Aspen Hills Denture Centre
Where your smile begins again...
IMPLANT DENTURES
What is an Implant?
- An implant is an artifical titanium tooth root which resembles a screw. After a dentist or dental surgeon places an implant in your jaw bone, the implant can be used to support a denture and greatly improve denture retention
Why should I get implants?
- Implanted-retained dentures are the best option for people who experience loose dentures, - usually the lower denture, continued soreness after numerous adjustments, or if you want to regain sensation of feeling the palate.
Can I Afford to Get Implants?
- As dental implant therapy becomes more common, there are many options for those who are interested in this treatment. We can refer you to practitioners with various financial and treatment options to have implants surgically placed.
When a dental implant is used to help keep a denture in place, but still rests directly on the gums and is easily removable by the patient, it is called an “overdenture”.
Typically, the fewest implants required for implant dentures is 4 implants for a complete upper denture or 2 implants for a complete lower denture, but the number of dental implants you want could be more.
The reason the top denture requires more implants is because the bone that the implants rest in is softer in the upper jaw than the lower jaw. In addition, in order to remove the nuisance of plastic covering the roof your mouth in a complete denture, 4 implants are required. The number of implants required to assist a partial denture depends on your specific situation and wants.
Removable Implant Denture
These dentures "snap" onto attachments that look like small buttons or hitches. This keeps the denture secure while you eat but allows you to remove it for cleaning.
Fixed Implant Denture
These are not removable. They are screwed onto multi-unit abutments, which create a level platform for the teeth. This option is more like a permanent dental bridge and provides a very natural feel.
Why you should choose Aspen Hills Denture Centre
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Fair and honest pricing
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Your dentures will be customized to your liking
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We will help you select the shape, size, and shade of your teeth to ensure that your dentures suit you
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We only use high quality materials that are certified by Health Canada