Implant Dentures - Friendswood
The Best Way to Restore Your Bite
While traditional dentures are better than ever, some people may be frustrated with their limitations. Thankfully, securing your dentures with dental implants can be a great way to help your restoration exert maximum chewing power and keep it in great shape for as long as possible. Dr. Sierra is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology and takes great pride in providing the finest tooth replacement treatments possible. Here’s a quick look at the benefits of implant dentures from the team at Friendswood Dental Group.
Why Choose Friendswood Dental Group for Implant Dentures?
- Skilled and Compassionate Implant Dentist
- Replacement Teeth Act Just Like the Real Thing
- Financing Options Available
What Are Implant Dentures?
Dental implants are prosthetic devices surgically inserted into the patient’s jawbone where they fuse with its tissue through the natural process of osseointegration. These devices can be used to replace a person’s lost teeth by supporting a variety of dental restorations, and implant dentures can be the best way to restore an entire dental arch since they can exert superior chewing power and can last much longer than traditional appliances. Your dentist may recommend a device such as:
Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures
Fixed implant dentures are designed to remain anchored firmly in the mouth and should only be removable by a qualified dentist such as Dr. Sierra. These devices are usually supported by four to six strategically placed dental implants, and they are so comfortable that many patients wearing them forget they are wearing dentures at all.
Removable Implant Dentures
Also called “snap-on dentures,” removable implant dentures can be detached from the implants by the patient for cleaning purposes. These devices are held in place with clips or ball sockets, and they typically only require two to five implants. This can make them better for patients with thin jawbones.
The Implant Denture Process
The team at Friendswood Dental Group is trained and equipped to complete the entire implant placement process in-office. This includes the following steps:
- Consultation: Sierra will evaluate your oral health, determine the best way to replace lost teeth, and recommend preliminary treatments if necessary. Once you are in suitable oral health, we’ll be able to schedule you for placement surgery.
- Surgery: Sierra will painlessly insert implants into strategic points in your jawbone.
- Osseointegration and abutments: After your implants fuse with your jaw over several months, Dr. Sierra will place abutment pieces on top of them.
- Final restoration: Sierra will secure your denture to your implants.
While the process of receiving implant dentures may seem like a large investment of time, the results make it well worth the effort.
Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?
Most adults with missing teeth and good oral and overall health can be excellent candidates for implant dentures. During your consultation, Dr. Sierra will carefully evaluate your teeth, gums, and medical history to determine the best way to restore your smile. A suitable candidate for implant dentures will be free from gum disease, have sufficient jawbone density, and be able to safely receive minor surgery. If you aren’t ready for implant dentures yet, we may be able to schedule you for preliminary treatments so you can receive them later.
Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants
Implant dentures offer a range of incredible benefits like:
- Excellent chewing power
- Easy oral hygiene requirements
- Long-lasting restorations
- Improved confidence in your appearance
- Clearer speech
- Preventing jawbone atrophy
- Maintaining a youthful image