Implant Dentures – Hingham, MA

What Are Implant Dentures?

Implant dentures appear similar to traditional ones, as they consist of artificial teeth atop a gum-colored base, and they’re durable enough to function as natural teeth. The difference, however, is that they’re supported not by the gum line by via dental implants that are embedded into your jawbone. Not only will you regain your complete bite, but your new teeth will look and feel much more natural than with more traditional restorations. Here are the two types of implant dentures we’ll recommend to you:

Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures

After attaching your dentures to the 4-6 dental implants on each arch, you should expect them to remain in place until your implant dentist removes them. This type of denture will be worn all day every day, meaning you won’t have to worry about taking them out to clean or soak them. Of course, you’ll require sufficient jawbone density to support these dentures.

Removable Implant Dentures

Your implant dentures can also be made to snap on and off of the dental implants, allowing you to have removable prosthetics. This is a great option for patients who have a weaker jawbone or may want to retrofit their traditional dentures to work as removable implant dentures.

The Implant Denture Process

After the initial consultation, your team will determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure and if you’d need to undergo preliminary treatments to ensure a successful process, such as bone grafting and gum disease therapy. Then, we’ll develop a detailed treatment plan that involves the number of dental implants needed, the timeframe, and the overall cost.

During your surgery, the dental implants will be placed in their pre-planned places. Your gums will be sutured around them and allowed to heal. The metal posts should integrate with your jawbone over the next 3-6 months, creating a stable foundation. After you’ve recovered, you’ll return to us to receive your personalized dentures.

Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?

Here are the three main prerequisites for determining if you’re eligible for implant dentures:

• Optimal health: You should be physically healthy enough to undergo minor surgery
• Good oral health: You should be free of any issues like gum disease, which can risk dental implant failure
• Sufficient jawbone density: Your bone tissue will need to have adequate mass to support the implants. This can be addressed with bone grafting if needed

Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants

By using dentures and dental implants together, you can appreciate the following advantages of your restorative solution:

• Simply daily dental care
• Improved biting power and chewing ability
• Entirely stable and lifelike foundation
• Absence of jaw stiffness, gum sores, or gum irritation
• Preservation of a more youthful facial shape and jawbone