Implant Dentures – Vero Beach, FL

A New Smile Is Within Your Reach!

Among the many edentulous people in the world, quite a few choose to get traditional dentures to replace their missing teeth. While traditional restorations certainly have their merits, they are far from ideal. Fortunately, a stronger alternative is available for most patients: implant dentures. Using this sturdy and long-lasting form of tooth replacement, our Vero Beach team can put a new smile within your reach! Continue reading below to discover more about this potentially lifechanging treatment, and then contact us when you are ready to request a consultation.

What Are Implant Dentures?

Digital image of implant denture for lower arch

Dental implants are small cylinders, or posts, made out of biocompatible materials. Once they are surgically placed in the jawbone, they can provide an incredibly strong base of support for various types of restorations, including dentures.

There are a couple of different types of implant dentures. Depending on your circumstances and preferences, we might recommend that you get either a fixed implant denture or a removable one.

Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures

Illustration of fixed implant denture for lower arch

As you might guess, fixed implant dentures are permanently attached to the implants that support them. They can only be removed by a dental professional. This is a popular choice because many patients love the idea of having their teeth in their mouth 24/7.

Removable Implant Dentures

Illustration of ball-retained implant denture

If you have lost some bone density in your jaw, we might suggest that you get a removable implant denture, which requires fewer posts than a fixed prosthetic. These dentures are secured in place via small ball- or bar-shaped attachments and are easy to remove for oral hygiene and maintenance purposes.

The Implant Denture Procedure

Dental team carefully performing surgery

The implant denture procedure involves four basic steps, all of which can be taken care of right here at Ocean Oaks Dental Group:

  • We will make sure implant dentures are right for you and start planning your treatment.
  • Implant surgery. Your implants will be placed in your jawbone at their pre-planned locations.
  • Over a period of a few months, your implants will bond with the surrounding tissue.
  • Your custom denture will be attached to your implants, and you will get to start enjoying your beautiful new teeth!

Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?

Patient speaking with dental team member

Implant dentures might be a good fit for you if:

  • You have lost all or most of your teeth (or your remaining teeth are in poor condition).
  • Your jawbone is healthy enough to support dental implants.
  • You do not have any medical conditions that would make the procedure unduly risky for you.
  • You have good habits that will support your implants’ long-term success.

Most people with missing teeth can qualify for dental implants, either immediately or after some preparatory care.

Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants

Portrait of mature man with attractive smile

Implant dentures offer some truly outstanding benefits:

  • You should be able to have a strong bite that equips you to eat virtually any food, including those that are difficult to consume with traditional dentures.
  • Jawbone health. Dental implants stimulate the jawbone, helping to prevent the deterioration that normally occurs after tooth loss.
  • We carefully design and fabricate implant dentures so they look as natural as possible.
  • Dental implants may last throughout your lifetime. An implant denture also has a long life expectancy.
  • Easy maintenance. In some ways, caring for implant dentures is similar to caring for natural teeth.