Monday, March 16, 2015

Which Should I Choose – Removable or Permanent Dentures?

Both removable dentures and fixed, implant-supported dentures help you fill in gaps created by missing teeth. Full dentures can even restore entire arches of missing or extracted teeth. Both treatments come with advantages and disadvantages, but figuring out what will work best for you depends on your oral health, budget, and long-term goals.

Removable Dentures – These restorations are typically the most economic prosthetic teeth. If you’re missing whole arches of teeth, getting dentures helps you regain much of your natural bite function, as well as a full set of beautiful new teeth.  The process for getting your new dentures, which does require multiple adjustments and fittings, is non-invasive. Dentures can also be partial in order to replace just a few teeth.

Implant DenturesImplant-supported, or permanent, dentures can also replace a full set of missing teeth. However, these dentures cannot be removed and are held in place with several dental implant posts. These posts are placed via oral surgery into bone on your jaw. As they are more stable than removable dentures, fixed dentures allow you to regain even more natural biting and chewing function.  Getting implant-supported dentures does tend to be more costly and more invasive than the removable option. If you only have one or two missing teeth, dental implants can also be used to permanently secure ceramic crowns and bridges.

Many patients choose removable dentures, as they tend to be most budget-friendly. However, implant-supported dentures have risen in popularity as being a solid long-term investment for your oral health and function. For those patients who are not good candidates for oral surgery, or who do not have enough health jawbone to safely anchor a dental implant, removable dentures are the best choice. If you currently have dentures and are interested in a more permanent restoration, dental implants can help.

At the office of William D. Henderson, DDS we provide both removable and permanent dentures to patients with missing teeth. To learn more about which treatment will work best for you, call our office today to schedule your consultation.

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