Implant Dentures – New Lenox, IL
Secure Rows of Pretty & Lifelike Teeth
It may seem odd, but total tooth loss isn’t that uncommon; 1 in 6 adults 65 and older have lost all their permanent teeth. Still, that doesn’t mean you have to live with an emptied smile if (or when) you get one. Atrium Family Dental has just the solution to the problem: implant dentures in New Lenox! With our dentists’ help, these devices will make your grin full and gorgeous again. Simply keep reading to learn more about them, or book a consultation!
What are Implant Dentures?
Per the name, implant dentures are those that use dental implants. Their implant posts fuse with your jaw to ensure they remain stable and secure over time. To that extent, a set of implant dentures can give you a whole smile of pretty and lifelike teeth.
Our dentists will see if implant dentures suit you at a consultation visit. With their approval, we’ll then suggest you try one of two kinds of implant dentures. These types are the following:
Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures
Per its name, a fixed or “permanent” implant denture stays firmly in place and can only be removed by dentists. Most rely on four to fix strategically placed dental implants.
Fixed implant dentures are popular due to their security. Once placed, they remain steady and can be cleaned like natural teeth. However, the dentures only work for patients with high jawbone density.
Removable Implant Dentures
Compared to a fixed one, a removable implant denture can be taken out at any time. The device works by “snapping on” to implant posts with clips or ball sockets.
A bright side to these implant dentures is that they’re less invasive. After all, they only place two to five dental implants and need less jawbone density.
The Implant Denture Process
If we think implant dentures would help you, we’ll draft a custom treatment plan that outlines your care. Doing so will ensure you get the best results possible.
Any given implant denture treatment has three crucial steps. First, our team will perform the implant surgery that places the posts in your jaw. Next is the post-surgery recovery – the time when you’ll heal from placement and let the implants fuse with your jawbone. For the third and final step, we’ll deliver and place a full denture that connects to your implant posts.
Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?
Most adults with fair health (physical and oral) can qualify for implant dentures. All in all, the devices only require that you lack all (or most) of your natural teeth. However, some patients benefit more from them than others; the best candidates tend to have the following:
- A commitment to good oral hygiene
- No major pre-existing oral issues
- A desire for permanent replacement teeth
- Sufficient jawbone density
Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants
Should you get implant dentures from our office, you’ll receive perks like:
- The prevention (and reversal) of jawbone loss
- Tooth replacements that don’t slip or fall
- Lifelike and functional dental prosthetics
- A greater ability to eat, speak, and smile
- Simple cleaning and maintenance
- Long-lasting results (30+ years) with daily care