Now you can restore your smile completely without straining your finances. New Horizon Institute is committed to making essential dental services like implant-assisted dentures accessible to everyone who needs them in Maricopa County. We also have several other financing opportunities to keep care within your budget.
Implant-assisted dentures are a cost-effective way to replace a full set of teeth. They require 4-6 dental implants to be placed in the bone, and then the denture is firmly secured on the top to allow you to eat, drink, and flash a perfect smile!
Implant-assisted dentures are a great option to restore an entire arch of missing teeth. While most adults with generally good health are great candidates for these assisted dentures, the decision will be made following a consultation where our low income dentists can assess the state of your oral health.
Initial consultation
Treatment plan
Implant placement
Healing process
Denture manufacturing
Click and snap the dentures onto the implants
Implant-assisted dentures are a removable treatment option where the dentures snap in and out of the implants. These dentures are removed each night.
Losing a tooth causes the underlying bone to deteriorate because it’s no longer stimulated by regular biting and chewing. This can result in changes to your appearance and a weaker jaw. Thanks to implant assisted dentures, your dental implants will continue to stimulate your jaw bone, preserving its strength and preventing any changes in your facial structure.
With proper care, these dentures can last for 10 years or more, making them extremely durable and reliable. The dentures require maintenance and hygiene appointments to increase the lifespan of the dentures.
If you have generally good health, you are likely a good candidate for these procedures. However, the final decision should be made after you have a consultation, so that the dentist can assess the state of your oral health and can provide you with the best options.
You might only require a singular dental implant. However, if the other teeth are damaged, implant-assisted dentures might still be a good option.
When undergoing a full-mouth denture procedure, you will wait for a period of approximately 3 to 6 months after the tooth extraction surgery before receiving your final set of dentures.This waiting period is necessary because your jaw bone and gums change their shape after your teeth are extracted.
It is recommended that you wear your dentures between 8-16 hours per day. Wearing them for a minimum of eight hours per day allows you to get used to them, which is especially important if you’ve just gotten a new set of dentures.
However, your mouth needs its rest, too! That’s why you should take your dentures out for at least eight hours per day. This time allows for your gums to rest. Most people choose to take their dentures out overnight and soak them in a salt water solution to keep them clean and moist. If you don’t take out your dentures for at least eight hours per day, you may have a higher risk of developing irritation and sores on your gums.
Compared to traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures have unique benefits that make them the best choice for most patients with extensive tooth loss. First and foremost, they have a much more stable fit. Unlike traditional implants that are held in place by friction, implant-supported dentures are anchored to a set of 4-6 dental implants. These implants extend all the way down into your jaw bone, providing an extremely tight and secure fit. Your teeth will never move or shift while you bite or chew, so it’s easier for you to eat all of your favorite foods.
Implant-supported dentures are better for your oral health than traditional dentures. The dental implants that attach to your dentures are permanently anchored to your jaw bone. The bone material is then stimulated which will prevent “bone resorption.” This is a common problem in patients with traditional dentures, and bone resorption can negatively affect the structure of your face over time.
Some other benefits include:
•easier to care for implant-supported dentures
• typically last much longer than traditional dentures
• better investment for long-term tooth restoration.
For more information and to see if you’re a candidate for implant-supported dentures, contact New Horizon Institute. Our experts will provide personalized guidance and help you find the best solution for your needs. Don't wait any longer. A beautiful and functional smile is only one call away. Call us today to schedule your visit at (480) 664-2270.
