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Say Goodbye to Sliding Dentures
No one likes living with an incomplete smile. From impacting your self-esteem to limiting the foods you can eat, missing teeth affects your overall health. At Herman Family Dentistry, we have the solutions you need to complete your smile.
For patients missing a majority of their teeth, we offer implant-supported dentures. Unlike dentures, the traditional treatment for missing teeth, implant-supported dentures is a more stable and comfortable solution to tooth loss. They are secured in place with four to six dental implants and don’t require any adhesives.
Learn how Dr. Herman can restore your smile with implant-supported dentures and how they’ll benefit your oral health.
Benefits of Implant-Supported Dentures
As one of the preferred restorative solutions for replacing teeth, patients will experience a variety of benefits when choosing implant-supported dentures, including:
- No more adhesives
- No slipping or sliding
- Maintains healthy bone density
- Allows you to eat your favorite foods
- Improves chewing and speaking function
- Easy to maintain
- Cost-effective
Securing Your Restoration
After an initial consultation with Dr. Herman, we’ll begin your customized treatment by placing your dental implants. We’ll secure four to six implants into your jawbone where the natural bonding process will begin. We’ll then place your temporary denture set while you heal for the next three to six months. This allows a substantial amount of time for your implants to properly integrate with your jawbone.
Once you’ve completely healed, you’ll return to our Vincennes office for your last appointment. Dr. Herman will place the abutments, which help connect the dental implants to your customized denture piece. After we ensure a proper denture fit, we’ll permanently secure them into place. Now you’re ready to leave our office and show off that beautiful smile once again.
Implant-Supported Dentures Candidacy
The best candidates for implant-supported dentures are typically patients missing a majority of their teeth. It’s also important that patients have adequate bone mass in their jaws to provide enough support for the dental implants to properly integrate with the jawbone. To determine if this is the right restorative treatment for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Herman by calling (812)-882-1572.
Caring For Implant-Supported Dentures
It’s important that you take good care of your restoration. To properly care for your implant-supported dentures, make sure to follow any instructions given by Dr. Herman after your procedure. For a smooth recovery, we suggest following these guidelines:
- Take extra precautions when brushing around the surgical site
- Stick to a soft food diet until the surgical area is fully healed
- Avoid using straws
- Avoid spitting
- Take any medications as prescribed
- Use a cold compress to help reduce pain and swelling
Once you’ve fully recovered, your implant-supported dentures are easy to care for. You’ll brush and floss them just like your natural teeth, but be sure to use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Make sure to visit our Vincennes office once every six months for regular checkups and professional cleanings to keep your oral health in pristine condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are implant-supported dentures permanent?
Your dental implants will be permanent, but the dentures may need to be replaced due to wear and tear. Watch for these signs that you may need a replacement:
- Your dentures don’t fit right
- Dentures become discolored
- Dentures become damaged
- Sore gums
- Difficulty eating hard foods
If any of these match what you’re experiencing, contact our Vincennes office immediately at (812) 882-1572 to schedule an appointment. Dr. Herman will inspect your dentures and determine if they can be fixed or if it’s time for a replacement.
What food should I avoid?
Certain foods should be avoided to protect your restored smile. Although your dentures function like natural teeth, these foods can present issues:
- Seeds and nuts: can get under your dentures and irritate your gums
- Hard or sticky foods: can damage your restoration
- Beverages: tea, coffee, and red wine can stain your dentures
Will my insurance pay for implant-supported dentures?
Most insurance offers coverage for an implant-supported dentures procedure. However, we recommend talking to your insurance provider about your coverage details. At Herman Family Dentistry, we also offer financing options so you don’t have to delay your treatment. If you have any questions about your insurance policy, contact our Vincennes office at (812) 882-1572, and we’ll be more than happy to work with you.
Visit Herman Family Dentistry
At Herman Family Dentistry, we want our patients to feel good about their smiles and maintain excellent oral health. That’s why we offer implant-supported dentures for patients missing a majority of their teeth. Discover how this restorative solution can benefit you by calling our Vincennes office at (812)-882-1572 or you can fill out our online contact form.