Learn More about the Unparalleled Advantages of Implant-supported Dentures

Tooth loss can not only detract from your appearance, it can also lead to diminished oral health over time. Fortunately, patients who are seeking the best way to restore the look and function of their smile after losing several teeth can turn to Dr. Eugene D. Stanislaus for custom implant-supported dentures at his Brooklyn Heights, NY, practice. By securing your denture with artificial tooth roots, rather than clasps or dental adhesives, you can enjoy a smile with unparalleled strength and stability. To learn more about the unique benefits of implant-supported dentures, contact Brooklyn Heights Dental today.

Understanding Implant-supported Dentures

Dental implants are small metal posts that are surgically placed in the jaw to provide a lifetime of support for restorations. If you are missing three or more teeth, Dr. Stanislaus can place as few as three implants to support a full or partial denture. Following surgery, the implants will fuse with the surrounding bone over the course of four to six months through a process known as osseointegration. After this process is complete, we can attach your custom implant-supported denture to instantly restore the look and function of your smile.

Benefits of Implant-supported Dentures

At Brooklyn Heights Dental, we offer both fixed and removable types of implant-supported dentures, which can be secured by a specialized abutment or bar. Dr. Stanislaus can review the advantages of each type of implant-supported denture with you during a personal consultation. When compared to traditional types, implant-supported dentures offer patients several benefits, which include:

• Durability: Implant-supported dentures do not need to be relined like traditional types, and they can last for more than a decade with proper care.
• Strength and Stability: Implant-supported dentures allow patients to eat all types of foods, including apples, ribs, or other foods that they may not have felt comfortable eating with traditional dentures. Furthermore, your implant-supported denture will not slip or fall out of place, so you can eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
• Improved Oral Health: After tooth loss, the jawbone will naturally begin to atrophy, or shrink. Dental implants are the only restorative treatment that can halt this bone loss by returning stimulation to the jaw.

In addition these benefits, you can also care for your implant-supported denture by simply maintaining basic brushing and flossing routines.

Creating Your Implant-supported Denture

While your jaw is healing from implant placement surgery, we will begin planning your implant-supported denture by taking detailed impressions of your smile. This information will be sent to our dental laboratory, where your implant-supported denture will be crafted from high-quality dental acrylic or porcelain. We can provide a temporary denture for you to wear during this time. Once your implant-supported denture is complete and your implants have integrated with the surrounding bone, you will return to our office and Dr. Stanislaus will ensure a proper fit before securing your new restoration firmly in place.

Schedule a Consultation Today

Implant-supported dentures can help you achieve a beautiful, strong smile after tooth loss. Contact Brooklyn Heights Dental today to schedule an appointment.