Tooth loss affects more than just your smile—it can impact how you eat, speak, and feel day to day. While traditional dentures have long been a solution for , many people now want something more secure, comfortable, and long-lasting. That’s where implant-supported dentures from our Tampa dental implant dentist come in.
These dentures are held in place by dental implants, giving patients the best of both worlds: the full-arch replacement of dentures with the stability and confidence of implants. Whether you’re considering your first tooth replacement or looking to upgrade from removable dentures, implant dentures offer a powerful solution that fits modern lifestyles.
Here’s what you need to know.
What Makes Implant-Supported Dentures Different?
Standard dentures rest on the gums and rely on suction or adhesives to stay in place. Over time, bone loss in the jaw can make these dentures loose and uncomfortable. Implant-supported dentures, also known as overdentures, are attached to tooth implants that are surgically placed in the jawbone. This connection offers a secure, stable fit—no slipping, no clicking, and no paste.
Depending on your needs, our dentist may recommend that can be removed for cleaning, or fixed dentures that stay in place and are only removed inside our Tampa, FL, dental office. Options like All-on-X implants—where “X” refers to the number of implants used—can support a full arch of teeth with just a few strategically placed posts. These types of full mouth implants are a popular choice for those seeking full mouth rehabilitation after significant tooth loss or tooth extraction.
Reasons Why Patients Prefer Implant Dentures
1. Stronger Bite and Chewing Power
Unlike traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures are anchored directly to the jawbone, giving you significantly more chewing strength. You can eat a wider range of foods comfortably, without worry that your dentures will move or pop out of place.
2. Long-Term Bone Health
Dental implant placement helps prevent bone loss by stimulating the jaw, much like natural tooth roots. This maintains the shape of your face and jawline over time, something traditional dentures can’t do.
3. Comfort and Confidence
Implant-supported dentures eliminate the pressure points, sore spots, and slippage that many patients experience with standard dentures. The secure fit means easier speech, more natural function, and less daily maintenance.
4. A Natural Look and Feel
Thanks to modern materials and techniques, implant dentures closely mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth. They don’t just look better—they feel more like your own teeth too.
Steps Required Before Implant Placement
A few boxes need to be checked prior to receiving an implant-supported denture. One of which centers around tooth extraction. If our dentist finds any severely decayed, damaged, or impacted teeth, we’ll need to remove them for the sake of your oral health. It’s best to take them out now before they cause a problem down the road and conflict with the implants or denture(s).
Our dentist will also take note of your jawbone density when we examine your mouth. If bone loss has occurred, we may suggest a dental bone grafting procedure to rebuild the area. This will take some time to heal completely before each can be put in place which will then require its own amount of healing. We understand that it may seem like a larger commitment, but many patients feel as though it’s well worth the investment in the end.
Give Our Office a Call Today
If you’re looking for a more stable, long-term solution to replacing missing teeth, implant-supported dentures from our , are worth considering. Call Imagine Dental today at (813) 866-7080 to request an appointment and we’ll help you get started!