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Until recently, the only option for replacing an entire
arch of missing teeth was a removable prosthetic device known as
dentures. Dentures are still available today (and many improvements
have been made), but they still cause many problems for many patients.
It is well known that traditional dentures are prone to slip out of
place. In addition to being embarrassing, this can make speaking and
eating hard, as well as rub your gums, which can cause sores. Dentures
still require daily care. Furthermore, they require periodic
replacement as your jawbone changes. Today, missing teeth does not
always mean removable dentures. You have more options, including one
of the most innovative solutions known as implant dentures.
Implant dentures are an alternative to traditional dentures that
attach to your teeth via dental implants. In the same way as
traditional dentures, they are used to replace an entire arch of
missing teeth. Angled implants are surgically inserted into the
jawbone. This allows for maximum contact with the bone that will
eventually provide optimal support once it has fused.