Wearing traditional dentures may seem worthwhile at first; however, after years of use, you may begin to feel as if your smile is lacking. Dealing with the frustration of slippage, messy adhesives, and time-consuming cleanings, you might consider switching to implant dentures. But are they worth it? Do they really offer greater benefits? Read on to discover the advantages millions of people are experiencing since making the switch to permanent prosthetics.
The Lackluster Smile: The Pitfalls of Traditional Dentures
Dentures have come a long way in recent years. With new materials making them more natural in appearance and comfortable, it’s no surprise they are a popular option among individuals suffering from tooth loss. However, their ability to restore the look of your smile is typically where the benefits stop, at least for those who have been wearing them for some time.
Many denture-wearers often complain about the time-consuming efforts of cleaning their prosthetics as well as the potential fear of having their teeth slip or fall out while eating or speaking. Although denture adhesive is helpful, it’s typically quite messy and not 100% effective.
In fact, a study performed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare states that 34% of those who wear dentures say their prosthetics keep them from living life to the fullest, and 42% say their dentures negatively impact their love life.
The Permanent Solution: The Benefits of Implant Dentures
With so many individuals unhappy with their traditional dentures, the desire for a more permanent solution is evident. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry states that an estimated three million people in the U.S. have implants, and that number is growing by 500,000 annually.
By attaching your traditional dentures to permanent prosthetics, you can reap an array of benefits that cannot be attained with any other tooth replacement solution. Some of the greatest advantages of choosing implant dentures include:
- The ability to eat nutrient-rich foods that not only positively improve your oral health but also impact your overall well-being.
- A greater bite force and chewing power, so you aren’t settling for softer foods or having to cut up your meals into tiny, bite-size pieces.
- Improved jawbone stimulation that prevents facial collapse over time.
- The only restorative option that is designed to restore the entire root-to-crown tooth structure.
- The ability to minimize your risk for serious systemic issues commonly brought on by tooth loss (i.e., osteoporosis, heart disease, diabetes).
The only way to know if you are a candidate for implant dentures is to schedule a consultation with a local dental professional. Once you are living life with a healthier, permanent smile, you’ll wonder why you didn’t make the change earlier!
About the Author
Dr. Joanne Bancroft has been practicing dentistry since 2003. Earning her dental degree from the State University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2002, she completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. As one of Colorado’s Top Dentists in 2020, she and her team at J.B. Dental work hard to provide patients with effective tooth replacement options. If you’re tired of your regular dentures and want to learn more about dental implants, contact us at (720) 458-6561.