Gangnam Elderly Implant Dentures Are Possible Even at an Advanced Age

Chief Director Lee Jang-wook

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I’d like to share the story of a patient’s mother I met. Mrs. Kim Ok-ja, who is 76 years old, came to our clinic for the first time in tears and said, "Doctor, I know I’m this old and it may be pointless to do anything... but please look into it just once."

She had worn dentures for more than 20 years, but as she got older, the bone in her gums gradually decreased, and the dentures became loose and fell out so often that it had become part of daily life. She said that whenever her grandson asked to be hugged, she kept her mouth tightly shut for fear the dentures would come out, and that mealtimes with her family were the hardest part of her day. That is why she started looking into Gangnam elderly implant dentures and became interested.

She said she could not chew food properly, so she always had to eat only porridge or soft foods.

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"Don’t lose the joy of eating."

"I felt most sorry that I couldn’t enjoy the food my daughter-in-law carefully prepared for me. My son says, 'Mom, it’s okay,' but I still felt awkward." Hearing this, my heart ached as well. What was even more heartbreaking was that she was about to give up, saying, "What kind of implants at my age? I should just live like this."

But I wanted to give her hope. Although she was elderly, her overall health was good, and I explained that Gangnam elderly implant dentures could be a good option. A full-arch implant can help restore the function of all teeth with only 4 to 6 implants, so it is a relatively low-burden option even for older patients like her.

Can I really undergo such a major surgery?

At first, she worried, "Doctor, can I really go through such a big surgery?" But after hearing that the procedure would be performed without an incision using 3D navigation, she began to open her heart little by little. Her family initially opposed it too, but after seeing her struggle with food every day, they eventually supported her. (Thank you so much.)

On the day of treatment, she said in a trembling voice, "Doctor, please take good care of me." Fortunately, the treatment went smoothly as planned, and we were able to place the temporary prosthesis on the same day. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she looked in the mirror for the first time after treatment and said, "Oh my, are these my teeth?"

She was truly determined during the recovery process as well. Even though she ate only soft foods for the first few days, she said, "It’s so much more comfortable now that I don’t have to worry about my dentures falling out."

When she came back two weeks later for a follow-up, her expression was already much brighter.

A pleasant method for the whole family

On the day the final prosthesis was placed, she came with her son and daughter-in-law, and something truly touching happened then. She smiled brightly and said, "Now I can hug my grandson," and her son’s eyes welled up as he said, "I don’t know when I last saw Mom smile this brightly."

Three months later, when she came in for a regular checkup, she seemed like a completely different person. Her face looked lively, and she spoke with great confidence. Hearing her say, "Doctor, yesterday my grandson told me, 'Grandma, you can even eat hard snacks well now,' and I’m really happy," warmed my heart as well.

Listen to other people’s stories as well.

Mrs. Lee Young-hee, who is 68 years old, has diabetes, so at first she thought implants would be difficult. But her blood sugar was well controlled, and through a thorough examination, she was able to receive treatment. Now she says, "I didn’t know I could improve this much even with diabetes," and she is giving hope to others with the same concerns.

Watching people who have started a new life through Gangnam elderly implant dentures, I always think the same thing: age is just a number, and a new beginning is possible at any time. Of course, older patients may have many concerns. Thoughts like, "What kind of surgery at my age?", "Will recovery go well?", and "Will I become a burden to my family?" can come first.

But one thing I hear in common from many older patients I’ve met is, "I wish I had done it sooner." Unlike conventional, complicated implant procedures, the full-arch implant method used for Gangnam elderly implant dentures can help restore much of the function of all teeth with just 4 to 6 implants. The treatment time is not long, at about 2 to 3 hours, and it can be performed safely using 3D navigation technology.

The most important point is that a temporary prosthesis can be placed on the same day the procedure is done. Since you do not have to spend time without teeth, it does not greatly disrupt daily life. The final prosthesis is completed about a month later, and from that point on, you can eat with a feeling similar to natural teeth.

Is maintenance difficult?

One thing older patients often ask about is maintenance, but in fact, it is not much different. Just brush every day like natural teeth and get a regular checkup every six months. We also provide free care for three years, so you can receive treatment with greater peace of mind.

Mrs. Kim Ok-ja still comes in regularly for checkups, and each time she visits, she shares a new story. Recently, she said, "Doctor, these days I go for walks and go out with my friends to eat something delicious. I never knew life could be this enjoyable." Seeing her like that makes me even happier.

Your tomorrow will surely be different

How has Kim Ok-ja been doing now, six months later?

When she came in recently for a regular checkup, she looked like a completely different person. Her face was radiant, and her steps seemed lighter.

"Thanks to you, Doctor, I’m living a second life. Now I can travel, eat delicious food with my friends without holding back... I’m truly grateful."

Seeing her bright smile, I felt once again that I was truly glad to be doing this work.

If you are reading this now, you are surely carrying some pain or concern of your own. But don’t give up hope. Your tomorrow will surely be brighter than today.

Just like Kim Sun-ja, Park Yeon-nam, and Choi In-hwa, there will surely come a day when you can smile brightly again. Until that day, I will be with you.

If you are looking for a place that does implant dentures well, technology is important, but first think about whether it is a place that sincerely understands your feelings. That is because, there, they can share in your new beginning.

Please don’t give up just because you are older. Every day, I feel how precious it is to be able to enjoy delicious food with healthy teeth and talk and laugh with family. I have seen countless times how the joy of everyday life returns, and how those small happinesses come together to change one’s entire life.

If you are currently struggling with dentures, or if someone in your family has this concern, please gather your courage. Age is absolutely not an obstacle. In fact, with more experience and wisdom, you may be able to get through recovery even better. Just like those who started anew with Gangnam elderly implant dentures, I am certain that you too can have happier and healthier days.

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