Why Should I Switch to Implant-Supported Dentures?

When it comes to replacing an entire arch of missing or severely damaged teeth, a number of options are available to patients—all of which can be beneficial for the right candidates. Our highly experienced and extensively trained implant dentist, Dr. John D. Beckwith, recommends implant-supported dentures whenever appropriate for patients, due to the immediate and long-term benefits the solution offers. Unlike traditional dentures, which simply rest on top of the gums, implant-supported dentures are a type of overdenture that is attached to a set of dental implants that have fused with the jawbone.

Whether you are receiving dentures for the first time or are considering switching from traditional dentures to implant-supported dentures, learn about some of the major advantages of the dental implant solution below.

Improved comfort since the implant dentures are anchored to the jawbone and, as a result, won’t slip and cause gum irritation.

More secure bite allows people to eat foods they otherwise may not have been able to eat with removable dentures, including various chewy or tough foods.

No pastes or adhesives are needed, which are typically required with removable dentures to help them stay in place, but can be messy and generally inconvenient.

Enhanced ability to speak since the implant-supported dentures are securely in position and won’t shift along the gumline.

For more information about how implant-supported dentures can improve your quality of life, please contact Cornerstone Dental to schedule an appointment with Dr. Beckwith.