Implant update: Thank you! The implant surgery was a success. According to Dr. Chapman at Mengo Hospital, the bone surrounding the implants healed nicely and looked strong. The doctors are now gradually "expanding [Teddy's] gums" with temporary crowns until it is the proper size. Actually, to my untrained eyes, the temporary crowns look so good already!
Please see a picture of Teddy and I with her temporary crowns :-)
I paid in installments. For the first surgery, I paid the 7 million UGX. Here is the remaining bill of the last 2 million UGX we paid on 8 Nov 2017. When the final crowns have been placed, I will get the total, final invoice from the hospital and post the whole bill here so you can see it all.
Regarding Teddy's job front: the volunteering that she did paid off. After 2-3 months of volunteering, she was offered a full-time position to help with cleaning and cooking at the NGO school. She's now saving the money she's earning in hopes of opening a small business with her mom to sell matooke (green bananas/plantain) next to a popular bar in the neighborhood.
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ReplyDeleteGreat insights on the importance of temporary crowns in dental procedures! Temporary crowns play a crucial role in protecting teeth and ensuring comfort while the permanent crowns are being prepared. It's also worth noting how implant bars can work in tandem with crowns to provide additional support and stability, especially in cases involving dental implants. It’s fascinating to see how advancements in dentistry have made this process smoother and more efficient for patients. Thanks for sharing such valuable information!
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