What if you could have the stability of permanent implants with the cleaning convenience of removable dentures? The REBourke™ bar makes this seemingly impossible combination a reality through precision-engineered locking mechanisms.
At Enso Dental Arts in Albertson, NY, Dr. Maria Hiruma, Dr. Kevin Chen, and Dr. Michael Moskowitz combine advanced implant dentistry with innovative prosthetic design to help patients achieve optimal oral function. Our caring, comprehensive approach to full-mouth restoration incorporates the latest techniques in implant-supported prosthetics, restoring patients’ confidence in their smiles.
Understanding REBourke™ Bar Technology
The REBourke™ bar is an implant-supported prosthesis designed to replace all teeth in one jaw. Unlike traditional dentures, this advanced system connects to four strategically placed dental implants through a precision-engineered milled bar attachment system.
The prosthesis features a metal substructure that connects to the implants via a milled bar attachment—a metal bar fixed to the dental implants in your jawbone. What makes the REBourke™ bar system unique is its innovative locking pin design, which allows for secure retention while still allowing for the prosthesis to be removed for cleaning.
The Science Behind Milled Bar Attachments
The milled bar attachment represents precision engineering in dental prosthetics. This metal bar is custom-fabricated to connect the four implants, creating a stable foundation for the prosthesis. The bar distributes chewing forces evenly across all implants, reducing stress on individual implant sites and promoting long-term success.
This scientific approach to load distribution closely mimics natural tooth function, providing superior stability during speaking and eating compared to traditional attachment methods.
Key Benefits of REBourke™ Bar
The REBourke™ bar system offers significant advantages over traditional dentures and other implant-supported options. These benefits address the most common concerns patients have about tooth replacement.
Enhanced Stability and Retention
The REBourke™ bar’s unique locking pin mechanism provides exceptional retention while allowing easy removal for cleaning. Unlike traditional dentures, which are held in place with adhesives or suction, the REBourke™ bar locks securely onto the milled bar attachment, eliminating movement during eating or speaking.
This stability means you can enjoy foods previously difficult with traditional dentures. The secure connection allows for more natural chewing patterns and improved digestion through better food breakdown.
Superior Oral Hygiene Maintenance
One of the REBourke™ bar’s greatest advantages is its removable design, specifically engineered for optimal oral hygiene. While the prosthesis provides stability comparable to fixed restorations during use, it can be removed completely for thorough cleaning.
This removability allows access to clean around the implants, the milled bar attachment, and the prosthesis itself. Proper hygiene maintenance is crucial for implant longevity, and the REBourke™ bar design makes this achievable for all patients.
Improved Chewing Function and Nutrition
The four-implant foundation provides significantly better chewing efficiency than traditional dentures. Studies show implant-supported prostheses can restore up to 80% of natural chewing force, compared to only 20-25% with conventional dentures.
This improved function allows you to maintain a varied, nutritious diet essential for overall health. Foods like fresh fruits, vegetables, and proteins become more manageable again, supporting better nutrition and a higher quality of life.
How REBourke™ Bar Compares to Other Options
Traditional complete dentures rely on suction and adhesives for retention, often leading to slipping and sore spots. Implant-supported fixed bridges, while stable, make cleaning difficult and may require more implants.
The REBourke™ bar bridges these extremes, providing stability approaching that of fixed restorations while maintaining the cleaning advantages of removable prosthetics. The four-implant design is often more cost-effective than full-arch fixed bridges, requiring six to eight implants.
The Treatment Process at Enso Dental Arts
Dr. Hiruma and Dr. Chen use advanced diagnostic tools, including the iTero intraoral scanner and cone beam CT, to evaluate your jaw structure and plan optimal implant placement. This detailed evaluation ensures proper implant positioning for the milled bar attachment system.
The treatment typically involves an initial consultation, implant placement surgery, a healing period for osseointegration, and final prosthesis fabrication. Dr. Chen’s periodontal training ensures precise implant placement using the CBCT derived surgical guide, while Dr. Hiruma’s advanced training in functional occlusion ensures that your implant crown is designed to accurately fit into your bite and smile architecture.
For patients who experience anxiety about dental procedures, we offer nitrous oxide sedation to ensure comfort throughout the process.
Caring for Your REBourke™ Bar
Daily care involves removing the prosthesis for cleaning both the appliance and your mouth. Clean the prosthesis with appropriate cleansers and brush around the implants and milled bar attachment with soft brushes designed for implant care.
Routine professional maintenance at Enso Dental Arts includes checking the locking pins, evaluating implant health, and professional cleaning of components you cannot reach at home. This comprehensive care approach helps ensure the long-term success of your investment.
Restore Your Quality of Life with REBourke™ Bar Technology
The REBourke™ bar system offers an ideal balance of stability, function, and maintainability for patients seeking comprehensive tooth replacement. This advanced prosthetic option can dramatically improve your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
At Enso Dental Arts, our team combines Dr.Hiruma’s Kois training with Dr.Chen’s periodontal speciality knowledge to deliver advanced implant dentistry in a comfortable, family-focused environment. We believe in long-term relationships built on trust, respect, and exceptional care. Contact us today at (516) 484-2676 or schedule your consultation online to learn how REBourke™ bar technology can transform your oral health and quality of life.
