Complex surgery restores smile to elderly woman at King Faisal Hospital in Mecca
King Faisal Hospital in Makkah recorded a new medical achievement that adds to the record of successes of the health sector in the Kingdom, by ending the suffering of a patient in her sixties, who was suffering from a complete loss of teeth that negatively affected her quality of life and general health.
Details of the delicate surgical intervention
The hospital's specialized dental center received the patient, and after conducting thorough clinical and radiological examinations, it was determined that there was severe bone atrophy in the jaws due to prolonged tooth loss, making traditional implant surgery impossible without preparatory interventions. Accordingly, the medical team developed a comprehensive treatment plan that included a five-hour .
The procedure involved implanting teeth supported by bone grafts to compensate for the severe deficiency in jawbone. A team specializing in gum surgery, dental implants, and prosthodontics collaborated on this procedure, with the active participation of the anesthesia department to ensure the patient's safety and comfort during the long surgery.
Employing modern digital technologies
This success was no accident; it resulted from the use of state-of- the-art 3D digital systems during the surgical planning phase. These technologies allow surgeons to pinpoint the ideal implant locations with extreme precision and predict outcomes before the procedure begins, thus minimizing the risk of complications and increasing success rates. The operation was a complete success, with no complications whatsoever, restoring the patient's smile after years of suffering.
The context of health transformation and Vision 2030
This achievement comes within the context of the significant transformation underway in the Saudi Arabian healthcare sector, in line with the goals of Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program. These programs aim to facilitate access to healthcare services, improve operational efficiency, and enhance prevention against health risks.
The success of this operation reflects the remarkable development in specialized services offered by the Makkah Health Cluster and its commitment to providing medical care according to the highest international standards for citizens, residents, and visitors to the Holy Mosque. It also highlights the vital role of King Faisal Hospital in Makkah in handling complex cases, sparing patients the hardship of traveling to other centers for treatment and fulfilling one of the key objectives of the Quality of Life Program.
