Implants were originally used as support for full dentures when it was not possible to use full dentures for orthodontic reasons. This was the case if the Natural Looking Dentures in Bridgeport CT did not provide sufficient support and stability due to the suction effect in the jaw. This, in turn, was favored if the patient was not treated after the loss of teeth over a longer period of time and bone loss (atrophy) was present.
Added treatment
If bone resorption has progressed too far to the point a dentist cannot use implants, the patient must first take action to build up the bone to later use implants. For this reason, it is particularly important to start treatment early in the event of extensive tooth loss to prevent complications and prolong treatment. If the treatment requires implants to be used, between 2 and 4 artificial tooth roots are implanted in the bone.
This ensures that at least one removable full denture can be used. With implants and Natural Looking Dentures in Bridgeport CT, it is also possible to anchor a full denture firmly in the jaw. But in the lower jaw, six artificial tooth roots are required while the upper jaw needs eight.
Dentures on implants
After the successful implantation of the implants and the associated healing, the patient can proceed with further treatment. On the implants themselves, a structure (post) is placed on the implant and then the crown or prosthesis can be attached. The production and insertion of the individual parts are very demanding and requires a high degree of accuracy.
Even the smallest deviations, both in terms of material and installation, can lead to the treatment having to be repeated. Implants are, therefore, in some cases, the prerequisite for the successful insertion of dentures or crowns and not the actual dentures. The prosthesis or crown lying on the post (head part) is then connected to the implant with cement or bolts.
In order to sustainably protect the implant from plaque or tartar and, thus, from inflammation, the implant must meet certain maintenance requirements during its manufacture and placement. For starters, the neck areas of the implant must remain free for cleaning with special brushes. Contact Commerce Park Cosmetic Dentistry LLC for more information.
