Top 5 Benefits of Implant Supported Dentures

Dental implants are among the most significant advancements of dentistry in recent history. Implants take the place of a tooth’s natural root and act as an anchor for new crowns or dentures. The benefits of implants and implant supported dentures are wide-ranging and extensive. From offering greater comfort and functionality, to improving appearance, implants offer a stable, long-term solution for missing teeth.

Benefits

Implant supported dentures, or overdentures are often called a long-term investment because of their durability. Even though the initial outlay is more than traditional dentures, implants save patients money in the long run because they are reliable, promote dental wellbeing, and can last many years before requiring any further work. Implant supported dentures are customized to fit the face and mouth structure of the patient, and so create a more natural looking smile and tend to feel and function like actual teeth. The psychological impact of this is huge – a secure and reliable smile leads to greater self-confidence when talking, eating and interacting with others. Other benefits include:

1. No movement – One common complaint among traditional denture wearers is a lack of stability. With dental implants, the posts fuse to the bone through a process known as osseointegration, creating a stable base for new teeth. Dentures won’t slide or fall out.
2. More natural bite – New crowns or dentures are firmly attached to the stable dental implant using an abutment or additional metal bar. Dentures are reliably affixed in the implant without the use of adhesives, providing an additional feeling of security for denture patients.
3. Improved comfort – Traditional dentures sit directly on the gums, which can rub and create sore spots, especially if the new dentures are ill-fitting. With implant supported dentures, the dentures sit atop the implants, alleviating discomfort and aggravation for patients.
4. Stimulates bone growth – Because the dental implants take the place of a tooth’s natural root, they help bolster the mouth and jaw structure and stimulate surrounding tissue. In addition, the implants don’t interfere with adjacent teeth or roots, improving gum and oral health.
5. Improves chewing and digestion – Implant supported dentures act as natural teeth and can withstand normal bite pressure. Unlike traditional denture wearers who often need to relearn how to eat, implant supported denture patients have discovered this means no food limitations or restrictions in dental function. Implant supported dentures improve chewing ability because of their strength, allowing food to be digested more naturally.  

If you have ill-fitting dentures or are need to find a solution for missing teeth, contact our Philadelphia dental office to schedule an appointment with Gilbert Dental Center.