Imagine rediscovering the joy of a full, vibrant smile and overcoming the hidden challenge of bone loss. Venturing into the world of denture options opens up a realm of possibilities that extend far beyond simple tooth replacement. Bone loss, or resorption, silently accompanies tooth loss. It gradually reshapes your jawbone when tooth roots no longer stimulate it. Traditional dentures offer a cosmetic solution but fall short in addressing this issue. They simply rest on the gums without providing the necessary stimulation to maintain jawbone integrity. That is why we provide denture options that are designed to restore your smile and rejuvenate your health from the inside out.
At Designing Smiles Dentistry, we’re not just filling gaps—we’re rebuilding foundations. Our implant dentures offer stability for your smile while also acting as a bulwark against bone loss. These options go beyond tooth replacement, offering a more effective solution and improving the overall health of our patients.
Your Denture Options at Designing Smiles Dentistry
Implant dentures are anchored to the jawbone using mini dental implants. These implants are small, titanium posts inserted into the bone, acting as artificial tooth roots. Over time, they fuse with the jawbone, providing a sturdy and permanent foundation for the dentures.
Our selection includes:
- Overdentures: These are also known as “snap-on dentures” because they conveniently snap onto mini implants for stability. These use fewer implants and are removable at your convenience.
- Semi-removable roundhouse bridges: Otherwise known as Fix on Six® bridges, these offer strength with six to ten mini implants. They are only removed during routine checkups by Dr. Apel.
- Non-removable roundhouse bridges: These are cemented to ten to twelve mini implants. These are permanently fixed options and will never come out. Non-removable dentures utilize the most implants and function the most like natural teeth.
In certain situations, it’s possible to adapt your existing denture with mini implants. This typically depends on how much space is in your denture and its condition. When you come for a free consultation, we’ll thoroughly assess your current denture to decide whether it can be successfully integrated with the mini implants.
Expand Your Denture Options With Mini Dental Implants
Much like traditional implants, mini dental implants function at the root of the missing tooth. However, they are much smaller, measuring almost half the size of their traditional counterparts. Despite their smaller size, they are incredibly sturdy and versatile, especially for supporting implant dentures.
Traditional implants consist of multiple components and typically require bone grafting due to their much larger size. Mini implants simplify the process with a single, small titanium post and are minimally invasive to place. This simplicity allows us to stabilize your denture much sooner.
The Benefits of Implant Dentures
Implant dentures provide many benefits that go far beyond what traditional dentures can provide. First, they offer a long-term solution for tooth loss thanks to the support from dental implants. With proper care and maintenance, they can last many years, outperforming traditional dentures in terms of durability.
Enhanced Comfort and Fit
Over time, traditional dentures can feel loose and cause discomfort due to poor fit. Implant dentures are anchored securely to implants in the jawbone, eliminating this discomfort. This corrects some of the more common issues that come with traditional options. They put an end to slipping or shifting, reducing gum irritation and sores that often cause infections.
A More Natural Look and Feel
One of the biggest challenges with traditional dentures is the limitation they can place on eating and speaking. While implant dentures are attached firmly to the jaw, they closely mimic natural teeth in functionality. This means they can handle a wider variety of foods, allowing patients to return to a more normal diet and improved nutrition.
Additionally, since implant dentures are anchored in place, they don’t require adhesives, which are often messy and uncomfortable. These dentures eliminate the mess and provide you with more stability.
Prevention of Bone Loss
One of the significant benefits of implant dentures is their ability to preserve jawbone density and slow down the process of resorption. As your jawbone weakens, you may notice changes in your facial features, like wrinkles around the mouth or a more pointed chin. This is also one of the primary causes of traditional dentures becoming loose and uncomfortable over time. Implant dentures stimulate the jawbone bone because the mini dental implants act like natural tooth roots. This helps maintain bone structure and facial integrity.
Explore Your Denture Options Today
If you are contemplating dentures or seeking improved alternatives to your current ones, visit us for a free consultation today. Let us help you explore denture options that bring comfort, functionality, and confidence back to your smile. Contact us today for more information and to revitalize your smile!
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