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Full dentures replace all the teeth in an upper or lower arch. They are custom-made removable appliances designed around the shape of your mouth.
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According to the American College of Prosthodontists, 90% of Americans with complete tooth loss rely on dentures, highlighting their crucial role in dental restoration. However, the options for those facing tooth loss have expanded well beyond traditional options. Modern advancements in dental technology present a variety of alternatives, such as implant dentures. These systems use dental implants to support a prosthetic, providing more stable and long-lasting options for full arch replacement. At the Mini Dental Implant Center of America in Colorado Springs, we provide various denture options that cater to our patients’ diverse needs.
Traditional dentures are removable dental appliances designed to replace missing teeth. These rest on the gums and stay in place primarily through a combination of suction and a close fit against the gums and the roof of the mouth. These are two varieties: complete dentures for replacing all the teeth in an arch, and partial dentures for when some natural teeth remain. Complete dentures rest on the gums, while partial dentures are anchored to the remaining teeth. For patients needing extractions, we provide immediate dentures so that you are never without teeth!
Overdentures are a type of removable implant-retained denture. They securely attach to mini dental implants embedded in the jawbone, offering greater stability than traditional dentures. Typically, 4 to 8 mini dental implants are needed to secure a full arch overdenture. This option is also known as a “snap-on” denture because the appliance can snap on and off the dental implants.
Like a full denture, a roundhouse bridge replaces all the teeth in an arch. These bridges are secured with 6 to 10 mini dental implants. This Fix-on-Six® system adds even more stability than an overdenture and never has to be removed by the patient. Instead, only Dr. Bashi will remove them during your routine cleanings.
Also known as permanent dentures, these bridges are cemented onto 10 to 12 mini implants, providing the most stable results. Like the semi-removable option, this bridge is crafted from zirconia, a material known for its strength, durability, and natural look. Considering these features, the non-removable roundhouse bridge most closely resembles natural teeth in look, feel, and function.
Dr. Bashi specializes in using mini dental implants to stabilize dental prosthetics. First, they are much smaller than traditional implants, which allows for much quicker and less invasive placement. Mini implants are approximately 3 millimeters in diameter compared to traditional implants, which average 6 millimeters. Since traditional implants are much larger, they typically require bone grafting and a much longer healing process. Second, due to the smaller size of the mini implant, they can be fit in narrow jawbones. This means they are an ideal choice for people who do not have enough jawbone space to support larger implants. They allow more patients to experience the benefits of implant dentures. Finally, even though they are small, mini implants are remarkably strong. They provide a stable, long-lasting foundation for a dental appliance.
The mini dental implants that support the denture prevent any shifting or slipping that typically occurs with traditional options. This provides a significantly more comfortable fit.
Implant dentures help to maintain a stable bite because the implants secure the prosthetic to the jawbone. This stability surpasses that of traditional dentures, enabling you to bite and chew with a level of force comparable to that of natural teeth.
With the strength of dental implants, you can enjoy a more balanced and satisfying diet without the limitations of traditional dentures. This means you no longer have to avoid tough meats or crunchy vegetables.
By enhancing stability, implant dentures minimize shifting and rubbing, which cause traditional prosthetics to wear out more quickly.
Your restoration options
The way your replacement teeth attach affects stability and daily cleaning. We use both mini and traditional implants and recommend the combination that fits your clinical needs.
This removable restoration connects to implants for added retention. You remove it for cleaning.
This semi-removable design provides another way to restore a full arch. We explain its attachment system and cleaning routine at your consultation.
A fixed full-arch bridge stays in place for daily use. It still requires careful cleaning and professional maintenance.
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See an implant-supported denture result from our practice.
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While conventional and implant dentures can replace all your teeth, partial dentures offer a practical solution if you have some teeth remaining. These are custom-made to fit around your existing teeth seamlessly. For a more stable alternative, Dr. Bashi can place a mini implant-supported dental bridge. This fixed appliance is an alternative to partial dentures that provides greater stability and a stronger bite force.
When a tooth is lost, the jawbone loses the stimulation it once received from the tooth’s roots. This lack of stimulation leads to bone loss, a process that can begin as early as six months to a year following tooth loss. Traditional dentures do not prevent this deterioration because they do not stimulate the jawbone. However, implant dentures offer a solution. Implants provide the same function as natural tooth roots. Besides offering a stable bite, the implants stimulate the jawbone. They mimic the natural process that keeps the jawbone strong and prevents bone loss.
Traditional dentures cannot prevent bone loss, leading to changes in your facial features. The most effective way for a denture wearer to prevent facial collapse is by supporting the prosthesis with dental implants.
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