YES WE DO PROVIDE THEM
also known as “implant retained dentures, implant supported over-dentures and dentures over implants”
Why consider this treatment?
This information is for people who are having difficulty wearing their upper or lower dentures and keeping them securely and confidently in their mouth. Having a loose and uncomfortable lower denture is far more common than that of an upper one. Upper dentures have the advantage to adhere to the roof of the mouth (suction), lower dentures don’t, they often just sit there. During eating and speaking a lower denture needs to be manipulated by the tongue, lip and cheek muscles in order to succeed. Some people struggle with developing a good technique therefore some people can’t bite into an apple whilst others can. Having these types of dentures will make the denture “click into place firmly”.
About the surgery?
We refer you to a registered specialist. We work with a prosthodontist as we believe they have a “finely tuned” understanding where best to position the implants. Following a thorough consultation and x-rays to determine best outcomes the implants are carefully placed into your jawbone. These days, with well-developed techniques, this procedure does not take long.
In most cases two implants take approximately 1-2 hrs to do. They are positioned under the gum, thus become invisible to the eye. After minor adjustment to your existing denture you should be able to continue wearing it for the required three months to allow for solid bone integration. The specialist will test the implants following by exposure of the tops so metal caps can be attached. This procedure will allow us to provide specially made denture inserts to click on top of those caps.
Who can have implants?
Implants have been provided to young and old, those who may have diabetes or other chronic conditions. The specialist does all necessary investigative processes to insure you are a suitable patient.
We welcome your contact or visit to discuss such alternative procedure in greater detail. We work as part of a wider dental team to avail you of the best possible outcome. 