Missing teeth affect your self-esteem and make it difficult to eat and speak properly. Dentures are a popular option and often the first solution that comes to mind for people who are missing teeth, but they often don’t feel natural and can be challenging to keep in place.
Dental implants are an alternative that is growing in popularity because they offer several benefits over dentures, including stability, reduced maintenance, and a natural feel — but they do come at a higher cost. Before comparing dental implants and dentures, it’s essential to understand the purpose of implant surgery and why dental implants are often chosen by patients.
If you’re missing teeth, this blog post will compare dental implants and dentures to help you decide which option is right for you.
What are implant-supported dentures?
Dental implants are titanium screws that are surgically placed in the jawbone to act as a replacement for natural tooth roots. The implant will fuse with the bone over time, becoming a sturdy foundation for artificial teeth.
What are dentures?
Dentures are false teeth made of porcelain or acrylic. They replace missing teeth and can be removed and put back into your mouth. Dentures require less of an investment and provide an alternative to surgery.
How do dental implants work with dentures?
With dental implants, the titanium screw that is surgically placed in your jawbone is used as an anchor to keep your dentures secure. This helps to give the denture support, making it feel more like your natural teeth.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Improve stability
With dental implants, your denture will be more stable as it can “snap” or “screw” to the abutments. You no longer have to worry about your denture moving around when you’re talking or eating — and this will help you feel more confident about your smile.
Mitigate bone loss
When we lose our natural teeth, the bone in our mouth stops being stimulated and begins to recede. As a result, the muscles in our face become lax. Implants will assist in maintaining bone, and that will help reduce aging and sagging skin.
Peace of mind
Implant-supported dentures provide peace of mind by helping you feel more confident in everyday activities like eating, drinking, and socializing.
Eat the foods you enjoy
Many people who wear dentures no longer enjoy their favorite meals. They worry about their dentures slipping or their food getting stuck. Dental implants, on the other hand, provide improved bite force over conventional dentures. This will allow you to chew your food more effectively, which leads to a better nutritional value and digestion. Dental implants will also help you feel more in control of your diet by allowing you to eat your favourite foods.
Ready to start smiling again?
If you are missing teeth due to an accident, illness, or poor dental hygiene, denture implants are a great way to help get your life and smile back. Book a consultation with McCabe Denture today and recreate your smile.
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Already have dentures?
If you have dentures that are still in good condition, we can convert them into implant-supported dentures in a single day! To see if the procedure would be an option for you, take a look at this article: Signs You Need New Dentures.
