Implants can be used to hold single crowns, or multiple crowns and bridges. However, connecting natural teeth and implants with bridges is generally not advised.
Multiple implants used to replace back teeth
Multiple implants placed in upper jaw with no natural teeth, and restored with non-removable, complete crown and bridge dentistry.
In addition to holding crowns, implants can be used to support partial dentures and "overlay" dentures, where the appliance is supported by implants but can be removed.
Edentulous lower jaw
Two implants placed, securing a denture with O-rings
Four implants supporting a bar upon which the denture clips. This is a very secure denture when seated.
There are many benefits to using dental implants. When teeth are lost, ongoing shrinkage of the jawbone occurs, which can cause the face to look older. This shrinkage can also make adequate fit of a partial or full denture difficult. Placing implants can slow or stop this process. Dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth, and offer a tremendous improvement in comfort, speech, eating, and convenience over conventional partial and full dentures.
