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Nov
Affordable Dentures for Missing Teeth: An Informative Guide to Restoring Your Smile
Do your dentures come loose when you speak or eat? Have they ever slipped so badly that you had to excuse yourself from a social gathering to reposition them? If you answer yes, keep reading to learn more about implant-supported dentures, the popular, contemporary alternative to removable dentures that provide maximum stability and comfort while increasing your self-confidence and self-esteem.
6 Important Things to Know About Implant-Secured Dentures
Insertion of Titanium Implants Takes Place in the Dentist’s Office
The procedure to insert titanium implants in the jawbone is an in-office, outpatient procedure. Local or general anesthesia is used to maximize patient comfort. A high-speed rotary tool called a dental drill creates a tiny hole in the jawbone to accommodate the titanium implant. The procedure generally takes two to four hours, depending on the number of implants necessary to stabilize implant-supported dentures.
Osseointegration Allows Titanium Implants to Fuse with the Jawbone
Titanium is a biocompatible material that triggers a natural healing process involving bone growing around or “fusing” with the implant. Biocompatible materials, such as titanium and zirconia, do not provoke rejection or inflammation by the immune system. Once osseointegration occurs, the titanium implants are permanently anchored to the jawbone.
Abutments Attach Implant Secured Dentures to Implants
Dentists use connectors called abutments to attach dentures to the titanium implants. Abutments are placed on top of the implants, allowing dentists to either permanently secure the dentures or make them removable by snapping them onto the abutments. Permanent dentures provide consistent stability, while removable dentures are sometimes preferred for easier maintenance and affordability.
Implant Supported Dentures Do Not Move or Slip While Speaking or Chewing
Dentures anchored to implants stay in place, fixed and secured to the jawbone, and do not move while you speak or chew. They provide a superior level of comfort and confidence that mimics the functionality of natural teeth, making it easier to enjoy eating foods you couldn’t eat with traditional dentures.
Helps Prevent Bone Loss
Since implant-supported dentures replicate the feel and function of natural teeth, they can reduce the risk of bone loss due to jawbone inactivity. When titanium implants fuse with the jawbone, they serve a similar purpose to actual tooth roots by stimulating bone remodeling and maintaining bone density. In other words, implant-supported dentures exert enough load-bearing stress on the jawbone when you bite and chew to help maintain jawbone integrity.
Requires Less Maintenance Than Removable Dentures
Implant-supported dentures need, for the most part, less maintenance than removable dentures, which must be taken out and cleaned separately. Implant-secured dentures can be cared for just like natural teeth, making them a convenient alternative to traditional dentures.
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Dr. Julie Boulos
Dr. Julie Boulos is a highly dedicated general dentist with over 15 years of experience. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science from California Polytechnic State University. Dr. Julie's unique background in nutrition allows her to emphasize the connection between diet and oral health, focusing on prevention. She is known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach and expertise in a wide range of dental services. Dr. Julie is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Diego Dental Society.