda - before

The Mayo Clinic treated the infection, and Dr. Chal and his team (including dental radiology specialist Dr. David Hatcher, and Dr. Chal's implant technician, Bruce Keeling) restored her mouth to complete function and comfort. Dr. Chal and Bruce Keeling designed a fixed retrievable restoration for her case. Since doing the case, they have been teaching this technique to international audiences of dentists and technicians.

Brenda - after

After Dr. Chal restored her mouth, Brenda's sister made the comment that she looks ten years younger.

Below is a photo of a loose screw that was removed from Brenda's jaw, with the deposits on it. It was causing infection in her jaw.

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