By placing four or six dental implants, it is allows your denture to ‘lock’ in place, without the need for sticky adhesive. An Implant implant-retained denture is held securely in place, meaning it is stable in function and can still be easily removed for cleaning.
Implant Dentures can provide a dramatically improved option. There are different types of implant dentures, and at Crowborough Gentle Dental Practice, we have experience with various methods.
For a lot of people, wearing a denture is very uncomfortable due to the lack of retention while eating. Dental implants can be used to stabilise dentures, making them much more comfortable and also much better for function, allowing you to eat harder things again.
Implants can be used to retain both full or partial dentures. The procedure is suitable for patients who already wear a denture or who may have to in the future.
Unlike dental implants with porcelain teeth attached, which are not removed for cleaning, an implant-retained denture needs to be taken out every evening and cleaned in the same way as a traditional denture, then replaced in the mouth the next morning.
There are different types of fixing mechanisms available – your dentist will be able to advise on which one is going to work best for you.
In comparison with traditional dentures, implant-retained dentures have the following benefits:
If you are considering implant retained dentures or would like to know more about what the procedure entails and whether it would be right for you, an appointment at Crowborough Gentle Dental Practice will give you the opportunity you need to ask questions and find out more.
The process of having implant-retained dentures generally consists of several steps over a 3-6 month period as described below:
1. Consultation + X-ray Assessment of the Potential Implant Sites
– All associated procedures and risks will be discussed, including a printed quote covering all costs involved.
2. Implant Surgery (may include additional procedures, including bone grafting or sinus lift)
– Usually done in a pain-free manner under local anaesthetic in the dental chair. Procedure time will be determined by the number of implants needed.
3. Healing Period of 3-6 Months
– Time needed for the implant to integrate into the jaw bone before it can be used for function.
Dentures will be worn carefully during this time. We will schedule review appointments during this time to check the healing process.
4. New Denture Fabrication or Modifying Existing Denture
– This will be done by our local certified dental laboratory to ensure the correct fit is achieved.
5. Maintenance & Follow-ups
– Implants along with the dentures should be reviewed at least on a yearly basis along with the rest of the mouth at routine dental check-ups.
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