Replace Your Missing Teeth with Stable and Functional Implant-supported Dentures
Are you tired of traditional dentures that are uncomfortable and ill-fitting? Welcome to the world of implant-supported dentures. These innovative dentures offer unparalleled stability, comfort, and confidence, allowing you to laugh, eat, and talk without impediments. Implant-retained dentures are firmly secured in the jawbone, providing optimal stability when using your teeth. Unlike conventional dentures, implant-retained dentures don’t move or fall out when eating or laughing.
Want to replace your missing teeth with reliable implant-supported dentures? If you are in Del Mar, California, and its environs, schedule an appointment with I-Rise Dental. Dr. Anu Mohan has the experience, expertise, and technology to install implant dentures to offer optimal function and beauty.
What are implant-supported dentures?
While it’s hard to imagine it, you can lose most or all teeth in your mouth. When you have extensive tooth loss, traditional dentures — anchored in place using suction or adhesives – offer a cost-effective solution. While conventional dentures work, they can be unstable or uncomfortable.
Implant-supported dentures resolve the flaws of conventional dentures by using dental implants. Implant dentures use 4-6 implants strategically placed in the jawbone to support a natural-looking denture. Implant-supported dentures come in different sizes and shapes, including Snap-on and All-on-4 dental implants.
In Snap-on dentures, the denture has special attachments that snugly rest on the implants for added stability and function. All-on-4 dentures use four implants (two at the front and two at the back) to provide optimal support for the denture.
What to expect from the procedure
Implant dentures involve several steps and a minimum of five months to complete the process. Below is an overview of the steps involved in placing implant-supported dentures.
- Initial consultation: Dr. Mohan uses digital x-rays and CT scanners to locate your nerves and sinuses and determine the extent of bone loss. Furthermore, the dental images aid in the planning phase to establish the number of implants required, where to place them, denture type and color, distribution of bite forces, etc.
- Implant surgery: After numbing your mouth, we incise your gums to expose the underlying bone. Then, we drill a small hole in the bone and place a titanium screw. Above the implant, we place an abutment (this can also be done after healing) that links the implant fixture to the final restoration. The last step is to close the implant site with stitches. This process is repeated for each implant.
- Healing and integration: After implant surgery, we’ll leave your implants for 4-6 months to allow healing and integration with the jawbone through osseointegration. We’ll place temporary restorations during this period to ensure you continue using your smile.
- The final step: Tooth restoration is the most exciting step of the implant treatment process. During this step, we place custom-made dentures on the abutments to replace missing teeth. After full-mouth teeth replacement with implant dentures, you can smile, eat, and talk without worrying about your teeth’s stability.
Placing implant-supported dentures is an intricate procedure. However, when you visit I-Rise Dental, you can rest assured you’ll get the best care. Dr. Mohan has transformed the lives of many patients with implant-supported dentures. Don’t just take our word for it. Please read the testimonial videos on our website and hear the heartwarming stories directly from the patients themselves!
To benefit from implant dentures, call (858) 465-8717 or book an online appointment to schedule a consultation with I-Rise Dental.
Frequently asked questions about implant-supported full dentures
If you are tired of your traditional full dentures that are ill-fitting and uncomfortable, Dr. Anu Mohan and her team at I-Rise Dental Boutique have a solution for you! Our team of dental professionals can educate you on the advantages of solutions such as implant-supported full dentures or implant-retained dentures, which can replace all of the natural teeth in the dental arch with a reliable and effective solution!
What are implant-supported full dentures?
Dr. Anu Mohan describes implant-supported full dentures as a type of prosthesis that involves placing dental implants into the jawbone to support a complete set of dentures. These implants act as anchors for the dentures, providing stability and keeping them from slipping or shifting in the mouth. This solution is ideal for individuals who have lost all their natural teeth but still have enough bone density in their jaw for the successful placement of implants.
What can I expect from the dental implant procedure?
The process of obtaining an implant-supported full denture starts with oral surgery to place the dental implants into the jawbone. Depending on your case, this may involve a single surgery or multiple surgeries with time for healing in between. After the implants have been placed and fully integrated with the jawbone, custom-made dentures will be created to fit onto the implants and give you a natural-looking smile.
Why should I choose implant-supported full dentures over traditional full dentures?
There are a few benefits of implant-supported dentures that make them a more reliable option for Dr. Anu Mohan’s patients. The first benefit is stability. Traditional full dentures rely solely on suction or adhesives to allow them to stay in place, which can be unreliable and uncomfortable. Implant-supported dentures are securely anchored into the jawbone, providing a stable and comfortable fit.
Another advantage is improved chewing ability. With traditional full dentures, many patients struggle with eating certain foods due to slippage and discomfort. Implant-supported dentures allow for a stronger bite force, making it easier to eat all types of food without worrying about your dentures moving.
Additionally, implant-supported full dentures can help maintain bone density in the jaw. When natural teeth are lost, the jaw bone can deteriorate over time. The placement of dental implants stimulates the jawbone to hold it in place, fusing the implant and bone for optimum strength and functionality.
How do I learn more about implant-supported full dentures and whether or not I am a good candidate?
If you are considering the benefits of implant-supported full dentures, we invite you to call our office today at (858) 465-8717 to request an appointment. We are conveniently located in Del Mar, California, at 3790 Via De La Valle #208, and are open to new and returning patients of the city and surrounding communities.
Dr. Anu Mohan earned her DDS from the USC in 2014 and was on the Dean’s list.
She enjoys all aspects of dentistry, including implants, crowns, bridges, clear aligners, and cosmetic and special-needs dentistry. She provides modern treatments to her patients in a safe, comfortable, and relaxed environment and adopts a holistic approach to suit every patient’s age and unique needs. She loves building long-lasting relationships with her patients.
Dr. Mohan has been featured in numerous journals and received the TOP General, Family, Implant and Cosmetic Dentist Award from Women in Medicine in 2021.
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