When you have lost your teeth, dentures can give you back your smile and basic function. Unfortunately, traditional dentures are not secured in place, which can result in shifting and even arches falling out when talking, eating or laughing. There is a solution – implant-retained dentures, which we offer at Neville Dental Studio in Scottsville, Horse Cave and Bowling Green, KY.
The biggest complaints about dentures are that they are unreliable and uncomfortable. Removable dentures use a combination of suction and gritty adhesive to hold them in place, but they can move around. This can cause discomfort and embarrassment for many denture wearers. Many people with dentures avoid social situations or pop out their dentures as soon as they get home due to discomfort.
A more suitable option for those with dentures is dental implant retention. Dental implants are titanium posts that are screwed into the jawbones, which fuse to the bone. These are permanent structures that can last a lifetime and offer a secure way to hold your dentures in place.
Implant-Secured Dentures
At Neville Dental Studio, our restorative dentists have the advanced technology needed to create implant-retained dentures for our patients. We can design a beautiful set of dentures that look natural and are made to stay in place with dental implants. Our dentists can perform implant surgery to add a few posts into your jawbone that will connect to your dentures. No more gritty adhesives or slipping dentures – they will stay in place and can be cleaned just like natural teeth. Our 3D imaging can ensure your new dentures fit perfectly and look and function more like your natural teeth.
Implant-retained or fixed dentures are an option for most people who need restorative dentistry. Our dentists can determine whether you have enough bone density to support dental implants. Some patients may need a bone graft procedure if they have low bone density in their jaw.
Your teeth are an important part of your oral function and appearance. If you need dentures, choose the option that gives you a more attractive and functional solution. Contact our team at Neville Dental Studio to discuss whether implant-secured dentures or other dental implant options are right for you. Call our dental center in Scottsville, Bowling Green or Horse Cave, KY, to make your appointment.
