Considering getting implant-supported dentures to replace your missing teeth? This tooth replacement option offers benefits that other denture types cannot. Read on to learn more about the process.
This denture choice differs from other dentures because it uses dental implants to keep the dentures securely. This allows wearers to perform their everyday functions, like eating and talking, without worrying about whether their dentures will shift around in their mouth, become loose or even fall out.
The information below is about what someone can expect to undergo when choosing implant-supported dentures to take the place of their missing teeth.
First, a consultation appointment is necessary for the dental professional to thoroughly examine the patient's mouth. Next, the patient must be approved to undergo the surgical placement of implants. Once the patient is approved, we can take impressions of their mouth and X-rays. These services give the dental professional a detailed view of the patient's bone structure before surgically inserting the implant into the patient's jawbone.
The patient is now ready to undergo the process of having their dental implants placed. Even though implant placement is a minor surgical procedure, patients will receive either local or general anesthesia. Next, we will make small incisions in the gum areas to place the implants. Then, we drill a small hole into these locations to create the place for the implant. After placing the implants, the patient will receive a few stitches to close the incision areas. It will take three to six months for the patient to heal from this surgical procedure.
Once the patient has completely healed, they will need to undergo another minor surgical procedure in order to have caps placed on the top of the implants. The purpose of these caps is to prevent the gums from healing over the top part of the implants. In the next week or two, the patient will need to return in order to have abutments placed on the upper part of their implants. Abutments are necessary to hold the cap securely in place and connect the dentures to the implants.
Patients can choose to have bar-retained implant-supported dentures or ball-retained implant-supported dentures, simply a matter of preference. Once the dental professional attaches the bar or ball to the abutments, the patient can try out their new dentures. Since the implant-supported dentures are custom-made, they can expect their dentures to fit them well and be comfortable. If any adjustments need to be made to the dentures, the patient simply needs to let the dental professional know so they can make any necessary adjustments.
Those who have questions can write them down and bring them to their consultation appointment to get the answers they need to make the right decision. While the process of placing implant-supported dentures can take a while to complete, those who have already undergone the process say that it is worth the time.
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