Implant Dentures — Morgan Hill, CA
Dentures You Can Be Excited About
Traditional dentures are a tried-and-true tooth replacement option to be sure, but not many patients would say they’re “excited” to receive them. Visiting your dentist in Morgan Hill for an implant denture will definitely make you want to celebrate! This modernized restoration provides the same comprehensive transformation that traditional dentures do, but with some additional benefits that patients love. You can keep reading to learn more about implant dentures at Morgan Hill Dental Care or contact our friendly and knowledgeable team.
Why Choose Morgan Hill Dental Care for Implant Dentures?
- Dental Implant Surgery Completed In-House
- Highly Experienced Team
- Advanced Technology and Realistic Materials
What Are Implant Dentures?
Traditional dentures are designed to rest directly on top of your gums. This is an effective way to replace many missing teeth at once without demanding too much from the jawbone, but some patients struggle to keep their denture in place while eating or speaking.
An implant denture combines a traditional denture base and teeth with dental implants that are surgically placed below the gumline. After connecting these pieces with an abutment, the denture will be supported by the jawbone and will stay firmly fixed in place.
Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures
Fixed (or permanent) implant dentures will stay in your mouth 24/7. This means you won’t need to remove them for cleaning, but also that you’ll need a strong jawbone in order to support the amount of dental implants you’ll need.
Removable Implant Dentures
In contrast, patients can take out a removeable implant denture at their convenience. You’ll have to take extra care to remember to clean them regularly, but since they don’t need as many implants, a removable implant denture is excellent for patients with jawbone loss.
The Implant Denture Process
The implant denture process can be summed up into four main steps:
- Consultation
- Dental implant surgery
- Osseointegration
- Attaching the denture to your implants
Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?
Implant dentures are a good tooth replacement solution for those missing an entire arch of teeth. It’s also important that you’re free of oral conditions like cavities and gum disease and that you have enough jawbone mass to support the dental implants. Don’t worry, though – if you don’t qualify at first, we can help you get there with preliminary treatments like gum disease therapy and bone grafting.
Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants
One of the most notable benefits of combining dentures and dental implants is superior stability. However, there are plenty of more benefits you’ll be able to enjoy after treatment! For example:
- You’ll have a full, perfectly seamless smile
- You’ll be able to eat more foods
- Jawbone loss will be slowed or prevented altogether
- With proper care, your new smile will last for decades