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Implant Dentures

Removable implant dentures

A complete denture can be difficult to wear. Implants placed underneath a removable denture solve many of the problems associated with denture wear. With an upper denture, many people find the plate covering the roof of the mouth reduces their ability to feel and taste food. Four implants under an upper denture can hold it securely enough that the plate can be reduced, or removed altogether. A lower denture is typically harder to wear than an upper one, as there's no suction to hold it in place, it can move around, press on the gum, and rely on the cheeks and tongue to stay put. Just two implants under a lower denture can improve this considerably. Because the denture anchors to the implants rather than the gums, patients can bite more firmly with less discomfort.

Non-removable implant dentures

For patients who'd rather not remove their denture every day, a non-removable implant-supported denture may be an option. This requires more implants than a removable implant denture, with the denture screwed onto the implants for a result that feels more natural and restores normal chewing force.

Full mouth treatment

An entire mouth can be rebuilt using dental implants to support replacement teeth. The best results come from combining implant placement with a porcelain crown and bridge treatment, usually using six to eight implants on the upper jaw and four to six on the lower.