Implant supported complete dentures
What is an implant-supported complete denture?
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An implant-supported complete denture is a type of overdenture that is supported by implants. It is given to individuals who have no teeth in the jaw but have enough bone to support implants. You can get an implant-supported denture in either the upper or lower jaw. Your dentist will consider certain requirements and choices when recommending fixed or detachable alternatives. Perhaps the most essential consideration is that implants will significantly lower the damaging resorptive bone-loss process– by about 75 per cent less in the locations the implants are placed as compared with making use of dentures without implant treatment.
How Do Implant-Supported Dentures Work?
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There are two types of implant-supported dentures. In both cases, the denture will be made from an acrylic base that will appear like gums. Porcelain or acrylic teeth that look like natural teeth are attached to the base.
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Bar-retained dentures– A thin metal bar that follows the curve of your jaw is connected to two to five implants that have been positioned in the jawbone.The denture fits over the bar and is safely clipped into place by the attachments.
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Ball-retained dentures (stud-attachment dentures)- Each implant in the jawbone holds a metal accessory that suits another accessory on the denture. For the most parts, the attachments on the implants are ball-shapedand they suit sockets on the denture. This type of denture is generally preferred in lower jaw and is semi-fixed. It can be removed by the patient every night and worn again the next day morning.
What is all on four dentures?
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All-on-Four is a way to replace all of missing teeth in a single arch using four dental implants. An arch simply means all of the teeth in one jaw. This type of implant supported dentures are mostly done in upper jaw, where four implants are placed in the jawbone and an overdenture is fixed on these implants. These are usually fixed prosthesis and only the dentist can remove them and re-fix after proper cleaning, preferably once every year.
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When to Have Implant Supported Dentures?
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Normally, if an individual is healthy enough to go through a tooth extraction, then they are likewise a prospect for the implant supported denturestreatment. The entire surgical phase can frequently be completed in one go, although cautious evaluation and pre-planning are required pre-requisites. Implant supported denture is particularly beneficial for a disappointed denture patient struggling with discomfort and absence of retention, like of their lower denture. Research has shown that neither increasing age nor osteoporosis is a barrier to successful healing or combination of implants.
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Because the conservation of bone structure is a major cornerstone of modern-day dentistry, the prevention of additional bone loss is a key element in the success of implant supported treatment. Likewise, since the majority of the bone loss happens within the first year after missing teeth, it is most ideal if implants are positioned during the very first year after missing teeth instead of waiting until later. Therefore, the utilization of implants to preserve bone is in itself an adequate reasoning to recommend this treatment.
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Your Dentist and Implantologist will be able to guide you regarding the various treatment options specific for you; and will answer any queries you may have prior to any implant procedure is undertaken.