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Do you find yourself avoiding some of your favorite foods due to improper fitting dentures? Dental implants have proven to improve the support, retention and stability of a full or complete denture. Implant supported partial or full dentures stabilize the removable denture in place, reducing the slip and movement when speaking or eating. When you lose a tooth or multiple teeth, bone loss can occur if you do not seek proper treatment. Over time, a toothless jaw that is battered by a denture can lead to substantial bone loss. Like teeth, dental implants help to conserve your jawbone, preventing bone loss. Tooth Loss Tooth loss can occur for various reasons including neglecting your teeth and gums with a poor diet and poor oral hygiene. Additionally, teeth can be lost because of: * Tooth decay
* Root canal failure
* Gum disease
* Trauma to the mouth
* Excessive wear and tear Replacing your missing teeth as soon as they are lost is the best way to prevent serious health problems caused by tooth loss. Delaying the restoration process will only limit the possibility for a successful tooth replacement in the future. Your oral health influences your overall health. Teeth not only allow you to speak and chew properly, but they also have an influence on your self-esteem. Several or a whole mouth of missing teeth can give you a feeling of embarrassment and self-consciousness. With dentures, you can get a smile that looks, feels, and functions just like your natural teeth. The bone that supports your teeth and facial structure begins to deteriorate when a tooth is lost. Gaps in your teeth become an ideal place for foods to get trapped, increasing your rick for tooth decay and gum disease. The neighboring teeth may shift into the gaps where your missing teeth once were, creating a misaligned bite and affecting your jaw movement. As a result, normal every day functions, like eating, chewing and speaking become frustrating and challenging. What are Implant-Retained Dentures? Small, titanium implant posts can help to secure a single replacement tooth, a bridge or a denture. If you are a candidate for implant retained dentures you have two available options: Non-removable fixed dentures and removable overdentures. Non-removable fixed dentures more closely resemble and restore natural oral function, requiring a solid foundation of five or more implant posts per jaw. These fixed dentures allow you to continue to brush and floss as usual, freeing you from the extra upkeep of removable dentures and appear to be the strongest option. Removable overdentures are a solid alternative to traditional dentures and are attached directly to conventional implants, mini-implants, or an implant-supported bar. These dentures snap firmly into place for a reliable, secure fit and require the same care as traditional dentures, meaning you will take it out for cleaning periodically throughout your day. With implant supported dentures you can be confident that your teeth will not let you down. You will be able to eat what you like, smile proudly, and leave the adhesive behind. Unlike traditional dentures, implant retained dentures are held in place by dental implants which provide you with maximum retention, increase function, and added health benefits. Consult your dentist in Rochester today if you are missing some or all of your teeth. Dentures are not for everyone, but with proper consultation your Rochester Hills dentist will find the best treatment plan for your smile. Missing teeth can be a thing of the past with proper dental hygiene and dentures.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading Rochester family dentist, Dr. Phyllis Indianer. Dr. Indianer has been in dental health for 25 years and is a native of Southeastern Michigan. Infection control and the use of local dental laboratories are a top priority for this family dentist in Rochester Hills.
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