Stronger, Sturdier Smiles: Why You Should Get Implants for Your Dentures

Without your teeth, you may not feel like smiling even when you’re happy, and you won’t be able to enjoy a wide variety of foods to keep yourself healthy. It’s little wonder then why most people choose to get dentures as soon as they’ve lost an entire arch of teeth. However, while it’s true that dentures have been around for centuries and remain a reliable option for tooth replacement, they do have a number of disadvantages that might stop you from enjoying life to the fullest. Read on to learn more about the potential downsides to dentures – and why it’s generally a good idea to upgrade them with dental implants.

What are Some of the Disadvantages of Dentures?

Compared to other forms of tooth replacement, dentures tend to be easier to get and are generally less expensive. However, over the long term you’ll become more familiar with their less-than-desirable qualities. For example:

• Over time they may start to slip whenever you talk or eat, requiring frequent relinings or the use of an adhesive.
• You have to remember to take them out at the end of the day and for periodic cleanings.
• Removing food particles and plaque can be challenging since you have to pay attention to the inside of the dentures as well as the outside.

Why Should You Get Dental Implants?

Full dentures can be anchored to four to eight dental implants that have been surgically attached to your jawbone. The implants will hold your false teeth firmly in place and will fulfil the function of your natural tooth roots. This means you’ll enjoy the following improvements to your quality of life:

• Your dentures will not slip at inconvenient times, and they will not prevent you from enjoying tougher foods.
• There’s no need for denture adhesive; your new teeth will stay in your mouth at all times.
• You can brush and floss like you would normally.
• The implants will stimulate your jawbone and stop it from breaking down, keeping it healthy and strong.
• The implants themselves will last for decades or even a lifetime – far longer than a traditional denture.

What Are the Steps to Getting Implants for Dentures?

If you want to get dental implants for your dentures, first you need to schedule an appointment with an implant dentist. They’ll need to check your jawbone and determine whether certain preparatory procedures are needed first. For example, a bone graft might be necessary to ensure that there’s enough density in the jaw to support the implants.

Dental implants make it easier to enjoy all of your favorite meals and allow you to live life normally again. The sooner you talk to your dentist about getting implants, the sooner you’ll be able to enjoy dentures that are far more stable and reliable.

About Bethel Dental

Our team of dentists always goes above and beyond to help patients from all walks of life enjoy strong, healthy smiles. Our advanced technology allows us to place dental implants with extremely high accuracy so that they can serve as the roots for reliable prosthetic teeth. If you or a loved one has been thinking about getting implant-retained dentures, get in touch with us today through our website.