Dental implants can be used to replace a missing tooth. But did you know that we can also use them to secure a dental bridge or possibly even a partial or full set of dentures? In today’s blog, Dr. Robert M. Browne talks about securing dental implant-secured prosthetics.
The Need for a Bridge or Denture
When do you need to receive a dental prosthetic? If you have a single missing tooth, then we could help with an individual dental implant. But if you have several missing teeth, or could be impractical and costly to replace each tooth with an individual post. Instead, we could use one or two to support a dental bridge, and as few as four to support a complete set of new teeth. You then have a prosthetic that look natural, but can stay in place much longer than a traditional bridge or removable denture!
Securing Dental Implants
Our team will examine your jaw and then assess the best angles, positions, and depths to insert the dental implants posts so they can stimulate jawbone growth and keep your smile intact. Once in place, we can then connect abutments to the posts so we can attach the custom orthodontics to them, sometimes in the same visit. Our team can attach a custom bridge, or even a set of dentures, so you have a complete smile that doesn’t need to be removed for cleaning, and can stay in place for decades to come with proper care and attention.
Ensuring Your Smile Lasts
How do you ensure your new teeth can last, and that you can maintain your remaining natural ones too? Be sure you see our team for a checkup and cleaning so we can monitor your smile and address disease or decay that could threaten stability or cause implant failure. Our team also suggests brushing and flossing from home, and avoiding sugary foods and drinks and tobacco products. These actions can help protect your natural teeth and gums, and provide the potential for your new smile to last for years to come!
If you have any questions about how we support a lifelike prosthetic with multiple dental implants, or if you have several missing teeth and want a full smile again, then contact our team today to learn more and start the process. We want you to enjoy a complete smile again, so contact our team today to start your journey to stunning and lifelike results!
Obtain a Full and Beautiful Smile from Dr. Browne, DDS.
We want to help you enjoy a full smile with an option that can last for decades to come! To find out more about treating missing teeth, or to schedule an appointment, please call Dr. Robert M. Browne, D.D.S. in Prairie Village, KS at (913) 901-8585.
