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A New Smile in an Hour

Dec. 14, 2005 A man who lost virtually all his teeth because of chronic fatigue syndrome received a new smile in a one-hour procedure on "Good Morning America."

Dr. Thomas Balshi, a prosthodontist in Fort Washington, Pa., gave Josh Robbins a full set of permanent implants. Similar implants used to take weeks.

"I think it's a life-altering thing," said Robbins, who hopes to earn a Ph.D. and become an author. "I just want to be normal basically as much as possible."

The procedure began with a CT scan of Robbins' mouth. The scan was then converted into a digital file and used as a surgical blueprint by the doctors. To increase accuracy, the digital file also created a formula for the creation of a surgical guide, a plastic mouthpiece of sorts that fit over Robbins' gums. The holes in the guide matched the surgical plan. The surgeon then knew precisely where to drill in order to get the implants exactly right.

The procedure costs tens of thousands of dollars.

With these implants, the patient can enjoy food right away just minutes after the procedure is complete.

Josh Robbins, left, before his implants and, right, after. (ABC NEWS)

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		ABC NEWS ORIGINAL REPORT A New Smile in an Hour Dec. 14, 2005 A man who lost virtually all his teeth because of chronic fatigue syndrome received a new smile in a one-hour procedure on "Good Morning America." Dr. Thomas Balshi, a prosthodontist in Fort Washington, Pa., gave Josh Robbins a full set of permanent implants. Similar implants used to take weeks. "I think it's a life-altering thing," said Robbins, who hopes to earn a Ph.D. and become an author. "I just want to be normal basically as much as possible." The procedure began with a CT scan of Robbins' mouth. The scan was then converted into a digital file and used as a surgical blueprint by the doctors. To increase accuracy, the digital file also created a formula for the creation of a surgical guide, a plastic mouthpiece of sorts that fit over Robbins' gums. The holes in the guide matched the surgical plan. The surgeon then knew precisely where to drill in order to get the implants exactly right. The procedure costs tens of thousands of dollars. With these implants, the patient can enjoy food right away just minutes after the procedure is complete.

Josh Robbins, left, before his implants and, right, after. (ABC NEWS)

	WELCOME TO PI Info About PI Why a Prosthodontist? Meet Our Doctors Research Programs What's New At PI? DENTAL TREATMENT Dental Implants Treatment Options Prosthesis Types Bone Grafting Dental Implants & Congenital Deformities Bad Breath Orthodontic Treatment Combined with Procera Crowns HEALTH-ISSUES AND DENTISTRY Bone Loss and Aging Heart Illness & Dentistry Snoring/Sleep Apnea Osteoporosis Cancer Information Drugs and Dentistry Smoking & Implants Other Medical
Click here to see an Overview of Pi Dental Center More Information Home To make an appointment for an evaluation, call: 1-800-PI-TEAM-5 1-800-748-3265 All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for dental or medical advice or treatment for specific dental or medical conditions. You should seek prompt dental and medical care for any specific health issues. See disclaimer. Copyright 2008 Pi Dental Center (Prosthodontics Intermedica).