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Dental Implants vs. Conventional Dentures • Patients say their implants eliminate the day-to-day frustrations and discomfort of ill-fitting dentures Many patients who have selected dental implants describe a quality of life that is much more comfortable and secure than lifestyle endured by those dentures with fixed bridges or removable dentures. Dentures often make a person feel and look older than they are cause embarrassment in social situations when they slip and click, and restrict the everyday pleasure of eating comfortably. When they count the benefits they enjoy as a result of their dental implants, patients say their implants eliminate the day-to-day frustrations and discomfort of ill-fitting dentures. They allow people to enjoy a healthy and varied diet without the restrictions many dentures wearers face. With a sense of renewed selfconfidence, many people rediscover the excitement of an active lifestyle shared with family and friends and the chance to speak to co-workers. For all these reasons, people with dental implants often say they feel better… They look better…they live better. Dentures may contribute to the loss of bone in the area where teeth are missing. The presence natural teeth preserve the jawbone. When a tooth is missing the bone may erode until it may be necessary to graft bone to they are to strengthen it for a placement of dental implant. When a missing tooth is replaced by dental implant, the fusion, or Osseo integration, of the implant and bone provides stability, just as the natural tooth did, helping therefore to preserve bone. If you are missing several teeth in the same area of your mouth, you may still enjoy the confidence and lifestyle benefits that come with dental implants. Your Dentist will place two or more dental implants, depending on the number of teeth that are missing. Your replacement teeth will be attached to the implant to allow excellent function and prevent bone loss. The implants will save as a stable support that
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tightly locks your replacement teeth and dentures to prevent slipping and bone loss. With overall success rate of about 95% and almost 50 years of clinical research to back them up, dental implants are frequently the best treatment option for replacing missing teeth. Missing teeth is a common thing these days, nearly 20 % of the population of North America is missing some or all of their teeth, but this can be resolved by getting denture implants. WHY GET DENTURE IMPLANTS? Missing one tooth, some, or even all of your pearly whites can significantly affect your quality of life. Many people who have missing teeth are not confident about their smile, and are likely to smile less, which can affect one’s personality not to mention the trouble eating or even speaking.
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The beauty about dentures supported by dental implants is that you are able to eat apples knowing that your dentures won’t slide and irritate your gums. The palate is not covered by adhesive or anything else, which means your taste will be much improved, and it will feel like you’ve got your own teeth back. If you are missing some of your teeth, you will probably opt for some type of denture. Many dentures rely on an adhesive to stick to your gums, the roof and the bottom of your mouth; all of which affect your Platte. Traditional dentures can help you to chew some softer foods; they tend to slide around causing discomfort, and irritation, which can lead to some more serious issues. So how do you prevent dentures from sliding around? The answer is: Denture Implants. WHY CHOOSE DENTURE IMPLANTS? Denture Implants are
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basically dentures secured in place by dental implants. Dental implants are small titanium attachments that are inserted into the gum, and the denture can be attached to a dental implant. Denture implants can stabilize when in the mouth, so you don’t have to worry about them popping out. Denture implants also help to preserve the jawbone. Since the empty space tends to shrink, due to nothing been there to hold, in which your bite will be affected. A denture implant replaces the missing tooth root, and fuses to the jawbone, which will help your jaw to remain intact. The beauty about dentures supported by dental implants is that you are able to eat apples knowing that your dentures won’t slide and irritate your gums. The palate is not covered by adhesive or anything else, which means your taste will be much improved, and it will feel like you’ve got your own teeth back. Eating nuts, crispy fresh fruit, or even hard candy is not a problem once you have your denture implant installed. DENTAL IMPLANTS ARE A TREAM EFFORT
The team is organized as soon as the decision for placing a dental implant is reached. Following an evaluation that includes a comprehensive examination, x-rays and consultation with the patient and member of the implant team, the oral and Maxillofacial surgically places the post, or implant in the patient’s jaw. When the implants have stabilized in the jaw, the restorative dentist prepares an impression of the upper and lower jaws. This impression is used to male the model from which the denture or crowns are created. ARE YOU A CANDIDATE FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS? Whether you are a young, middle-aged or older adult, whether you need to replace one tooth, several teeth, or all your teeth, there is a dental implant solution for you. With the exception of growing children, dental implants are the solution of choice for people of all ages, even those with the following health con-
cerns: • Existing Medical Conditions: If you can have routine dental treatment, you can generally have an implant placed. While precautions are advisable for certain conditions, patients with such chronic disease as high blood pressure and diabetes are usually successful for dental implants treatment. • Gum Disease or Problem Teeth: Almost all implants placed in patients who have lost their teeth to periodontal disease or decay has been successful. • Currently Wearing Partials Or Dentures: Implants can replace removable bridges or dentures, or they can be used to stabilize and secure the denture, making it much more comfortable. Smokers: Although smoking lowers the success rates of implants, it doesn’t eliminate the possibility of getting them. • Bone Loss: Bone loss is not uncommon for people who have lost their teeth or had periodontal disease; we are trained and experienced in grafting bone to safely and permanently secure the implants. “Call our office today to find out if you are a candidate for Dental Implants. Remember that your smile is only a phone call away”. (954) 456-1939!
BROWARD DENTAL IMPLANTS Commitment to Quality Patricia M. Bobadilla, D.D.S., Prosthodontist
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Dentures may contribute to the loss of bone in the area where teeth are missing. The presence natural teeth preserve the jawbone. When a tooth is missing the bone may erode until it may be necessary to graft bone to they are to strengthen it for a placement of dental implant. When a missing tooth is replaced by dental implant, the fusion, or Osseo integration, of the implant and bone provides stability, just as the natural tooth did, helping therefore to preserve bone.
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