{"id":1814,"date":"2026-01-29T20:59:01","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/?p=1814"},"modified":"2026-02-10T12:47:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T09:47:06","slug":"temporary-teeth-during-healing-period","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/temporary-teeth-during-healing-period\/","title":{"rendered":"Temporary Teeth During Healing Period\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>&nbsp;In implant treatment, the goal is not only to replace missing teeth, but also to manage the process in a way that disrupts the patient\u2019s social life, appearance, and chewing comfort as little as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where temporary teeth (provisional prostheses \/ provisional crowns) come into play.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are Tempoary Teeth ?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Temporary teeth are non-permanent but functional tooth\/prosthetic solutions used until the implants fully integrate with the bone (the osseointegration period).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional crown (for a single tooth or a few teeth)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional fixed prosthesis (a screw-retained PMMA bridge on multiple implants)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional removable denture (especially in multiple missing teeth or complete edentulism)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of temporary restoration is planned according to the number and location of implants, the patient\u2019s esthetic expectations, chewing forces, and the condition of the bone and gum tissues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Psychological Benefit: Making the Treatment Process Easier\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Temporary teeth are non-permanent but functional tooth\/prosthetic solutions used until the implants fully integrate with the bone (the osseointegration period).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;They may include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional crown (for a single tooth or a few teeth)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional fixed prosthesis (a screw-retained PMMA bridge on multiple implants)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional removable denture (especially in multiple missing teeth or complete edentulism)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of temporary restoration is planned according to the number and location of implants, the patient\u2019s esthetic expectations, chewing forces, and the condition of the bone and gum tissues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Multi-Unit Abutments and PMMA Temporary Fixed Teeth (All-on-4 \/ All-on-6)\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Papirus Dental in Fethiye \u00d6l\u00fcdeniz, in full-arch implant treatments such as All-on-4 \/ All-on-6, special components are used between implant placement and connecting the prosthesis. These components are called multi-unit abutments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; A multi-unit abutment is a connector that acts as a bridge between the implant and the fixed prosthesis above it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Because it can be produced in different angles, it helps align angled implants on the same plane, allowing the prosthesis to fit more evenly, esthetically, and in a balanced way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; The prosthesis is connected to the multi-units with a screw-retained system, which means it can be removed by the clinician when necessary for check-ups, maintenance, or repairs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the healing period, a PMMA (acrylic-based) provisional fixed prosthesis is fabricated and attached with screws. Shortly after surgery, the patient can:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Speak and smile with fixed teeth,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Regain chewing function in a controlled manner,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Move quickly beyond the psychological burden of being without teeth for years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why Do We Use a PMMA Provisional Prosthesis?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMMA is a high-quality provisional prosthetic material used during the implant healing phase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advantages of a PMMA provisional fixed prosthesis\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Esthetics and confidence Especially for completely edentulous patients, the appearance of gaps is eliminated from the first day. The patient feels much more comfortable when returning to social life, work, and photos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Functional comfort It provides much more comfortable chewing compared to being completely without teeth. Soft and moderately firm foods can be consumed comfortably (hard foods still require caution).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Soft tissue shaping The relationship between the gums and the lips\/cheeks is shaped and stabilized with the provisional prosthesis. When the final zirconia\/porcelain prosthesis is made, the gum line and lip support become much more predictable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. A \u201ctest-drive\u201d for the final prosthesis Tooth length, smile line, speech (phonetics), and lip support are tested using the provisional&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>prosthesis. The patient can give esthetic feedback, and these data can be directly reflected in the final prosthesis design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMMA is relatively more flexible than final prosthetic materials. This helps distribute chewing forces more evenly and in a more controlled way on the implants during the healing period.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why Is the Multi-Unit Screw-Retained System Considered Modern?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In traditional systems, prostheses were often connected to implants with cement (cement-retained). This could lead to issues such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Excess cement escaping under the gum line,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Chronic inflammation in areas that are difficult to clean,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Difficulty removing the prosthesis for evaluation and maintenance when needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, when this approach is combined with digital dentistry steps such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; 3D CBCT bone analysis,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Digital impressions \/ intraoral scanning,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; CAD-CAM design and milling,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Provisional prostheses milled from high-density PMMA blocks,it creates a comprehensive, modern full-arch implant workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full-Arch Implant Treatments with Multi-Unit + PMMA in the Fethiye Region\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For patients in and around Fethiye who want fixed teeth due to complete edentulism or multiple missing teeth, treatments such as All-on-4 \/ All-on-6 with multi-unit screw-retained PMMA provisional fixed prostheses are not yet a routine standard method in every clinic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Papirus Dental, this advanced surgical and prosthetic process is carried out using a controlled protocol from start to finish, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Detailed bone analysis with 3D tomography,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Digital planning,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Supportive procedures when needed (such as sinus lifting \/ bone grafting),&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Placement of implants in appropriate number and angulation,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Restoring the patient with a screw-retained PMMA provisional fixed prosthesis on multi-units on the same day or within a short period&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The surgical planning and application of these treatments are performed by Specialist Dt. \u00d6zge Uysal, who works in the field of advanced implant surgery and full-arch rehabilitation in the Fethiye region.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, patients can go through a comfortable healing period\u2014both esthetically and functionally\u2014using a modern multi-unit screw-retained system and a PMMA provisional fixed prosthesis, without the anxiety of \u201cWill I be left without teeth?\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-150x85.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5-600x337.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/papirusdental.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/implant-1-5.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;In implant treatment, the goal is not only to replace missing teeth, but also to manage the process in a way that disrupts the patient\u2019s social life, appearance, and chewing comfort as little as possible.&nbsp; 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