How Much Do Implant Supported Dentures Cost?
Restoration of tooth loss
Losing a tooth is a very common occurrence in today’s society. There are many reasons for losing a tooth. Among these causes are periodontal disease, tooth decay, dental trauma and others. Local phenomena, such as the unpredictable and uncontrollable movement of adjacent teeth, the consequent disturbance of chewing and speech, and the general dysfunction of the oromandibular system and the temporomandibular structure, are inevitable to arise. Also, the loss of a tooth results in the ever-increasing resorption of the jawbone, with consequent difficulty in restoration in the future. When the loss is in the front area of the mouth, in addition to the function, the person’s aesthetics are also disturbed. For the above reasons, the empty space created when a tooth is lost must definitely be restored in the most appropriate way.
What is a dental implant?
Dental implants are the most modern thing that today’s dentistry has to offer and are the standard in the treatment of tooth loss. They are mostly made of high-quality medical grade titanium, which is one of the strongest and most biocompatible materials. Titanium implants are placed in the jawbone, integrated into it and replace the roots of the natural teeth that have been lost. Afterwards, prosthetic restorations are made on the implants, which replace the molars of the natural teeth that have been lost. A case, dental bridges or even complete dentures can be supported on an implant or a combination of implants.
Advantages of implants
Implants function much like natural teeth. For this reason, most people who have implants in their mouth perform the functions of chewing, speaking and smiling with comfort, which has a beneficial effect on increasing their self-confidence. Also, an important advantage of implants is their longevity, since with proper oral hygiene and care, they can be maintained even for a lifetime. Another important advantage is that the adjacent teeth are left intact, since each prosthetic restoration is based entirely on the implants.
Replacing a tooth
A missing tooth can be replaced by a dental implant without interfering with healthy neighboring teeth. After the implant is placed, a transmucosal abutment supports the final socket.
Multiple tooth replacement
If you are missing more than one tooth, dental implants are the best treatment. Multiple implants are placed and either single crowns or implant bridges are fabricated.
Hybrid restoration (fixed denture)
If all of your upper or lower teeth are missing, a custom denture can be permanently immobilized using dental implants. The number of implants varies for each patient. Your new teeth are firmly supported by implants, preventing bone loss. The dentist can remove the denture whenever necessary, for its maintenance and cleaning.
Implant-supported removable dentures
If all of your upper or lower teeth are missing, multiple implants can be used to support a new removable denture that will fit securely onto a customized bar. Your new teeth are firmly supported by implants. Your new denture can be removed daily for cleaning.
Denture stabilized with implants
If all your upper or lower teeth are missing, one option may be to stabilize the removable denture using a small number of implants. This is often an economical, affordable solution. After healing, transmucosal supports are placed on the implants and your existing dentures are modified or a new one is made. The denture “snaps” onto the implants and is removed daily to be cleaned.
The Cost of Implant-Supported Dentures
The cost of these treatments varies by dental offices, and are oftentimes, more costly than traditional dentures. Each implant can cost upwards of $1,000 am implant, plus the cost of the prostheses or teeth replacements. If the solution presented by your dentist seems cost-prohibitive, many dentist offices offer financing opportunities for you to achieve the smile that you want!