There are many options for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants can replace one or many teeth using fixed dental bridges attached to the implants. Just like your natural teeth, regular maintenance is highly recommended.
Your daily home routine is most important. This includes brushing and flossing your implant bridge and regular X-rays to monitor the level of jaw bone. The site also needs to be checked regularly, which is done during your cleaning visits.
Overdentures are held in place by several attachments inside the denture.
The clips inside the denture are plastic, and over time, the clips can wear out from removing the denture in and out. They are easily replaced during your visits to the office. The average wear rate is 1-2 years.
The teeth on the overdenture can also wear out as they are made of plastic(acrylic). Porcelain teeth on a fixed dental bridge are much more resistant to daily wear.
A typical overdenture will show wear on the teeth at five years out. The acrylic teeth can be changed on the denture. This is important because denture wear can make your face look short and limp.
It’s important to understand that dental implants require maintenance like anything else. Overdentures are a great option for denture wearers, however regular maintenance at our Bowmanville dental office is essential to ensure a proper fit and healthy gums.
For your free dental implant consultation in Bowmanville, contact our team members today at 905-697-1118
Sincerely,
Dr. Mark Bishara
