Dental Implant-Supported Dentures – Daytona Beach, FL

What Are Dental Implant-Supported Dentures?

A dental implant is a prosthetic tooth root that we surgically insert into the jawbone. Over time, it bonds with the bone so it can provide a strong base of support for the artificial tooth (or teeth) that go on top of it. Implants provide dentures with the strength and stability that are often lacking in non-implant forms of tooth replacement.

There are a few different types of implant dentures. Depending on your circumstances, we might recommend one of the following:

Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures

These dentures are permanently attached to the implants that support them, a fact that makes them convenient and similar to natural teeth in many ways. These prosthetics are only removed during dental appointments. They typically require 4 – 6 dental implants per arch, which means they often require greater jawbone volume than removable implant dentures.

Removable Implant Dentures

Removable implant dentures “snap” onto ball- or bar-shaped attachments. They usually require 2 – 5 implants to support them. Their removability makes them similar to traditional dentures in that they must be taken out of the mouth for daily cleaning. They are a popular treatment among patients who have lost some bone volume in their jaw.

The Dental Implant-Supported Denture Procedure

The procedure for dental implants in Daytona Beach can vary from patient to patient. In general, though, four main steps are necessary:

• Consultation. Your implant dentist in Daytona Beach will evaluate your candidacy for the treatment and start planning your procedure.
• Implant placement surgery. We will carefully insert the dental implants into your jawbone at precise, pre-planned positions.
• Osseointegration and abutment. Over a period of a few months, your implants will form a strong bond with the surrounding bone, after which you will receive attachments that will keep your denture in place.
• Restoration. Our team will design and place your beautiful new teeth.

Am I a Candidate for Dental Implant-Supported Dentures?

Most adults qualify for implant dentures, either right away or after some preliminary treatments. In general, candidates for the procedure:

• Have excellent oral hygiene habits.
• Have enough density and volume in their jawbone to support dental implants. If you don’t meet this criterion, a bone graft may help.
• Are determined to care well for their implants (for example, it would be ideal if you do not smoke).
• Are well enough to recover smoothly from minor surgery.

Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants

Some of the most outstanding benefits of implant dentures include:

• Strength and stability. Implant dentures are strong enough to stay in place even when you are eating relatively tough foods, such as meats, fresh vegetables, and virtually anything else.
• Aesthetics. We design the size, shape, and color of dentures with the goal of making them look as natural as possible.
• Jawbone preservation. Dental implants stimulate the jawbone and prevent much of the deterioration that normally occurs after tooth loss.

Longevity. Traditional dentures may last for just 5 – 8 years. Dental implants may last a lifetime, and implant dentures also have a long life expectancy.