What are dentures secured by implants?
Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Tooth implants can be used in many different ways. In this article, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base for securing a denture to either the upper or lower arch.
How are the posts inserted?
The implants are first surgically inserted into the jaw bone.
The patient is then given time to heal with the posts in place. In the months after implantation, the post integrates with the jaw bone in a process called osseointegration.
Once healed, the tooth implant recipient returns for a final fitment of his/her new permanent dentures.
Who is an appropriate candidate for dentures secured by implants?
When contemplating whether to get implant secured dentures, conventional dentures, or some other restoration option, the quantity of teeth missing will be a determining factor. If you have experienced severe tooth loss but still have good bone then you may be an appropriate candidate.
For patients with one or two missing teeth, an implant for each missing tooth may be a better option. Each post would have an abutment (connecting piece) and crown placed.
People with three or four adjacent missing teeth may consider two implants attached to a dental bridge. This configuration is similar to dentures secured by but the bridge covers less gum tissue at the location.
If you live in Friendswood, Alvin, or Pearland (where Montz and Maher Dental Group is located) call 281-485-4829 to schedule a consultation.
Contact Montz and Maher Dental Group:
2443 S Galveston Ave
Pearland, Texas 77581
Pearland Phone: 832-895-51201769 S. Friendswood Dr. Ste 107
Friendswood, TX 77546
Friendswood Phone: 281-482-1275
