The Magic of Implant-Retained Dentures
What Are Implant-Retained Dentures?
Implant-retained dentures differ from conventional dentures, which depend on suction and soft tissue support for retention and can be removed, by merging the benefits of both dentures and dental implants into a single solution. This approach provides the stability, esthetics, and durability associated with implants alongside the lower cost of dentures, and the recovery time involved is considerably shorter than what a full-mouth reconstruction using individual conventional implants would typically require.
How Do Implant-Retained Dentures Work?
Implant-retained dentures differ from conventional dental implants in that they use just four implants per arch to secure an entire denture, rather than one implant per tooth. This represents a substantial reduction in the number of implants required. Because the denture is supported through the underlying bone rather than resting against the gum tissue, pressure on the gums is avoided. This bone-based support can make chewing more comfortable and may help reduce jawbone loss over time. While this approach is more frequently used for the lower jaw, it can also be applied to the upper jaw.
Who Does Dr. Donn Recommend Them For?
Dr. Donn may recommend implant-retained dentures for patients with no natural teeth remaining if they still have enough healthy jaw bone to support the implants, particularly when full-mouth reconstruction with individual implants is outside the patient’s price range. If you want to learn more about implant-retained dentures, call 856-424-7477 or send us an email.