Implant-Supported Dentures in Grapevine

What's Meant by an Implant-supported Denture?

This type of denture is attached to an implant that's permanently installed in your jaw, so there's no possibility that it will slip or fall out. Unlike traditional dentures that rest atop your gums and are held in place only by denture adhesive, implant dentures are permanently installed and look, feel, and function like your natural teeth. Although they're recommended for the lower jaw, they can be installed on either the upper or lower jaw, or both jaws. If you'd like more information or have additional questions, call our Grapevine office, and we'll help you.

How Do Implant-supported Dentures Work?

Two major types of implant dentures are available: ball-retained and bar-retained. Both have acrylic bases that resemble your natural gums, and either acrylic or porcelain is used for teeth.

Ball-retained dentures have spherical attachments that fit into sockets on the denture. Bar-retained dentures have a single curved metal bar that supports the implants and the denture clips onto it.

What's the Implant-supported Dentures Procedure?

If you opt for implant-supported dentures, you'll typically need two visits to our Grapevine office. During your first visit, we'll place the implants under the gumline in your jaw. Healing usually takes a few months, and when your sites have healed, you'll return to our office to have your dentures installed.

We'll expose the tops of the implant posts and then affix the supporting mechanisms to the post. In some instances, we can place the posts and dentures during the same office visit, but your dentist will determine if that's an option for you.

How Much Do Implant-supported Dentures Cost?

Your cost for implant-supported dentures in Grapevine will be unique to you and will be determined by the following:

• Number of implants you need
• Number of follow-up visits you'll need
• Type of attachments you select
• Your insurance coverage
• Any additional work needed will also factor into your final cost for implant-supported dentures. We want to ensure that you have the affordable quality implant-supported dentures that you need at a price that works for your budget, so we'll work with you on the cost of denture implants.

Do Implant-supported Dentures Provide Benefits?

Yes! Anyone who is missing a substantial number of teeth can benefit from them. They're more comfortable than traditional dentures, and they're more stable. You won't worry that your dentures will slip or fall out, so you'll be more comfortable eating, drinking, speaking, and socializing.

They're a great permanent solution for missing teeth and may help maintain better facial structure. When you have no teeth in your jaw, your face can become misshapen, so having teeth in your mouth may help avoid that. If you'd like more information, call our Grapevine office, and we'll answer all your questions.

What Maintenance Is Required for an Implant Denture?

Your dentures need the same good oral hygiene that natural teeth require. They should be cleaned twice daily, in the morning and at night. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush in a horizontal motion, use gentle pressure, and hold the toothbrush at an angle to the gum. Your dentist may recommend a proxabrush, which is a toothbrush specifically designed to clean hard-to-reach areas around the tips of your dentures. You can use dental floss to reach tight areas.

If you have additional questions, be sure to call our Grapevine office or ask them when you come in for your appointment. However, remember that good oral hygiene is essential for good oral health, which is essential for good physical health, so always go the extra mile to maintain good oral health.

Why Should I Get Implant-supported Dentures?

If you want a comfortable, permanent solution to traditional dentures, this may be your best option. They look very natural, they're very secure, and they're affordable.

You'll be more self-confident when you're speaking because you won't have slipping dentures that garble your words. You'll be more self-confident about eating because you aren't worrying about your dentures falling out. When you're more self-confident, you have more self-esteem. You'll always have a mouth full of beautiful teeth; they won't be soaking in a jar somewhere.

When you practice good oral hygiene, your dentures will last for years or decades. These are just some of the benefits of implant-supported dentures.

For more information on our affordable quality implant-supported dentures, call our Grapevine office. We have an excellent reputation in the area and we're sure you'll be happy with the service you receive.

Call us today. We look forward to speaking with you.