17 Jun Support Your Smile With Implant-Retained Dentures
Tooth loss as an adult can cause several problems, from your self-confidence to daily functions like eating and talking. Whether you have lost one tooth or several throughout your mouth, you need a prosthetic treatment that can replace your missing pearly whites, renew your confidence, and improve your smile’s functions. Your team at Great River OMS in Clinton, IA, offers all-on-four dentures that are supported by implants, meaning you can have natural-looking, long-lasting support for your smile.
When Should You Replace Missing Teeth?
Tooth loss can happen for many reasons, from injuries due to accidents to bone loss due to periodontal disease. No matter what the reason may be, you should talk to your dentist as soon as possible if you have experienced tooth loss. Even if it seems like a small problem to have a single gap in your smile, it can actually have long-term consequences on the function and appearance. If you are missing just one tooth or several throughout your smile, our oral surgeons will work with your general dentist to determine the best treatment for your needs. In some cases, we may recommend a dental bridge or dentures. In other cases, implant-retained options may be an ideal treatment for your needs.
Your Options For Teeth In One Day
If you are missing several teeth throughout your mouth, our team may recommend dentures to replace them and renew your appearance. This option is to help refresh your confidence and necessary functions like eating and talking. The downside of dentures is that they are not secured in place, so you could risk them slipping when eating on occasion. For the most comfortable and secure option, we can secure these in place with dental implants, which replace the roots of your teeth and provide stability to your jaw. Patients who qualify may be able to receive teeth in a day, meaning we insert the implants and dentures on the same day to reduce wait time and healing.
Preparing For Dental Implant Surgery
As with any oral surgery treatment, the first step is a consultation with our team. During this initial visit, we’ll evaluate the severity of the tooth loss you are experiencing and determine if all-on-four is right for you. If you are approved for this treatment, we’ll go over any necessary information for pre- and post-operative care, as well as what to expect during the treatment. Our goal is to create a healthy smile that looks great and functions properly with an oral procedure that is comfortable.
We’re Here To Help You Smile
Do you have questions about your options to replace your missing teeth? Learn more about implants and other treatments by calling Great River OMS in Clinton, IA, today at 563-259-4349.