Implant-supported Dentures in Fayetteville

Why Choose an Implant-supported Denture?

An implant-supported denture looks, functions, and feels the same as your natural teeth. Unlike your grandparents' dentures that sat in a jar on the dresser at night, implant-supported dentures are permanent devices that stay in your mouth. They're made of acrylic or porcelain and, rather than resting atop your gums like traditional dentures, they're attached to the jaw by a dental implant. This creates a strong and stable denture that won't slip or fall out when you're speaking, eating, or engaging in your favorite activity.

The teeth are placed in an acrylic base that resembles your natural gums, and each end of the denture is permanently attached to an implant. Typically, implant dentures are used in the lower jaw, but they can also be installed in the upper jaw.

What's the Procedure for Getting an Implant- supported Denture Placed?

Getting an implant-supported denture takes at least two office visits that can span as much as several months, depending on your body's rate of healing. During your first visit, your dentist will install the implants into your jaw. They're titanium posts and will anchor the denture. Titanium is used because it's lightweight, stable, and facilitates osseointegration, which is the process whereby the post becomes a permanent part of your jaw. The implant surgery is painless because you'll be given a local anesthesia. You'll receive aftercare instructions, and it's important that you follow them to ensure the best result and fewer complications.

When the implant sites have fully healed, which can take up to several months depending on your body's rate of healing, you'll return to our office and we'll attach the dentures.

Are Implant-supported Dentures Expensive?

Although the initial cost of an implant denture may be somewhat more than that of a traditional denture, it may eventually be more cost-effective. Implant dentures require no special adhesives, soaking solutions, or other preparations. You won't lose them because they're permanently installed, negating the need for a replacement denture in the future. Many patients say that the long-term investment makes the total implant denture less expensive. If you have additional questions about the cost of implant dentures, call our Fayetteville office and we'll answer them.

Are Implant-supported Dentures Right for Everyone?

Most people are good candidates for implant-supported dentures. The primary requirements are that you're in good overall health and you have enough bone in your jaw to support the implant. Your dentist will examine your teeth and jaw to determine if you're a good candidate for implant-supported dentures. If not, we'll recommend alternatives. Call our Fayetteville office for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Are There Advantages to Implant-supported Dentures?

Implant-supported dentures provide several advantages over traditional dentures, such as:

• You always have a mouth full of beautiful teeth. Your dentures aren't soaking somewhere.
• Implant dentures don't move around, so you don't have to worry about losing your teeth when eating or speaking.
• They look, function, and feel like your natural teeth.
• They're easy to maintain and need only good oral hygiene to last for decades or a lifetime.
• They can boost your self-confidence and self-esteem.
• They help maintain proper facial structure and jaw alignment.

What Maintenance Do Implant Dentures Require?

Easy maintenance is one of the primary advantages of implant-supported dentures. We recommend a soft-bristled toothbrush to remove plaque and debris. Floss using traditional dental floss, a proxabrush, or a floss threader. Be sure to use mouthwash before bed, and don't consume anything other than plain water after your nightly regimen. The only thing required to maintain an implant denture is a good oral hygiene regimen that you should already have. Brushing, flossing, using an antibacterial mouthwash, and getting an annual dental exam and cleaning can help your implant denture last for years, decades, or even a lifetime.

How Do I Know If I'm a Good Candidate for Implant-supported Dentures?

When you come to our Fayetteville office for your initial consultation, we'll examine your teeth and gums to ensure that you're a good candidate for the procedure. If not, we can suggest alternatives based on your unique situation and health. We'd love to help you achieve a more beautiful smile, so call Sparkling Smiles Fayetteville at (770) 461-6465. We've earned a reputation for being one of the best dental offices in the area, and we're sure you'll love our team and your results.

Call us today to learn more about getting a more beautiful smile and gaining self-confidence and self-esteem with implant-supported dentures. We look forward to speaking with you.