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The following instructions are essential to a safe experience and good outcome. Use this as a checklist as you approach your surgery date. If you are unable to comply with these instructions; you must notify our office as soon as possible. As a result, your surgery may have to be postponed or delayed, at the judgment of Dr. Irfan Atcha. This is essential to your health and safety.

There may be several weeks between your decision to have surgery and your actual surgical date. During this time, there are several important considerations.

Things to do and remember the day before your appointment:

  • TAKE MEDICATION given by your dentist as discussed.
  • NO SMOKING/ STOP SMOKING smoking can greatly impair your ability to heal. YOU MUST BE NICOTINE AND SMOKE-FREE FOR AT LEAST 6 WEEKS PRIOR TO SURGERY AND 6 WEEKS AFTER! You must also be free of any nicotine patch or nicotine-based products for a minimum of 6 weeks prior to surgery. Smoking will also affect the level of sedation during your treatment, and can negatively affect your comfort level during the appointment.
  • NO ALCOHOL Please refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages 72 hours prior to surgery. The dentist cannot safely sedate you if you have had alcohol, narcotic pain medicines (including Vicodin/ Hydrocodone) or any street or recreational drugs.
  • LEAD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE/NO CAFFEINE/ DRINK PLENTY OF WATER In the 2 weeks prior to surgery; maintain the BEST of health and hygiene. A lingering cold, virus or other illness can result in your surgery being rescheduled. Make certain to address any illness immediately, and advise our office of any illness or change in your health. Please drink plenty of water continually throughout the 2 weeks prior to surgery. Please refrain from consuming caffeine beverages 1 week prior to surgery.
  • PREPARE AND PLAN Make certain a responsible adult at least 18 years of age is confirmed available to stay with you around the clock for at least 24 hours following surgery.
  • PRE-OPERATIVE TESTING Make certain to schedule all of the pre-operative testing and clearance you may have been given. Make certain all test results are received by Dr. Atcha at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled surgery date.
  • STOP taking the following medications 10 days prior to your surgery. Taking any of the following can increase your risk of bleeding and other complications.
  • Aspirin and medications containing aspirin.
  • Ibuprofen and anti-inflammatory agents (Motrin, Advil, Midol, and Excedrin)
  • Vitamin E, St. John’s Wort, Garlic Supplements, Green Tea or green tea extracts and fish oil
  • Estrogen supplements, Birth Control (some estrogen supplements and birth control may increase your risk of developing blood clots post surgery. Please check with your prescribing physician for proper pre-surgery medication instructions.)
  • NOTHING TO EAT AFTER MIDNIGHT the night before the surgery. It is okay to take your medication with some water (2oz) on the morning of the appointment* (Unless otherwise instructed by the dentist)

The morning of your appointment

  • Take the sedative medication as instructed by the dentist before your appointment*
  • Please leave jewelry and watches at home
  • No contact lenses
  • Wear short sleeves and comfortable clothing
  • Wear comfortable shoes and socks

IT IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL THAT YOU HAVE YOUR ESCORT DRIVE YOU TO YOUR APPOINTMENT. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROCEED WITH YOUR APPOINTMENT IF YOU DRIVE YOURSELF, AND THIS WILL RESULT IN FORFEITING YOUR PRE-PAID FEE FOR THE APPOINTMENT.

*REGRETTABLY, FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE ITEMS MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK CAN COMPROMISE THE SAFETY OF THE SEDATION PROCEDURE. In most cases, the dentist will NOT be able to proceed with your treatment. 

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Deteriorating Gum Line and Jawbone Before after image
D.B presented their teeth, and through our thorough evaluation and studying their bite, we found a way to restore their teeth. D.B had a deteriorating gum line and jawbone, causing the teeth to develop gaps and expose the outer root of the teeth over time. Based on these factors, Dr. Atcha performed an all-on-4 implant procedure using a fixed detachable, extracting the remaining decaying teeth along the top and anterior bottom rows. After placing in implant anchors using titanium posts, and after healing, placed a fixed bridge to even out the force of the teeth and allow for a balanced bite.
Teeth Shifting Before after image
M.F had a milder case with their teeth, presenting a missing tooth that caused the adjacent teeth to shift out of their normal position. By replacing the missing tooth with a same-day implant procedure, the implant allowed the teeth to shift back into position over time, and return their teeth to a healthy alignment.
Root Exposure and Facial Muscle Tone Before after image
P.M’s teeth presented a severe case of missing teeth to our dentists, a deteriorating gumline and jawbone, and exposed roots for the remaining teeth. The gradually degrading jawbone also compromised their facial muscle tone and accelerated the tooth loss. Zygomatic dental implants are specifically designed to replace teeth for patients with bone loss. Placing the anchors along the cheekbone provided a secure foundation for the implants and gumline arch for the entire posterior and anterior row.
Decay and Gradual Spacing Before after image
With A.G’s case, the patient experienced microdontia along the top anterior combined with a case of severe plaque buildup, causing the teeth the discolor and decay over time. This decay also led to the teeth developing abnormal spacing and grinding over time, especially with the first two central incisors. Through our all-on-4 treatment, Dr. Atcha performed extractions, then placed titanium posts to place the fixed detachable implant along the top anterior line, replacing the previous microdontia teeth.
Restoring Original Size and Shape of Teeth Before after image
T.M. presented decaying, extrinsic, and intrinsic staining along with both the anterior and posterior sets of teeth. The decaying incisors had caused the adjacent teeth to misshapen overtime. A traditional implant treatment allowed Dr. Atcha to extract and reform the original size and shape of the patient’s teeth, thanks to the patient’s supporting bone structure and gumline.
Teeth Replacement with Implants Before after image
R.A presented a case of missing teeth along the entire top anterior and posterior row, and missing the bottom lateral and central incisors. The missing teeth along the top row allowed Dr. Atcha to perform a traditional implant procedure within those areas to replace the missing teeth and help support the remaining teeth in their jaw and muscle structure.
Previous Faulty Dental Work Before after image
E.D’s case was similar to A.G’s case but also presented faulty dental work. The patient experienced decay and tooth loss, composing most of their dental structure and causing a decaying gumline. Before coming into our office, the patient previously had crowns covering the posterior rows, specifically to the bicuspid premolars, and at the time showed not only failing crowns but missing central incisors. Through a complete transformation using sedated tooth extraction and implant-supported dentures, Dr. Atcha gave back E.D’s teeth.
Extraction, Sedation and Implant Surgery Before after image
Similar to T.M’s case. R.T. presented a case of decaying and missing teeth with intrinsic staining and severe plaque buildup. The teeth had also begun to shift and lose their enamel due to the decay, resulting in an array of sizes differentiation along the posterior and anterior rows. Through tooth extraction with sedation and implant surgery, the patient received restorative teeth to help support the gum line and jaw.
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Meet Dr. Irfan Atcha

“I am Dr. Atcha and I focus on helping people who have been struggling to find the answers for their serious dental issues with missing and failing teeth when everything they’ve tried before has failed.”

Dr. Atcha is a diplomat implantologist and a cosmetic dentist nationally recognized in complex dental implant cases, complex cosmetic dentistry cases, digital implant dentistry, and sedation dentistry. Dr. Atcha holds dental licenses in Illinois, Florida, and California.

Dr. Atcha prides himself in making sure every patient receives first-class treatment and achieves a million-dollar smile, which enhances their self-confidence and self-esteem. His commitment to providing the highest value of care from the moment you open the doors to New Teeth Chicago Dental is evident through his patients’ impressive reviews.

I know how frustrating it is… I’ve talked with hundreds of patients, many of them get so emotional, who lived every day with embarrassment, pain, and hopelessness because of missing and damaged teeth or ill fitting dentures and partial dentures or they’ve been told they are NOT a good candidate for dental implants due to lack of jaw bone.

“These patients thought they would be trapped with those feeling for the rest of their lives, but together, we found a way, and we provided hope with the care we provided that worked, and now they live fulfilled lives, with healthy, fully-functioning, and beautiful smiles.”

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