Replacement Options When All Teeth are Lost

The complete loss of teeth is a traumatic experience. Two treatments are available for those who have suffered the loss of all of their teeth. But one of them is definitely superior to the other.

Removable dentures were the treatment of choice for many decades. They stick to the gums through suction and use of an adhesive. They can be attractive, and provide wearers the ability to speak and eat relatively normally. They are not always reliable, however. Slippage or shifting are two common drawbacks. Today, there is a better option.

Dental implants can also be used to restore a mouth that has suffered complete tooth loss. Full mouth implants, as they are called, actually involve placing four implants in strategic locations around each arch. The locations are chosen based on where there is enough bone left to support them. Sometimes a bone graft can be performed if necessary to build up the bone. After the implants are in place, removable dentures can be snapped onto the implants. The implants provide a secure foundation for the dentures, allowing wearers to confidently speak. Laugh and eat all of their favorite foods without fearing that the dentures will ever move or fall out.

Only implants can restore appearance, function and security to a level close to that of natural teeth. Contact our implants dentist in Beverly Hills to find out if they can work for you.