Dentures & Implants

Dental implants depend on healthy bone and gum tissues as well as careful surgical and restorative planning. Periodontal health matters Active gum disease and poor plaque control can increase risks around natural teeth and implants. Implant placement is the surgical phase An implant is positioned in bone and allowed to heal before or during the…

Replacing a tooth after extraction can involve an implant-supported crown, bridge, removable appliance, or in some cases leaving the space unrestored. Timing varies Implant placement may occur at the time of extraction or after healing, depending on infection, bone, soft tissue, and the treatment plan. The restoration is separate from the implant The implant is…

A single missing tooth can often be replaced with an implant-supported crown, a fixed bridge, or in selected cases a removable partial appliance. Implant-supported crown An implant can support a crown without preparing adjacent teeth, but it requires surgical placement and adequate bone and tissue health. Fixed bridge A bridge uses neighboring teeth as supports…

Dentures can be complete or partial, removable or implant-supported, and designed for temporary or long-term use depending on the clinical situation. Complete dentures A complete denture replaces all teeth in an arch and rests on the supporting tissues. Partial dentures A removable partial denture replaces some missing teeth and uses remaining teeth and tissues for…

A cracked or broken denture should be professionally evaluated rather than repaired with household glue or reshaped at home. Keep all pieces Store broken pieces safely and bring them to the appointment. Avoid forcing the appliance A damaged denture can irritate soft tissues or fracture further if it is forced into place. Repair or replacement…

Hybrid or fixed full-arch implant prostheses can provide a stable replacement for a full arch of missing teeth, but they require surgery, restorative planning, maintenance, and a significant financial commitment. Potential advantages A fixed implant-supported prosthesis can improve stability and eliminate the need to remove the teeth for routine daily wear. Important tradeoffs Treatment can…

Learning to eat with a new partial denture takes time. Start slowly and follow the specific instructions given for your appliance. Begin with manageable foods Softer foods cut into smaller pieces can make the adjustment period easier. Chew on both sides when possible to improve stability. Be careful with very hard or sticky foods Foods…

A dental implant is the component placed in the jawbone; an implant restoration is the visible tooth or prosthesis attached to the implant. Implant treatment has surgical and restorative phases The implant is placed and allowed to integrate with bone. After appropriate healing, a crown, bridge, or other restoration is designed to attach to it….

Removable dentures and partial dentures need regular cleaning, safe handling, and periodic evaluation of their fit. Clean the appliance and your mouth Remove and clean the denture as directed. Also clean the gums, tongue, and any remaining teeth. Fit can change Bone and soft tissues change over time, and a denture can become loose even…