Implant Dentures – Reno, NV

Permanently Replace All of Your Teeth

A full set of teeth is what lets you give your best smile for family photos, speak with full confidence in front of others, and enjoy your favorite foods to the fullest at restaurants and family gatherings. No matter how many teeth are missing, you can make your smile whole again at Sage Dental Care. By combining implants with dentures, we can give your new teeth strong, sturdy roots to hold them in place. Call our team to learn more about the advantages of implant dentures in Reno and who they can help.

What are Implant Dentures?

Model of implant dentures in Reno, NV being attached to lower arch

Implant dentures closely mimic the appearance and function of real teeth by combining dentures made out of natural-looking materials with strong, sturdy dental implants posts that fulfil the same role as natural tooth roots. There are two major kinds of implant dentures for you to choose from based on your preferences or the state of your jawbone.

Fixed/Permanent Implant Dentures

Senior man with implant dentures in Reno, NV relaxing on couch

Many patients prefer dental implants that stay in place at all times and are only ever removed by their implant dentist. To get a fixed denture, you need to have sufficient jawbone density to provide the implant posts with the greatest possible support. Usually, 4 to 6 implants are needed for fixed dentures.

Removable Implant Dentures

Senior woman with glasses and implant dentures in Reno, NV

Removable implant dentures can be taken out of your mouth like traditional dentures. This means you can remove them on your own for daily cleanings. Removable implant dentures require less jawbone density and fewer implant posts.

The Implant Denture Procedure

Implant dentures in Reno, NV being attached to four implant posts

The dental implant process is divided into several phases:

After confirming your candidacy for implant dentures, your mouth is prepared via tissue grafts, gum disease therapy, and other treatments that address problems that can lead to implant failure.
The implants are surgically placed into the jaw. When placing implants to support a denture, each post is carefully placed in predetermined spots to provide the best possible support.
After several months, osseointegration allows the jawbone to fuse with your implant posts.
An abutment is attached to each post during a minor surgery.
Impressions are taken after the mouth has fully recovered. The final denture is placed on the implants once it’s ready.

Am I a Candidate for Implant Dentures?

Senior woman outside smiling with implant dentures in Reno, NV

Almost any adult in good oral health can be a candidate for implant dentures. To qualify, you must:

Be healthy enough for surgery.
Have a healthy mouth free of gum disease before implant placement.
Have sufficient bone density for implant surgery.
Be willing to commit to a process that lasts several months.
Be committed to taking care of your teeth once your implants have been placed.

Benefits of Combining Dentures & Dental Implants

Man with implant dentures in Reno, NV sitting at table

Combining dentures with dental implants tends to improve oral health as well as overall health. Not only are dentures that can be brushed like regular teeth easier to maintain, but they also allow you to eat a wider variety of nutritious foods to keep yourself healthy. The implant posts stimulate the jawbone to stop it from breaking down over time, which in the long term can prevent facial collapse. And while traditional dentures can last around 10 to 15 years with proper maintenance, implant dentures can last far longer – 30 years or more.