SNU Entrance Station Dental Clinic: Can You Modify the Design, Appearance, and Shape of an Anterior Implant Prosthesis if You Don’t Like It?

Hello,

I’m Dr. Park Jeong-gi of Remember, a dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station.

The front teeth are the ones that show first when you smile, so not only function but also aesthetics are very important.

In particular, with implant treatment, since it is a method of replacing a natural tooth, the shape, color, and length of the prosthesis must all be well balanced to achieve a natural result.

However, if treatment was received overseas or if there was not enough consultation at the time,

there are many patients who consider retreatment because they do not like the shape or design of the prosthesis.

Today, at the dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station, I’ll explain for such people whether the aesthetic aspects can be improved through re-making when the design of an anterior implant prosthesis is not satisfactory.

1. Initial visit

This case has a history of receiving front tooth implant treatment in the past.

However, over time, the crown became less and less satisfactory.

First, the length was somewhat short,

and the space between the two central incisors was unnaturally wide.

Also, compared with the surrounding natural teeth,

its tone was slightly different,

and because it felt out of place,

it did not blend in and stood out especially when smiling.

Even a small difference in the front teeth can greatly affect aesthetic satisfaction,

so from both a dental and aesthetic standpoint, the patient’s discomfort is completely understandable.

2. Checking whether re-making is possible

If the crown is to be redone,

it is necessary to precisely check the condition of the existing implant.

The stability of the fixture placed in the bone and the abutment connecting on top of it must be examined,

and at the dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station, fortunately, the fixture and abutment are in good condition.

So there is no need for another surgery,

and only the upper prosthetic part needs to be modified.

Sometimes, the reason a crown does not fit well is that the fixation strength or fit of the fixture or abutment has deteriorated,

so it is important to check in advance and, if it can be left alone,

to leave it alone in order to reduce the patient’s financial burden as much as possible.

3. Treatment process

After carefully removing the existing crown,

an impression is taken again precisely using an intraoral scanner.

Once the digital scan accurately captures the shape of the surrounding teeth and gums,

we organize the patient’s desired tooth length, shape, spacing, color, and tone.

At the dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station, since we are investing time and cost to remake it,

I believe the requested details should be reflected more meticulously in the design and remaking process.

4. Conclusion

The newly made crown was created with a more natural tooth length and shape than before,

and all of the points the patient was unhappy with at the time of the initial restoration were improved.

Looking at the final restoration completed at the dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station,

its color and shape are pleasing, so high satisfaction is only natural.

Because the appearance of the anterior teeth can change depending on the prosthetic design,

it is important to consider both the patient’s needs and harmony with the natural teeth.

If you do not like the shape or color of the prosthesis from an implant done in the past,

it does not necessarily mean that it must be removed and re-implanted.

So after an accurate diagnosis,

please consult with a specialist to check the possible options.

Thank you for reading.

This was Dr. Park Jeong-gi of Remember, a dental clinic near Seoul National University Entrance Station.

Treatment period: 2025.09.02 ~ 2025.09.10