Implant Dentures Provide Full-Arch Stability and Esthetic
Getting dentures is one of the best ways to restore a healthy smile after the loss of multiple teeth. Provided that you are a viable candidate for implantation, Columbia Basin Denture Care can fit you for implant dentures in our Tri-Cities office. We believe that implant dentures provide the best stability and appearance for our patients, allowing them to chew comfortably and enjoy a natural-looking, stable, and long-lasting smile.
What Are Implant Dentures?
Implant dentures are one of the best ways to replace multiple teeth and reclaim your smile. Losing one or more teeth can impact your confidence in your appearance. In our Kennewick, WA dental office, we provide implant dentures to patients who need them. Options include implant-supported dentures, implant-retained dentures, and full-arch implanted dentures.
Implant dentures are held in place by small, titanium screws that are implanted into the patient’s jawbone. Depending on the mechanism used to attach dentures to the mouth, they may or may not be removable for cleaning.
One of the biggest benefits of implant dentures is that they stay in place while you are talking or chewing food. People with natural teeth may exert 100 to 200 pounds of force per square inch of a bite. Denture wearers may exert only about 25 pounds per square inch. That is a minimum of 75% less biting ability compared to your natural teeth. Implant dentures greatly increase your chewing ability. We are happy to discuss your denture options with you, including digital dentures, to determine if implant dentures are right for you.
Implant-Supported vs Retained Dentures: Which is Right for Me?
The best way to determine whether implant-supported or retained dentures are right for you is to consult with a dentist to determine if you have enough and the right type of bone to support implants. If you decide you want dentures, there are two options to consider: implant-supported and retained dentures. Here are some of the benefits of implant-supported dentures.
Improved Esthetic
Implant-supported dentures provide an improved esthetic when compared to retained dentures. That is because implant-supported dentures snap in and are held securely in place by screws. They do not move around in your mouth, and you will not have to worry about your smile being off-center. They provide a natural-looking smile.
Secure Fit
Another benefit of implant-supported dentures is that they fit your mouth perfectly and securely. Once your Kennewick, WA denturist has fitted your implant-supported dentures to your mouth, you can be confident that they fit well and there will be no need to worry about them slipping or moving after you put them in.
Comfort
The comfort of our patients is a priority for everybody at Columbia Basin Denture Care. We prefer implant-supported dentures because they eliminate many of the causes of discomfort that can hinder denture wearers’ enjoyment of life. It is unlikely you will experience any discomfort once you have become accustomed to your new implant-supported dentures because they are fitted to your mouth and snapped into place.
Bone and Gum Preservation
The final benefit of implant-supported dentures is that they help to preserve the bones in your mouth as well as your gums. Without proper fitting dentures, there can be issues with patients’ bones and gums, including bone loss and deterioration. Implant-supported dentures reduce the risk of bone loss and offer patients the best chance for a healthy mouth.
Am I a Good Candidate for Implant Dentures?
How can you know that you are a candidate for implant dentures? You will need a full examination by a qualified dentist to be sure, but here are some indications that implant-supported dentures might be a good choice for you:
- You have lost multiple teeth and do not want to get multiple, single-tooth dental implants. Single tooth implants have a lot in common with implant-supported dentures but getting multiple implants may be more expensive and time-consuming than getting implant-supported dentures.
- You have sufficient jawbone density to support dental implants. Your jawbone must be strong enough to allow us to insert the titanium hardware necessary to support implant dentures.
- You have tried retained dentures and found them to be uncomfortable or have struggled with their fit and appearance.
Whether you need full, partial, or immediate dentures, our team of experienced denturists is here to help.
Replace Your Missing Teeth with Implant Dentures
You deserve to have a smile you love. If you have lost more than one tooth, then implant-supported dentures may be the right choice for you.
Columbia Basin Denture Care serves patients in the Tri-Cities in our Kennewick, WA office. To find out if you are a candidate for implant-support dentures, please schedule a consultation. We look forward to hearing from you!