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Patient Testimonials -
The following are actual patient testimonials:
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I had a nice upper bridge that lasted for 16 years.
I lost the anchor teeth that held the bridge. I investigated and discussed all the options available with Dr. Trylovich over the course of a year and decided that the "All-on-Four" procedure would be the way to go for me because then I would not have a removable denture.
Dr. Trylovich did the extractions and the implant preparations at one time.
After healing for several months with a temporary denture I went back for the implants and more healing time again with the temporary denture.
After Dr. Trylovich installed the permanent denture to the implants I was in Heaven....I could again immediately enjoy all the foods I had missed and I felt and looked normal again.
I started this at age 78, two years ago, and luckily had no trouble healing and am now preparing to do my lower teeth. I understand that the procedure is even more streamlined, faster and less expensive.
I would recommend the “All-on-Four” to everyone.
Patient Art
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Now that my implant surgery is complete, I want to officially thank Dr. Gifford for not causing me any pain that I had contemplated prior to starting the treatment. Not sure how you can extract teeth, scrape bone and insert the implants without any pain. After 40 years of dealing with all types of dental pain, this was not a bad experience. I do hope that all your patients experience the same as I, and don’t need to worry about pain before it even happens.
Patient Laurie
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For quite some time now, I have had a lower partial. I was very skeptical about having dental implants. Dr. Trylovich and his staff made my experience wonderful. It was a breeze. When I arrived at the office, I received just the right amount of medications to help me relax. In fact while the procedure was being done, I fell asleep, but was able to hear, and wake up, when necessary. During the whole procedure I did not have any pain at all. I even got to have chicken noodle soup for lunch. I received pain medications to take home with me, but I was not in any pain, and did not have to take them. I had a very small bruise on the lower right side of my face, but that went away after only 2 days. I was able to take liquids and eat soft foods that night.
It has been 6 months now since the surgery. I am so thrilled I decided to have the surgery. I am able to eat all types of food. I feel so much better with my self-esteem, and confidence. I am not afraid to talk. I don’t have any fear of my old partial falling out of my mouth. I smile more frequently now. I even noticed, after 6 months of having my implants in that, I am able to chew my food, thoroughly. When I had the lower partial I used to chew my food a few times and swallow right away. I would suffer a lot from bloating in my stomach, from not chewing my food adequately. My mother even noticed that and asked me “why are you only chewing your food a few times and then swallowing?”
Dr. Trylovich is very knowledgeable in performing this procedure. He’s always there when you need him. One day I called him to ask him a question and he returned my call immediately. His staff is also very caring, friendly professional, and accommodating. I highly recommend this great team of dental professionals.
Patient Laura
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To the dental implant procrastinator:
I had the All on Four dental implant procedure done by Dr. Trylovich at the end of 2010, and my natural anxiety was unwarranted. Unfortunately, it was expensive, but fortunately it was worth every penny. I was referred by my dentist of 30 years, Dr. Sandquist, which made it a little easier going in.
It's hard to believe that I can say that the end result is better than new, and I am looking forward to the new stronger permanent replacement in a month or two which will uncover even more of my pallet. At this point there is nothing I cannot eat, and I will not miss future cavities.
Highly recommend Dr. T and staff.
Patient Bill
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Dr. Trylovich's careful preparation prior to surgery made my experience much less stressful. After 4 days, I was totally free of pain and able to continue my normal routine which includes a lot of physical activity.
Due to Dr. Trylovich's cautious nature he enabled me to experience a full upper denture vs. the All on Four procedure. During surgery he recognized that my jaw needed time to properly adjust to the implants before the All on Four appliance could be implemented. While the implants healed and integrated into my jaw, I wore a full upper denture for a few months. During this time with a denture it was confirmed that the All on Four procedure was the best decision.
I'm able to smile without a thought of my denture coming loose. I talk with confidence now - no fear of tripping on my words.
Eating has taken on a whole new meaning - chewing without worrying that something might break or hurt is worth everything.
Patient Diane |
I had the good fortune of being recommended to Dr. Gifford, who installed two prosthetic posts into my lower jawbone, which secured my dentures and eliminated the messy adhesive previously required for security.
Again, thanks to the professional skills of Dr. Gifford, my dentures are not only secure and functional, they allow me to chew normally, and feel like natural teeth – not to mention the health and wellness.
I now smile and talk with confidence, as I proudly show them off!!
Patient BJ
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It was not an easy financial decision to make, but the alternative to the "All on Four" procedure was an upper plate that was totally unacceptable. Not sure of how much of my life span I had left, I was sure that I would wake up hungry every day and I enjoy tasting my food. When I thought of it in that light, the decision became a lot easier. Talking to my dentist, who recommended the procedure, I could not help but be impressed with his glowing recommendation and suggestion that Dr. Trylovich was "the man".
At my first appointment "Dr. T", convinced me that not only had I made the right choice of procedures, but found the right guy to do it. From the moment I walked into his office I was made to feel at home. The attention of his caring staff was not only apparent at that time, but the same smiling demeanor and obvious effort to make my adventure incredibly comfortable, was followed throughout the entire experience. Actually, it was a reflection of the man for whom they worked. "Dr. T" left no stone unturned in informing me exactly what he planned to do, how long I could expect to be in the chair, and then, provided me with material necessary to prepare for it all.
I would like to tell you exactly how both the extractions and implants felt, but that’s quite impossible, for it was like I wasn't there! I do remember being driven home by my wife and remembered too that I was easing her concern over the pain that she was sure I was experiencing. But she was wrong, (one of the few times, I might add). Discomfort? Perhaps a bit in the days that followed, but the pain pills I was prescribed still sit unopened.
It's been four months now, and my temporary bridge has been no problem. I imagine the healing has about ended and soon I will be fitted for my permanent one. The very thought of that makes me smile...and what a smile.
Patient Len
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I'm here to tell you implants are great. At 60 years old, I had lost 10 teeth. My wisdom teeth were pulled years ago, and I was slowly losing upper molars from back to front. I had lost my ability to chew on the left side of my mouth. The only option, I thought, was dentures. I was wrong.
Implants are another option. Because implants are permanent, and dentures are not, I decided to try the implants. Dr. Gifford placed two implants to replace my upper molars, on the left side. The result was incredible, I could chew again. Since then, I have had another missing tooth replaced with an implant. I am hooked. The procedure is a cake walk, compared to a root canal. The implants even changed the shape of my face, back to normal, no more sunken cheek look. Also, maintenance is as simple as brushing and flossing, not the nightmare of dentures.
I recommend implants to anyone who has lost teeth, or is about too. My quality of life has been exceptionally elevated.
Patient Charles
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