When you invested in traditional dentures, you were expecting something that felt like your natural teeth. Yet now that you have them, your dentures may feel more like a temporary band-aid fix than a true long-term solution. Perhaps you’re frustrated by how weak your bite feels while wearing them. Or maybe you’ve noticed they’ve started to fit more loosely over time. If you want a more reliable and longer-lasting upgrade, full arch dental implants may be the permanent solution you’ve been waiting for!
Dr. Keider can replace an entire row of missing upper or lower teeth with a permanent denture that attaches to dental implants. This approach restores your teeth with a solution that looks beautiful and feels natural when you bite and chew.
Full Arch Dental Implants: The Answer to Traditional Denture Woes
Traditional dentures don’t match the stability of natural teeth, and that’s something that many denture wearers struggle with. If you’re ready for a different denture experience, we recommend full arch dental implants.
How do full arch dental implants upgrade your teeth replacement? Instead of being a temporary fix, they permanently anchor an entire arch of teeth with dental implants.
For these transformations, Dr. Keider often uses mini dental implants due to their versatility and patient-centered benefits. These small titanium posts fuse with the jawbone, providing far more security than denture adhesive ever could.
By permanently holding your denture in place, mini implants unlock additional key benefits, like preserving your bone structure and restoring your ability to bite and chew.
Addressing Bone Loss
Over time, you might notice that your conventional dentures slip and slide more often. This is because they actually fit worse over time due to the natural consequences of tooth loss.
You might not realize it, but your natural teeth help maintain a healthy jawbone. When you lose teeth, your jaw misses out on the healthy stress that the roots of your teeth used to provide. This not only causes problems with denture fit but also ages your facial structure, sometimes referred to as the “denture face.”
Mini dental implants replicate the effect of natural tooth roots. By stimulating the jawbone, they help prevent future bone loss, which also preserves your overall facial structure.
Bringing Your Bite Back
Another shortcoming of traditional dentures that prevents you from biting and chewing like normal is that they are made of a weaker material than your old teeth. Acrylic dentures can’t withstand the wear and tear of your old bite strength and are prone to breaking down.
Permanent dentures, on the other hand, are built for durability. The prosthetic teeth used in full arch implant restorations are made of a strong ceramic, which holds up better under pressure than acrylic. On top of this, mini implants secure the restoration in place, providing added support and improving bite strength. Once your new teeth lock onto the implants, you’ll be able to bite and chew with normal pressure and eat whatever you want!
No more worries about your dentures falling out during meals. No more changes to your facial structure. You’ll enjoy a full set of teeth that look and feel more natural than you ever thought dentures could.
Your Permanent Denture Choices
Wondering what your options are for permanent dentures? We offer two durable, permanent solutions that let you say goodbye to removing your dentures every night!
Semi-permanent dentures (also known as Fix on Six®): These semi-permanent teeth anchor onto 6-10 mini implants. Dr. Keider removes these only during regular appointments for deep cleaning. Then, he cements them back into place. These are more cost-effective than fully permanent dentures. If you’ve lost some gum volume or need lip support, Dr. Keider can incorporate false gums into your smile’s design for a more natural look.
Fully permanent dentures: Dr. Keider permanently cements these dentures on 10-12 implants. These look and feel the most like natural teeth. While more expensive than Fix on Six, this option is the longest-lasting investment.
If traditional dentures haven’t lived up to your expectations, full arch dental implants may be the answer you’ve been waiting for. With your mini implant-supported denture, you’ll enjoy a permanent set of teeth that looks and feels natural. When you come in for a personalized consultation, Dr. Keider will explain which permanent denture option is best for your budget and smile.
Schedule a Consultation for Full Arch Dental Implants
Conventional dentures don’t provide enough support to eat the foods you love. And they don’t stop your jawbone from shrinking over time. If you’re disappointed with your dentures, permanent replacement options are a much better bet since they restore your bite force and prevent future bone loss.
With full arch dental implants, Dr. Keider can replace an entire arch of teeth with a permanent denture that looks and feels natural. Opt for semi-permanent implant dentures if you prefer for Dr. Keider to remove them in the office for deeper cleaning. Or choose fully permanent dentures for a restoration that looks and feels most like natural teeth.
Dr. Keider is excited to restore your smile’s natural look and feel with full arch dental implants. Schedule a consultation today!
