What Are My Options for Missing Teeth?

Long ago, dentures were the only option for replacing an entire arch of teeth. Thankfully, there is now a more comfortable and permanent solution. Dental implants offer patients many advantages and are designed to look and function just like real teeth. That means no creams or adhesives are required! Below we’ve outlined some of the other differences between dental implants and dentures.

Dental Implants vs. Dentures

Dental Implants

• Securely integrated into the jaw bone which means no slipping or moving around
• Low maintenance
• Comfortable
• Look and feel like real teeth
• Long lasting- often a permanent solution
• Help prevent gum and bone deterioration therefore promoting a youthful appearance

Dentures

• Creams and adhesives necessary to keep denture in place
• Slippage and movement can occur
• Problems with speaking
• Problems with eating
• Reline and replace often required
• Deterioration of jawbone can cause facial collapse and a prematurely aged appearance

Missing teeth can negatively impact overall quality of life but thankfully there are replacement solutions available. The dental implant dentists at Joseph R. Nemeth DDS & Associates utilize the All on 4 dental implant process to replace an entire arch of teeth. Patients can receive dental implants and a new set of teeth all in the same appointment!

Call 248-357-3100 to learn more or schedule an appointment