Today, dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far better than both traditional dentures and dental bridges. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over traditional dentures.
- Secure in the mouth—no slipping
- Provides up to 100% natural chewing function
- Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate
- Comfortable
- Little or no gum irritation
- Doesn’t impair speaking power
- Strong and durable
- Implants prevent bone loss and “sunken face”
- Allows user to eat any type of food—even steak
- No adhesive required
- Minimally invasive oral surgery for implant placement
What Are The Differences Between Fixed and Removable?
Fixed implant-retained dentures (sometimes called screw-in) require more implants than the removable type. They can restore 100% chewing power.
Removable implant dentures (sometimes called snap-in) may require just 4 implants to stabilize the upper arch and just 2 for the lower denture. Removable implant-stabilized dentures can restore up to 90% of chewing ability.
How Do I Choose?
Call to schedule an implant denture consultation with ColemanDental in Houston TX. The following factors will affect the recommendation.
Bone Condition
Implants require the patient to have a sufficient amount of healthy bone structure for placement. The condition of your jawbone affects whether or not it can support implants and where the posts can be inserted.
Cost
Fixed implant dentures cost more but some people believe the benefits outweigh the extra expense.
Convenience
Fixed implant-stabilized dentures don’t have to be removed for cleaning. Patients who have found it inconvenient to clean traditional dentures would face the same issue with removable implant-retained dentures.
Diet
Fixed dentures are more durable than removable dentures. Patients who choose foods that are harder to chew should consider this.
Sleep Conditions
People with TMJ or sleep apnea may find it more onerous to manage these conditions if they have to remove their dentures at night.
For an implant denture consultation, call us.
