Unlike traditional dentures, implant-supported teeth look more natural and are much more functional. They also help stimulate the bone for a healthier mouth.
Our restorative dentist helps patients to restore their smiles. Our dentist has extensive experience working with nervous patients and prides himself on delivering a comfortable dental experience.
Implants
Dental implants provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. The titanium implant post fuses to the jaw bone (through a process called osseointegration), providing a strong foundation for artificial teeth. In addition, full mouth dental implants Detroit MI help preserve facial structure, preventing the bone deterioration that occurs when teeth are missing.
If you are missing just one tooth, a single implant and replacement tooth will restore both your smile and your health. If you are missing multiple teeth in a row, an implant-supported bridge can replace them all at once. Implant-supported bridges allow for greater stability than traditional bridges and do not require touching healthy adjacent teeth.
Standard dentures are unsecured prostheses that can slip or fall out of place, causing pain and discomfort as well as limiting the foods you can eat. All-on-4 treatment concept uses a minimal number of implants to support a full hybrid denture, offering exceptional durability and longevity.
Dentures
When patients lose multiple teeth, dentures are a great choice to restore the smile. They are custom created to fit the patient and provide a natural looking and functioning smile. They also prevent the collapse of the mouth and shrinkage of the face that occurs when teeth are missing.
Dentures are usually made of plastic, nylon or metal and contain a number of false teeth. They are held in place with a base that is anchored to the gums by the bone or tissue.
Over 3 to 6 months the implant will fuse with the jaw in a process called osseointegration. Once the jaw has healed, a small connector piece called an abutment will be screwed on and a crown will be placed over it restoring its appearance and bite. A temporary denture can be worn in the meantime if desired. Patients are advised to eat soft foods during the recovery process and take extra dental hygiene measures.
Bridges
A dental bridge is an appliance that replaces missing teeth. It consists of one or more abutments and pontics, which are artificial (false) teeth. Your dentist will create custom pontics to match the shade of your natural teeth.
A bridge can be used to replace one or more missing teeth in a row. It may also help protect remaining teeth by preventing them from shifting or leaning into the gap, which can cause problems with eating and speaking.
Your dentist will give you local anesthesia before reshaping the abutment teeth (the natural teeth that support your bridge). They will take impressions of your mouth and use them to make a bespoke bridge in a lab. Your dentist will place a temporary bridge while they wait for the lab to complete your final bridge. They will then bond (cement) your new bridge in place. If you are missing all of your teeth, our specialists will suggest a full denture, which is securely fixed in place with four to six implants. This solution is better than conventional dentures, which don’t attach to the bone. It is also more comfortable, stable and looks more natural.
All-On-4
If you’re missing all or most of your upper teeth, All-on-4 dental implants are a great option. This revolutionary technique uses four full mouth dental implants Detroit MI to replace the upper arch of your mouth, and they’re installed at a specific angle to increase support. Plus, this specialized method doesn’t require bone grafting like traditional implants do, so it’s a less invasive treatment.
Prior to surgery, your dentist will take x-rays, 3D images, and perform a physical exam of your mouth. This will help identify any underlying issues that need to be addressed before the procedure starts. They’ll also use bite impressions to create wax testing dentures and ensure that the final implant-supported prosthetic is properly sized for a comfortable bite.
During the surgical phase, anesthesia will be administered to ensure your comfort. Then the surgeon will open your mouth and insert the four implants. The implants will then fuse with the jaw bone through a process called osseointegration. While you recover, it’s important to follow a soft diet to avoid irritating the implants and gums.
