Implant Supported Dentures In Alexandria VA For Missing Teeth Replacement
Dental Implants In Alexandria VA For Missing Teeth Replacement
Patients who are missing a tooth or teeth, or who have become frustrated with common issues associated with traditional dentures may be good candidates for implant supported dentures alexandria va. Issues like discomfort, having to follow a restricted diet, or the constant shifting and slipping of the traditional dentures are motivators. Implant supported dentures are specially designed dentures that snap onto titanium posts that are placed into your jaw. Depending upon your preference, you can either have an implant supported denture that is removable, or a fixed implant, which will essentially act as a permanent tooth or teeth.
Missing teeth can have a negative impact on an individual’s self-esteem and self-confidence. There are numerous additional health issues that can develop when a tooth or teeth are not replaced over time, including the following:
- Difficulty chewing properly
- Deterioration of jawbone
- Shifting teeth, which will change your bite
- Drifting teeth
- Jaw joint issues
- Added stress to remaining teeth
Implant Supported Dentures are an effective way to address these issues in a fast and cost-effective manner. At Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, 4660 Kenmore Ave. in Alexandria, VA, our specialty trained periodontists Dr. Justin Zalewsky and Dr. Antara Daru have years of experience in dealing with natural tooth replacement options. To learn more about Implant Supported Dentures, our clinic facilities, or to schedule an appointment for an evaluation, contact us at (703) 823-2422.
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Implant Supported Dentures Alexandria VA Expectations
Prior to initiating any procedure, we will first conduct a 3D scan of your teeth, gums, and jaw to develop a detailed view of your mouth structures and jawbone contours. This three-dimensional view will allow us to determine the optimal location to place your implants. The initial scan will also allow us to determine whether the jawbone has the density to support the posts or if a bone graft or augmentation for your jawbone is necessary.
If it is determined that you are a viable candidate for implant supported dentures, your procedure will be scheduled. At the beginning of your procedure, you will be given a local anesthetic to numb the soft tissue for the surgical process. If necessary, a dental sedation is administered. Our clinic offers a range of dental sedation options, including oral sedation, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation. Be sure to discuss your specific needs, dental anxieties and concerns prior to the procedure being performed so we can ensure you are as comfortable as possible.
In an occasional situation a patient will need to have a tooth extracted prior to the implants being placed. If this does not include you, then once you are sufficiently numbed, your periodontist will drill small holes in the jawbone, position the titanium posts that will anchor your dentures into your jaw. Once these posts are properly positioned, a set of temporary dentures which has been customized to your specific mouth will be placed, which can be worn throughout the healing process. It will take a couple of months for the titanium posts to fuse or grow into your jawbone. Once this is process of fusing is solid and secure, extensions will be added, and your implant supported dentures will be placed and your treatment will be complete.
Benefits of Implant Supported Dentures
There are a range of benefits associated with implant supported dentures, including the following:
- Cost effective
- Natural feeling and looking
- Minimally invasive
- Procedure can be completed in a single visit
- Long lasting
- Will allow you to return to eating most foods
- Reduces need for bone graft
- Once implants are placed, bone loss will stop progressing
- Facial features restored
Aftercare Following the Procedure
Following your implant supported denture procedure, it is important to be cautious during the initial healing stage. We will advise you to plan on sticking to a soft food diet for the first two weeks, after which you can begin to slowly reintroduce harder foods.
Once you have completed the recovery process, it will not be necessary to follow special aftercare instructions, although it is important to be aware of the reason this procedure was needed in the first place. Continue practicing good daily oral hygiene practices. Brush and floss twice daily and schedule regular visits to your periodontist. These regular visits ensure that your teeth will receive regular professional cleaning and will reduce your risk of developing gingivitis or periodontitis. If you follow these best practices, you will enjoy a bright and healthy smile for many years to come.