Dr. Todd Shatkin Secures Dentures Using Mini Implants

In this episode, Dr. Todd Shatkin helps Robert, a patient who struggled to wear his upper denture for over 10 years due to a gag reflex. Dr. Shatkin places mini dental implants to secure the denture and improve its fit.

The procedure involves numbing Robert with buffered lidocaine, marking the implant sites, and inserting various-sized implants. Dr. Shatkin completes the implant placement with minimal discomfort to the patient and performs a reline to ensure the denture fits securely.

By the end, Robert is able to wear his denture comfortably for the first time in years, marking a successful outcome that will greatly improve his dental function.