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Traditional Dentures vs. Implant Supported Dentures

June 13, 2019 By Dr. Twomey

Traditional dentures are worn by millions across the world. It is a great option for those who have lost all their teeth or no longer have any healthy teeth left. Even though we take many steps to ensure a proper fit, traditional dentures have their limitations.  Due to gravity and the nature of the device, dentures can become loose while chewing or talking. Dentures have limited functionality, which can affect your food choices and create awkward social situations. However, with the use of implant supported dentures using implant technology; we are able to create implant overdentures and fixed implant dentures. It is a terrific solution to many of the common issues with traditional dentures.

An implant overdenture can be created for both top and bottom arches of the mouth. It is a removable denture like the traditional denture; however, with the aid of implants, it snaps in to place to assist in retention and stability. The implant snaps act as a securing device to help increase comfort, create a better fit, allow for more chewing efficiency, and increase confidence in your smile.  The implant overdenture is still easily removable at home for sleeping and cleaning.

Implant Supported Dentures

An implant supported denture can be created for both top and bottom arches of the mouth. It is a removable denture like the traditional denture; however, with the aid of implants, it snaps in to place. This greatly improves the retention and stability of the denture. The implant snaps act as a securing device to help increase comfort, create a better fit, allow for more chewing efficiency, and increase confidence in your smile. 

The implant supported denture is still easily removable at home for sleeping and cleaning. It is a convenient and easily manageable option.

Fixed Implant Dentures

Lastly, there is also a more permanent implant denture solution.  A fixed implant denture utilizes 4 to 6 implants to secure the denture in place, and it can be created for both top and bottom arches of the mouth. It is held in place by implant screws and can only be removed in a dental office for cleaning and maintenance. A fixed implant denture is the most similar to having your natural teeth and the most fitted denture option.

The implant denture process can seem daunting, but is worth the long-term investment. Please contact our office to assist you in creating your new patient appointment. We take pride in helping you understand the process and creating your best smile.

Lastly, there is also a more permanent implant denture solution.  A fixed-detachable denture utilizes 4 to 6 implants to secure the denture in place, and it can be created for both top and bottom arches of the mouth. It is held in place by implant screws and can only be removed in a dental office for cleaning and maintenance. A fixed detachable denture is the most similar to having your natural teeth.

The implant denture process can seem daunting but is worth the long-term investment. Please contact our office to assist you in creating your new patient appointment. We take pride in helping you understand the process and creating your best smile.

Filed Under: blog, Dental Procedures, Prosthondontist Tagged With: cosmetic, dentures, implants, solutions

6 reasons why dental implants in Minneapolis are a good option

March 4, 2019 By Dr. Twomey

Not happy with the shape, look, or color of your teeth? Missing teeth? If you are considering dental implants in Minneapolis, Dr. Twomey is an excellent choice.

In this blog post, we are going to discuss 6 reasons you should consider us as a top choice for dental implants in Minneapolis and Edina, MN.

1. Close to Downtown Minneapolis

We’re located just 15 minutes from the heart of Minneapolis. You can get to our office in Edina, MN quickly by car. We have plenty of parking and generally very little traffic.

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2. Durable design

Dental implants are one of the most durable options available for tooth reparation and restoration. They are not designed to come out like dentures are, so there is no risk of them ever slipping.

Dental implants can last 25-40 years. The other options for dental restoration last a much shorter span of time.

3. Affordable price tag over time

Dental implants have the highest upfront cost of the dental restoration options. When you factor in the length of time they last, though, and break it down over a longer span of time, they are actually the cheapest.

By the time you ever need a dental implant to be replaced, you would have had to change a bridge several times. The teeth that support the bridge could also need dental work due to their support of the problem-tooth.

4. High success rate

The five-year success rate with dental implants is about 95% for the lower jaw and 90% for the upper jaw. If you follow all instructions you receive to go along with your implants to improve their lifespan, your changes are even higher.

Dr. Twomey is a prosthodontist who specializes in all types of cosmetic dentistry and specializes in creating and shaping the crown or tooth replacement above the gum, which sits on top of the implant as well as many other cosmetic dental procedures and products.

5. Adaptable design

Any tooth of any size can be replaced with a custom fitted and shaped dental implant. There are no challenges for teeth that are closer together like you would find with bridges. After an oral surgeon places the implant in your gum, you come back to us and we simply custom fit the crown or tooth replacement to be exactly the size and shape of (the healthy version of) the tooth being replaced.

6. Independent from other teeth

A dental implant is not connected to anything. It is one post placed directly into the jaw by an oral surgeon. Once we determine a dental implant is the best course of action for your specific tooth restoration need, we will refer you to one of the highly trained oral surgeons that we work closely with in order to place the actual post in your gums.

Once the post has been implanted and some time has past to fully heal, you come back for the placement of your crown that acts and appears just like a normal tooth. Other options, like bridges, rely on other teeth as a support. This can cause the need for additional work over time when the teeth being used as supports start to become unhealthy.

Schedule a new patient exam to see if Dental Implants are the right choice to improve your smile.

Filed Under: blog, Dental Procedures, Prosthondontist Tagged With: dental implants, dental procedures, implants

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