Our College Point dentist may recommend implant-supported dentures if you are replacing many or all the teeth in a dental arch. This restoration gives you back a confident smile as well as restoring your ability to chew and speak normally while removing the worry of loose, or “floating,” teeth caused by traditional dentures. Call us at (718) 747-0020 to set up a consultation with Dr. Tanya Vlacancich and learn more about implant-supported dentures in College Point, NY and Whitestone.
If you are looking for a stable, lasting solution for multiple missing teeth, our dentist may recommend implant-supported dentures. Implant-retained dentures are very similar in form to traditional dentures; however, they are stabilized by dental implants. Very often, denture wearers complain that dentures become loose and “float” around the mouth, limiting their ability to eat and speak comfortably. Implant dentures are a cost-effective solution, and in many cases, we can even retrofit an existing denture with implants.
The first step in anchoring your denture with dental implants is the placement of the implants. The dental implants, which are similar in appearance to screws, are surgically inserted into the jawbone in order to securely anchor your denture. While the specific number of implants required will depend on your individual needs, most cases require four to six dental implants per denture. Once the implants have been placed and allowed sufficient healing time, your denture is attached on top. Implants provide your denture with exceptional stability. In fact, many patients report that their implant-retained dentures feel and function like their natural teeth.