Do you find yourself overly conscious of the dentures in your mouth? Are you constantly worried that they’ll slip out at any moment? If so, you’re not alone! For many with dentures, this is a daily struggle. The good news is that traditional dentures aren’t the only solution for full-arch tooth replacement. At Brockley Dental Center, we offer a better option: implant retained dentures. Anchored by dental implants, they give you a beautiful and secure smile.
It’s time to leave the discomfort and frustration of traditional dentures in the past! With implant dentures, our patients can speak, eat, and laugh without worrying about their dentures slipping, shifting, or falling out!
The Downsides of Traditional Dentures
Traditional dentures have a gum-colored base that forms the foundation for artificial teeth. While the upper denture relies on suction to the roof of your mouth to stay in place, the lower denture rests on your gums for support. Although these restorations are custom-crafted according to your mouth’s unique contours, many find them difficult to keep in place.
The Lower Denture
The lower denture is notoriously unstable, especially as the jawbone beneath it starts to shrink. But why does this happen? Natural teeth have roots embedded in the jawbone that stimulate the bone when you bite and chew. This stimulation helps to keep the bone strong and healthy. When you lose teeth, this essential stimulation stops, and the bone begins to deteriorate. As your face and jaw slowly change shape, your traditional denture becomes less secure. While some people use adhesives or have their dentures relined to improve fit, they don’t solve the root of the problem. Simply put, your bone will continue to shrink, but your denture will stay the same.
Loose dentures shift while you eat, speak, and laugh, creating various problems. For example, as your dentures slip, they rub against the insides of your mouth and gums, causing irritation and discomfort. Additionally, food may become trapped underneath the prosthetic, leading to sore spots, bad breath, and an increased risk of infection.
The Upper Denture
Unlike lower dentures, traditional upper dentures rely on mouth moisture to suction securely against the roof of your mouth. Unfortunately, the denture base is large and bulky, covering your upper palate. This area contains important taste buds that help you enjoy the full flavor of foods and drinks. With the palate covered, your ability to taste is reduced, making meals less satisfying.
Traditional dentures are a common choice for replacing teeth, but their bulky design and functional limitations can impact your quality of life.
The Benefits of Implant Retained Dentures
Implant retained dentures are similar to traditional ones, but with one big difference that transforms the entire denture experience: dental implants. We place dental implants strategically throughout your jaw, creating a firm foundation for your dentures. This system gives you a much more stable and functional smile!
At Brockley Dental Center, we use mini dental implants because of their incredible benefits for patients. These implants are narrow, measuring less than 3 millimeters in diameter (that’s about the width of a toothpick). Their slim width and single-piece construction allow for quicker and easier placement compared to conventional dental implants.
In fact, we can use a minimally invasive technique to place mini implants, eliminating the need for incisions and sutures. Instead, we make a small pilot hole to secure the mini implants into your jawbone. These implants are also immediate loading, which means they are instantly stable enough to support a denture!
Of course, the key advantage of using mini dental implants to stabilize dentures is the exceptional retention they provide. The implants ensure your teeth stay in place during any activity, giving you peace of mind.
Unlike traditional dentures, implant-retained options eliminate the need for a bulky upper plate that blocks your taste buds or frequent relining to fix shifting lower dentures. With mini implants, you can enjoy the freedom to live confidently and comfortably.
The Cost of Implant Retained Dentures
Cost is often a concern when it comes to full-arch tooth replacement. At Brockley Dental Center, we accept dental insurance and will submit your claims on your behalf. If you’re unsure about your coverage, our team of experts will gladly guide you through the process.
We also offer financing options through several third-party healthcare lenders, allowing you to divide your payments into manageable monthly installments. This flexibility ensures you can get your implant dentures now and pay over time.
Our team at Brockley Dental Center helps patients like you afford to smile again, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance!
Stabilize Your Smile With Mini Implant Retained Dentures!
You don’t have to settle for traditional dentures that won’t stay in place! At Brockley Dental Center, we offer implant retained dentures for incredible stability and comfort!
We believe everyone deserves high-quality, affordable dental solutions so they can laugh, talk, and eat with confidence. Schedule a visit with us today to learn how we can replace your unstable teeth with secure and comfortable implant dentures.
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