If you wear dentures, you know the drill:
- Apply adhesive.
- Plan meals while quietly worrying about slipping.
- Rinse.
- Repeat.
Implant-supported dentures are a modern dental marvel that changes all that!
Implant-supported dentures at Alta Dental Studio in East Vancouver anchor an arch of replacement teeth to dental implants placed directly in the jaw. They do not rely on adhesive or suction, meaning less slipping, easier chewing, and, generally, more confidence in your daily life.
The Unspoken Frustrations of Traditional Dentures
Traditional dentures rest on the gums and depend on a close fit. However, if the jawbone gradually shrinks from a lack of stimulation and natural aging, that fit changes. As this happens, many denture wearers “learn to live with” sore spots, shifting while speaking and eating, and certain foods being “off limits.”
Problems With Adhesive-Dependent Dentures Nobody Talks About
Once the bone changes shape, even adhesive cannot make up for a fit that has drifted. Even before that, though, adhesive should be treated as a stopgap, not a long-term fix, since it:
- Must be applied and cleaned off every day
- Can ooze
- Can trap food, allowing bacteria to thrive
- May leave a nasty taste
How Implant-Supported Dentures Stay in Place Without Glue
Dental implants are small posts placed in the jawbone. Implant-supported dentures leverage the incredible stability and longevity of dental implants to address widespread or complete tooth loss in an upper or lower arch using fewer implants than teeth being replaced. They fuse permanently with the jawbone (via osseointegration), effectively replacing a natural tooth root for decades to come. The implants also help keep the jawbone stimulated, preserving bone health and facial structure.
At Alta Dental Studio, we offer All-on-X® implant dentures, which use two to six implants to support a denture that snaps into a fixed position and doesn’t come out at night, but can still be removed for cleaning.
What Changes When You Switch? Eating, Speaking, Confidence
Day to day, the change tends to show up in three places:
- Eating — Stable dentures minimize dietary restrictions by restoring full chewing function.
- Speaking — You can speak, smile, and laugh without the fear of slipping.
- Confidence — As a result, the secure fit removes these concerns and allows you to approach each day with comfort and confidence.
It’s important to note that implant candidacy depends on bone and overall health. The best way to know if implant-supported dentures are right for you is a full professional evaluation.
Implant-Supported Dentures in East Vancouver
If you’re in East Vancouver and want to learn more about implant-supported dentures and All-on-X options, contact Dr. Rosalie Gu and the Alta Dental Studio team to schedule an evaluation.