Implant Retained Dentures

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Unlike standard dentures, the benefits of implant-retained dentures involve much more stability.

This means that patients who choose to receive implant-retained dentures have less fear about their dentures becoming loose or falling out, and they can also enjoy a larger variety of foods because of this stability. So what’s the difference between normal dentures and implant-retained dentures?

As the name implies, implant-retained dentures are dentures that are attached to the jaw using dental implants. These implants have been surgically placed inside the jawbone. There are two types of implants:

Bar-Retained Dentures—Using up to five implants that have been installed in the jawbone, a bar-retained denture is made of a small metal bar that matches the natural curve of the patient’s jaw. The denture is fitted over the bar and clipped into place.

Ball-Retained Dentures—Also known as stud-attachment dentures, ball-retained dentures utilize ball joints at the end of each implant. These ball joints then fit into sockets that are created along the actual dentures.

Single Tooth Dental Implants

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When a patient is missing one or more teeth, Dr. Cochran may recommend single-tooth implants.

Generally, during this procedure, Dr. Cochran will create an opening in the jawbone in order to place the implant. This is done because the implant will act as the new root for the crown that will eventually be fixed to replace the missing tooth. The procedure will go as follows:

The implant, which is made of titanium, is placed in the opening that Dr. Cochran has created along the jaw bone. Using a screw, an abutment is attached to the top of the implant. This piece has been shaped to resemble a natural tooth. Finally, the artificial crown is either screwed or cemented to the abutment.

Traditionally, the entire procedure can take up to a year to complete. Dr. Cochran will perform a comprehensive examination of the patient so that he has a complete understanding of the patient’s needs. He will also take dental x-rays and create impressions of the patient’s teeth and gums during this time. Then, the first surgery will include placing the new implant. A healing period of 4–7 months is required before the second surgery can commence placing the abutment and crown.

Please get into contact with Dr. Cochran and our team if you wish to receive complete details about this operation.

Dental Implants – Cochran Family Dentistry | Springfield, OH

Implant Retained Dentures

Unlike standard dentures, the benefits of implant-retained dentures involve much more stability.

Single Tooth Dental Implants

When a patient is missing one or more teeth, Dr. Cochran may recommend single-tooth implants.