DENTAL IMPLANTS
Dental implants have become an increasingly popular method to replace one or more missing teeth. With an average time span of three to six months after the implant has solidified and osseointegrated into the jawbone, the implant abutment and dental crown are then placed to complete the implant restoration, helping the patient achieve optimal esthetics, chewing, and speech.IMPLANT SUPPORTED OVER-DENTURE
Complete full dentures often rely on the existing bone ridge and gingiva for retention (ie. to ensure the denture does not fall out and stays in properly). Denture adhesives can help to ensure the denture stays in, but must be used periodically throughout the day. Dental implants can also be used in certain denture case to help make sure the denture stays in place. Also known as implant over-dentures, multiple single implants are placed on top of the ridge. The dentures then "snap" in place on top of the implants, firmly holding the denture in place. The result is increased fit and retention, without the need for denture adhesives.How can Dental Implants Help Hold the Denture in Place?
- There is sufficiently thin bone ridge, denture adhesive does not help and the denture still "wobbles" and moves around.
- The patient does want the constant need to apply adhesive to the denture and wants a more permanent solution.
- Due to extreme muscle and bone atrophy, there is near nonexistent bone structure and ridge to support a denture in place.
- One does not have the physical ability or dexterity to apply denture adhesive, and would like a easier and more convenient method to hold the denture in place
Benefits of A More Secured Denture
- Increased ability to chew
- Eliminates need for denture adhesive
- Increased self confidence
- No need to worry the denture falling out
From you gentle family dentist in Bellevue,
Dr. Peter Chien
www.bellevuefamilydentistry.com
(425) 614-1600
Dental Implants Today are mechanical devices that have been designed to substitute for individual missing teeth. They function as an artificial tooth root, on top of which some type of dental prosthesis (a dental crown, bridge or denture) can then be placed.
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