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Having had all of my upper teeth removed after a failed $9000+ implant bridge, and suffering through 6 months of a full upper removable denture - which worked ok (only if I didn't try to eat, LOL!), I was determined to get a full permanent upper (maxillary) implant arch.
But being 82 years old and on a fixed income (SSI and Vet Benefits) and not wanting to throw away limited funds, I did a lot of research as to my options and visited different implant specialists.
In my research, I learned that often dentists recommend implants with removable "snappers" to reduce the initial cost. But they require removal at night and the plastic that holds them in place may have to be replaces every 6 months, resulting in continuing cost.
I decided that a permanent implant arch is what I wanted have done. For the strongest bond, I wanted to get the 6 implants ("All-in-6") for greater bite force distributed more evenly and with a higher implant survival rates. But I was also concerned about my bone density due to my age (which caused the previous implant bridge failure) and implants encroaching on my sinus cavities.
That's when I learned about YOMI robotic surgery, a highly specialized medical device that requires an investment of over $150-$200K, used by an elite teir (1%) of U.S. dentists.
The robot utilizes the patient's 3D scans to track oral anatomy in real time,to guide the exact angle, depth, and three-dimensional location of the implant.The robotic arm dynamically prevents deviations from the pre-planned surgical path and automatically stops drilling once the optimal, safe depth is reached, protecting critical nerves and sinuses, performing surgery with smaller incisions, less tissue cutting, and significantly faster patient recovery times.
There are only a few dentists in Northern California that use the YOMI robot. Dr. Sassan Kafayi is one of them. He is a graduate of University of the Pacific Dental School, and I was impressed that he was appointed there as a part-time faculty teaching practical clinical skills and supervising dental students.
I asked by personal dentist and friend for a second opinion on Dr Kafayi and my decision. When I told him that he used the YOMI robot, he said no question that I should go with him. He said he has heard so much about the YOMI but had never had the chance to view it in action, and if I wouldn't mind, would I ask Dr Kafayi if he could come to watch the procedure. Dr Kafayi said he would be honored to host and so we scheduled the procedure.
The implant procedure went well and very painless, even without general anesthesia. Dr Kafayi and Serguey, his excellent assistant, worked as a high tech YOMI team, positioning and monitoring the YOMI robot arm. My dentist friend was in the room observing and asking questions, and was extremely impressed by the robot and the team.
I am now enjoying my temporary upper arch teeth, waiting for the permanent implants in 3-6 months.
I rate and recommend Dr Kafayi and his whole team as superior, an outstanding implant experience was provided by his whole office. He is personable and kind, and explains himself well. 10 stars, would not be too much to award this practice!
