Dental prosthetics

Dr. Beta Miciekienė on prosthodontic options at the Elidenta clinic:

"Many patients come to us only when the problem is already far advanced; however, modern implantology and prosthetics today make it possible to restore not only teeth but also one's quality of life," says Beata Miceikienė, a prosthodontist with 20 years of experience and the founder of the Elidenta Prosthetics and Implantology Clinic in Vilnius.

According to the doctor, tooth loss leads to a decline in quality of life not only due to changes in aesthetic appearance but also for serious physiological and psychological reasons.

First of all,:

• Mitybos sutrikimai: Netekus dantų tampa sunku ar net neįmanoma kokybiškai sukramtyti kieto maisto (mėsos, daržovių, riešutų). Dėl to žmonės dažnai renkasi minkštesnį, lengviau kramtomą maistą, kuriame gausu angliavandenių ir riebalų, o tai gali lemti antsvorį bei svarbių mikroelementų trūkumą.
• Digestive problems: Insufficiently chewed food places a strain on the stomach and can lead to stomach discomfort, reflux, or other gastrointestinal disorders.
• Psychological discomfort and social isolation: Tooth loss often causes embarrassment when smiling, speaking, or laughing in public. This can develop into social anxiety, a loss of self-confidence, and even depression.
• Changes in speech and pronunciation: Teeth are essential for proper articulation. Their loss can lead to a lisp and make it more difficult to clearly pronounce certain sounds.
• Health of remaining teeth: Losing even a single tooth causes adjacent teeth to lose support and begin tilting into the empty space (the so-called "domino effect"). This alters the bite, increases wear on the remaining teeth, and can lead to jaw joint pain.

Therefore, instead of waiting, it is important to at least consult a specialist and assess the realistic options available. However, the situation today is completely different. The modern "All-on-4" and "All-on-6" techniques used at the Elidenta clinic allow for the restoration of an entire jaw of teeth on implants, ensuring an aesthetic, natural-looking, and comfortable result. In both cases, patients can enjoy securely fixed, natural-looking teeth, allowing them to forget the inconveniences associated with removable dentures.

"For patients, it’s not just about a beautiful smile. They can eat normally again, interact with confidence, and no longer feel the need to hide their smile. This makes a huge difference to their well-being and self-confidence," says Beata. 

From the very first visit, the Elidenta clinic focuses on a clear treatment process that is easy for the patient to understand, with every step explained and planned individually.

Ne mažiau svarbus aspektas – gydymo prieinamumas. Klinika Elidenta siekia, kad modernūs sprendimai būtų prieinami kuo platesniam pacientų ratui, todėl siūlo konkurencingas kainas ir aiškiai suplanuotą gydymo eigą.

Prosthodontist Beata agrees that taking the first step is usually the hardest part. Yet, it is precisely that step that dispels fears and reveals that modern implant and prosthetic procedures are far simpler than many imagine. Experience at Elidenta shows that patients who decide to undergo treatment usually regret only one thing: not having done it sooner.

The Elidenta dental clinic has entered into an agreement with the Territorial Patient Funds (TPF) to provide services to all residents of the country that are paid for by the Compulsory Health Insurance Fund budget.

Consultations at the prosthetics and implantology clinic are free of charge, allowing patients to learn about their dental situation and potential treatment options without any obligation. Furthermore, the clinic will reimburse travel expenses for prospective patients arriving from other regions of Lithuania.