Saturday, 23 November 2024
Dentures are removable dental prostheses that take the place of missing teeth. They are generally more cost effective than dental implants or bridges. Depending on whether the patient has one or few remaining healthy teeth or none at all (top and bottom), he can opt for either a partial or full denture.
Partial dentures are held in position by attachments to existing teeth, roots or implants. Full dentures can be put in place after removal of all teeth and are usually used by patients who are in their later years. Both types of dentures can be made to look life like or natural. Several trips to the dentist may be required to get a working model of the final product.
Some people may not be good candidates for dentures and may instead choose implants. A discussion with their dentist regarding different options is important.
Dental implant therapy has been one of the most significant advances in dentistry in the past 25 years. Hundreds of grateful denture patients have experienced the immediate improvement in their quality of life that long term denture stability brings. Several different types of implants and restorations are available. The choice depends upon the amount of bone available, the patient’s general health and restoration preference.
IMTEC, a 3M Company, revolutionised dentistry with the introduction of minimally invasive implants for denture stabilisation. These small diameter implants (around 2mm diameter) enable your dentist to broaden the spectrum of patients that can be treated.
Visit your dentist in the morning, have the mini implants placed in less than two hours, then go out and enjoy your favorite lunch. Eat comfortably, have a pleasant conversation, laugh and talk with confidence. Your denture feels secure and is being held firmly in place.
